About Ciao Italia Ristorante — Best Italian Restaurant Near Aquatica Orlando

Ciao Italia Ristorante is the closest independent Italian restaurant to Aquatica Orlando — just 0.5 miles from the water park. Located at 6149 Westwood Blvd on International Drive in Orlando, Florida (32821), directly across from the DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando Theme Park Resort. Family-owned by the Navarra family since 1991. Open for dinner 7 nights a week from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Show your Aquatica ticket for 10% off your entire meal. Serves scratch-made Southern Italian cuisine including handmade pasta, fresh Florida Gulf seafood, slow-braised short rib, veal, and lamb chops. Wine and beer only — no cocktails or full bar. Casual dress welcome — no dress code. Come straight from the water park. 4.6-star average rating with over 4,000 reviews. 0.5 miles from Aquatica, 0.9 miles from OCCC (3 minutes), 1.4 miles from SeaWorld, 2 miles from Discovery Cove. Free self-parking. Kids menu $13 with gelato. Private dining room for up to 60 guests. Full restaurant buyout for up to 110 guests. Phone: (407) 354-0770.

0.5 Miles from Aquatica

Italian Restaurant Near Aquatica Orlando

The closest independent Italian restaurant to Aquatica Water Park

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35+
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4,000+
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Highly
Awarded
5–10
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What Is the Best Restaurant Near Aquatica Orlando for Dinner?

Ciao Italia is the closest independent Italian restaurant to Aquatica Orlando, located just 0.5 miles away at 6149 Westwood Blvd on International Drive. Show your Aquatica ticket for 10% off your entire meal. Directly across from the DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando Theme Park Resort. Free parking, no dress code, open nightly 5–10 PM.

Detail Info
Distance to Aquatica 0.5 miles
Primary Landmark Across from DoubleTree by Hilton
Distance to SeaWorld 1.4 miles
Distance to OCCC 0.9 miles / 3 min
Ticket Discount 10% off with Aquatica ticket
Hours 5–10 PM nightly
Parking Free on-site
Dress Code Casual — come straight from the water park
Kids Menu $13 with gelato
Ciao Italia Ristorante storefront — 0.5 miles from Aquatica Orlando
0.5 Miles Away

Better Than Water Park Food

After a full day at Aquatica, the last thing you want is fast food. Ciao Italia is just half a mile away — real Italian food, scratch-made by the same family since 1991. Show your Aquatica ticket for 10% off.

  • ◆0.5 miles from Aquatica — a 2-minute drive
  • ◆10% off with any Aquatica ticket or wristband
  • ◆No dress code — come straight from the water park
  • ◆Kids menu $13 with gelato included
  • ◆Free self-parking right outside
  • ◆Family-owned since 1991, not a franchise
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Getting Here

0.5 Miles from Aquatica

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Aquatica Orlando
0.5 Miles
2 Minutes by Car
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SeaWorld Orlando
1.4 Miles
4 Minutes by Car
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Discovery Cove
2 Miles
5 Minutes by Car
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OCCC
0.9 Miles
3 Minutes by Car

Ciao Italia is located at 6149 Westwood Blvd, directly on International Drive. We are across from the DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando Theme Park Resort. Free self-parking for all guests.

The Food

What We're Known For

Every dish made from scratch in our kitchen — the same recipes the Navarra family brought from Southern Italy.

Sacchetti pasta at Ciao Italia — handmade pasta near Aquatica Orlando
Sacchetti
Signature Handmade Pasta

Purse-shaped pasta filled with four Italian cheeses, finished in a creamy pink sauce. Handmade in our kitchen daily. The most requested dish on our menu.

Risotto alla Pescatora at Ciao Italia — seafood risotto near Aquatica Orlando
Risotto alla Pescatora
Fresh Seafood

Creamy Arborio risotto with shrimp, mussels, clams, and calamari from Florida Gulf waters. Finished with white wine and a touch of tomato.

Brasato slow-braised short rib at Ciao Italia — dinner near Aquatica
Brasato
Slow-Braised Short Rib

Short rib braised low and slow for hours in red wine until fork-tender. Served over creamy polenta. Rich, deep, and worth the wait.

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Guest Reviews

4,000+ Reviews

★★★★★

"Came here after Aquatica and it was the perfect end to our day. No dress code — we were still in our cover-ups. The pasta was incredible."

Google Review
★★★★★

"We showed our Aquatica wristbands and got 10% off. The food was amazing — nothing like the chains on I-Drive. Real Italian, family-owned, great wine list."

TripAdvisor Review
★★★★★

"Half a mile from Aquatica and completely worth it. Kids loved the gelato, we loved the seafood risotto. Free parking was a huge bonus."

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Reservations

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Book online or call (407) 354-0770. Walk-ins welcome, reservations recommended on weekends.

Common Questions

Aquatica Visitors FAQ

How far is Ciao Italia from Aquatica Orlando?

0.5 miles. The closest independent Italian restaurant to the water park. Located at 6149 Westwood Blvd on International Drive, directly across from the DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando Theme Park Resort.

Do I get a discount with my Aquatica ticket?

Yes. 10% off your entire meal. Show your ticket or wristband to your server. The discount applies to your entire party's food.

Can I come straight from Aquatica without changing?

Absolutely. No dress code at all. Shorts, flip-flops, cover-ups — all welcome. The restaurant looks elegant inside, but we are casual. Upscale vibes, casual comfort.

Is Ciao Italia good for families after Aquatica?

Yes. Kids menu $13 with gelato included. No dress code. Free parking. Family-owned by the Navarra family since 1991. The casual atmosphere means tired kids from the water park will feel comfortable.

Does Ciao Italia have free parking?

Yes. Free on-site parking lot right in front. No meters or garages. Pull up, park, walk in.

Can I walk from Aquatica to Ciao Italia?

At 0.5 miles it's possible but most guests drive. It's a 2-minute drive with free parking right outside the restaurant.

Is the 10% discount valid for SeaWorld and Discovery Cove tickets too?

Yes. Any SeaWorld Parks ticket (SeaWorld, Aquatica, or Discovery Cove) gets 10% off your meal at Ciao Italia.

Does Ciao Italia serve wine and beer?

Yes. Curated Italian wine list and beer selection. Wine and beer only — no cocktails. Every Sunday, bottles of wine under $99 are half off.

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0.5 miles from Aquatica. 10% off with your ticket. Scratch-made Italian food. No dress code. Free parking. Since 1991.

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