About Ciao Italia Ristorante — Best Italian Restaurant Near Discovery Cove Orlando

Ciao Italia Ristorante is a family-owned Italian restaurant located 2 miles from Discovery Cove Orlando 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 Discovery Cove 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. 4.6-star average rating with over 4,000 reviews. 2 miles from Discovery Cove, 0.5 miles from Aquatica, 0.9 miles from OCCC (3 minutes), 1.4 miles from SeaWorld. Free self-parking. Kids menu $13 with gelato. Private dining room for up to 60 guests. Full restaurant buyout for up to 110 guests. Pasta $19-27, entrees $24-44. Phone: (407) 354-0770.

2 Miles from Discovery Cove

Italian Restaurant Near Discovery Cove

Authentic Italian dinner after your Discovery Cove experience

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35+
Years Family-Owned
4,000+
Reviews
Highly
Awarded
5–10
PM Nightly

Where Should I Eat Dinner After Visiting Discovery Cove Orlando?

Ciao Italia is a family-owned Italian restaurant located 2 miles from Discovery Cove Orlando at 6149 Westwood Blvd on International Drive. Show your Discovery Cove ticket for 10% off your entire meal. Directly across from the DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando Theme Park Resort. Free parking, no dress code, scratch-made pasta and seafood nightly from 5 to 10 PM.

Detail Info
Distance to Discovery Cove 2 miles
Primary Landmark Across from DoubleTree by Hilton
Distance to Aquatica 0.5 miles
Distance to SeaWorld 1.4 miles
Ticket Discount 10% off with Discovery Cove ticket
Hours 5–10 PM nightly
Parking Free on-site
Dress Code Casual — no dress code
Price Range $$ — pasta $19–27, entrees $24–44
Ciao Italia Ristorante storefront — 2 miles from Discovery Cove Orlando
2 Miles Away

The Perfect End to Discovery Cove

Discovery Cove is an all-day experience. After swimming with dolphins and snorkeling through coral reefs, you deserve a real dinner — not fast food. Ciao Italia is just 2 miles south on International Drive. Show your ticket for 10% off.

  • ◆2 miles from Discovery Cove — a short drive south
  • ◆10% off with any Discovery Cove ticket
  • ◆No dress code — come as you are
  • ◆Private dining room for celebrations up to 60
  • ◆Free self-parking right outside
  • ◆Family-owned since 1991, not a franchise
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Getting Here

2 Miles from Discovery Cove

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Discovery Cove
2 Miles
5 Minutes by Car
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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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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 Discovery Cove
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 Discovery Cove
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 Discovery Cove
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

★★★★★

"After an incredible day at Discovery Cove, we needed a dinner to match. Ciao Italia delivered. The seafood risotto was outstanding and the wine list was perfect."

Google Review
★★★★★

"We showed our Discovery Cove confirmation and got 10% off. The food was incredible — real Italian, not a chain. The brasato was the best short rib I've ever had."

TripAdvisor Review
★★★★★

"Perfect celebration dinner after Discovery Cove for my wife's birthday. The private dining room was elegant, the food was amazing, and the staff made us feel special."

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Reservations

Reserve Your Table

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

Common Questions

Discovery Cove Visitors FAQ

How far is Ciao Italia from Discovery Cove?

2 miles. A short drive south on International Drive. Located at 6149 Westwood Blvd, directly across from the DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando Theme Park Resort.

Do I get a discount with my Discovery Cove ticket?

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

Is Ciao Italia casual enough after a day at Discovery Cove?

Yes. No dress code. Come as you are — casual attire welcome. Shorts, resort wear, whatever you are comfortable in. Upscale vibes, casual comfort.

What does Ciao Italia serve?

Scratch-made Southern Italian. Handmade pasta, fresh seafood, veal, lamb chops, sautéed calamari. Wine and beer. Everything made from scratch using recipes the Navarra family brought from Southern Italy since 1991.

Is Discovery Cove's 10% discount valid for the whole table?

Yes. The discount applies to your entire party's meal (food only, not beverages). Show your Discovery Cove ticket or confirmation to your server.

Does Ciao Italia take reservations?

Yes. Book via OpenTable on our website or call (407) 354-0770. Walk-ins are welcome but reservations are recommended, especially on Friday and Saturday evenings.

Is Ciao Italia good for a post-Discovery Cove celebration dinner?

Yes. We offer a private dining room for up to 60 guests. Perfect for birthday or anniversary celebrations after the park. Group menus from $60 per person. Full restaurant buyouts available for up to 110 guests.

Does Ciao Italia have a kids menu?

Yes. $13 kids menu with gelato included, for children 10 and under. Family-owned and family-friendly since 1991.

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

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