Ciao Italia Ristorante

4.5

1542 Reviews

$30 and under

Italian

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2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Neighborhood gem

For 30 years, Ciao Italia has been celebrated as Orlando's finest locally-owned Italian restaurant. It boasts accolades such as a high Zagat rating, TripAdvisor's Certificate of Excellence, the title of Most Romantic Restaurant, OpenTable Diners' Choice, and recognition as a Neighborhood Gem. Our approach is straightforward: we are a scratch kitchen that specializes in homemade pasta, prime seafood, and homemade desserts, all served in a welcoming atmosphere. Our extensive wine list features selections from every region of Italy and honors the finest American wineries. Ciao Italia offers a rich dining experience complemented by a delectable menu. It's an inviting space that's perfect for casual dining, special occasions, business dinners, or corporate events.

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Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Farm-to-table, Seafood
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:45 pm Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Phone number
(407) 354-0770
Website
http://www.ciaoitaliaonline.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Vincenzo Navarra
Catering
We offer catering to go. Please contact us for details. info@ciaoitaliaonline.com
Private party facilities
At Ciao, a genuine Italian ambiance greets you, complete with a dedicated and friendly staff ready to cater to all your needs. As soon as you enter, you'll feel as if you've been whisked away to Italy – not only by our exceptional cuisine but also by the authentic Italian atmosphere surrounding you.
Private party contact
Vanessa Navarra : (407) 601-9021

Location
6149 Westwood blvd, Orlando, FL 32821
Neighborhood
I Drive / Sand Lake
Cross street
International Drive and Westwood Blvd
Parking details
Handicap Access available
Public transit
I-trolley stop 29.
Additional
Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,542 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.7Service
4.4Ambience
4.5Value

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Review summary

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Ciao Italia Ristorante offers an "authentic Italian dining experience" in Orlando with its "delicious food" and "attentive service." Guests praise the "crusty Italian bread" and "superb Veal Piccata." While some dishes like the calamari receive mixed reviews, the "family-friendly atmosphere" and "reasonable prices" make it a popular choice for both locals and visitors.

1,542 Reviews

D
Donald
Pittsburgh
30 reviews
vip
5.0
30 reviews
Dined on November 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
This is a gem in a strip mall. Would never expect such outstanding Italian food from the exterior. Family business for years with authentic delicious pastas, salads and desserts. Waiter suggested a reasonable Amarone when the Nebbiolo we selected wasn't available. Great trade off!
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Brian
Detroit
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on November 10, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Just a wonderful Italian restaurant! Great atmosphere and food. Our servers were a bit busy because the restaurant was very crowded but all in all an amazing place.
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Shawna
Mississippi
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 31, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Love this place. Service is excellent and food is even better.
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Kathleen
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on October 31, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
We love that there is a family owned restaurant in the Westwood/international blvd area. In a strip mall on Westwood. Not a chain! And what great food and service! Prices very reasonable. I had the lobster bisque, hands down the best I’ve ever had. And a pear and goat cheese pecan salad, delicious and generous. My partners pasta e pesce was very good, actually must have been excellent as he usually shares with me and all I got was a little bite. The servers were attentive and charming. Owner / cook? From southern Italy. Atmosphere nice, nothing fancy but charming. White table cloth, GOOD wine glasses not the thin ones at chains. Wine choices nice. Definitely we will always come back here when we visit.
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HeatherM
Greater Boston
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on October 19, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
WOW! This might be our new favorite place. We were a little unsure as it is in a strip mall; however, as soon as we walked in we knew we made a great choice. It smelled great and the wait staff was so welcoming. The food was outstanding. The bread arrived warm with olive oil, balsamic and fresh thyme dipping sauce. It actually was the best red bread I have had in a VERY long time and I eat out often. We had a Caesar salad which had homemade dressing, the veal piccata and fettuccine Alfredo. We also ordered a bottle of wine which the waiter picked out after we described what we prefer. It was exactly what we described. The perfectly sautéed garlic spinach along with the melt in your mouth veal so OUTSTANDING! The piccata sauce had the perfect amount of acidity and was velvety smooth. It is the kind of sauce I wish I could replicate. The Alfredo was also impeccable. Sometimes we find it is too heavy. This was just right. For dessert we had the chocolate cake. It was beautiful and a tad too rich for our taste. We will most assuredly be back. The food & service were excellent. For all the food we ate, we felt we got great value. Go!!! It is worth the drive.
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Gerson
Orlando
4 reviews
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on October 18, 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
My plate was good but my wife couldn’t eat her food, too spicy, clearly a mistake during the cooking because this dish not supposed to be spicy, and she can handle spicy food much more than me. But they acted fairly and not charged for the plate.
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Thomas
Philadelphia
83 reviews
vip
5.0
83 reviews
Dined on October 14, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Excellent menu. Numerous dishes fit for any type of food desired. Dishes are well prepared. Staff is very attentive and eager to please. All in all , a great value.
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Bill
Phoenix
51 reviews
vip
5.0
51 reviews
Dined on October 3, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Great food! Excellent re commendation from the water on the wine! I hope to visit again
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Antonio
Orlando
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on September 29, 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our experience was really good, we were served by Ricardo a Brazilian server, and it was the best service ever, highly recommend.
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David J.
Philadelphia
20 reviews
vip
4.0
20 reviews
Dined on September 28, 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
Went on a Sunday Night Food was good fair value. Service was decent not above the norm.
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FAQs

Ciao Italia Ristorante offers delivery in partnership with Postmates and Uber Eats. Ciao Italia Ristorante also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (407) 354-0770.

Ciao Italia Ristorante is rated 4.5 stars by 1542 OpenTable diners.

Ciao Italia Ristorante does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people

Nov 30, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 6 times today

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6149 Westwood blvd, Orlando, FL 32821

Additional information

Cross street
International Drive and Westwood Blvd
Neighborhood
I Drive / Sand Lake
Hours of operation
Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–9:45 pm Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Italian, Farm-to-table, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Handicap Access available
Public transit
I-trolley stop 29.
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Vincenzo Navarra
Additional
Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Gluten-free Options, Outdoor Smoking Area, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.ciaoitaliaonline.com/
Phone number
(407) 354-0770
Catering
We offer catering to go. Please contact us for details. info@ciaoitaliaonline.com
Private party facilities
At Ciao, a genuine Italian ambiance greets you, complete with a dedicated and friendly staff ready to cater to all your needs. As soon as you enter, you'll feel as if you've been whisked away to Italy – not only by our exceptional cuisine but also by the authentic Italian atmosphere surrounding you.
Private party contact
Vanessa Navarra : (407) 601-9021

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Ciao Italia Ristorante

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Private dining

Additional information

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Popular dishes

Cannoli

Lasagna

Burrata

Menu

What 1,542 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Review summary

FAQs

Does Ciao Italia Ristorante offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Ciao Italia Ristorante restaurant rated?

Does Ciao Italia Ristorante offer gift cards?

Is Ciao Italia Ristorante currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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