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Dinner Near DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando

Authentic Italian just minutes from your hotel

35+
Years
3,000+
Reviews
9
Awards
7
Days a Week

Skip the Hotel Restaurant Tonight

Staying at the DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando at SeaWorld? There is a better dinner waiting for you just minutes away. Ciao Italia Ristorante has been serving authentic Italian cuisine on Westwood Boulevard since 1991 and is one of the most reviewed Italian restaurants in the Orlando area, with more than 3,000 reviews and 9 awards to show for it.

The DoubleTree is known for those warm chocolate chip cookies at check-in, but when it comes to dinner, you deserve more than a lobby snack. Ciao Italia is a family-owned restaurant run by the same family for over 35 years. That kind of consistency is rare in a tourist corridor where restaurants open and close every season.

What to Expect at Ciao Italia

Walk in and you will notice it right away: this is not a chain. The dining room is warm, comfortable, and unpretentious. Portions are generous, prices are fair, and the menu covers all the Italian classics done the right way. Handmade pastas, fresh seafood, veal, chicken, and a solid wine list to pair with everything.

Whether you are traveling for the theme parks, a convention at the Orange County Convention Center, or just passing through Orlando, Ciao Italia is the kind of restaurant that makes a trip memorable. It is the place locals recommend when visitors ask where to eat.

A Quick Drive from the DoubleTree

From the DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando, Ciao Italia is just a short drive down International Drive and Westwood Boulevard. No tolls, no complicated directions, and free self-parking when you arrive. You will spend more time enjoying your meal than getting to the restaurant.

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What Our Guests Say

★★★★★

“Home cooked Italian dishes; generous portions; friendly and efficient service.”

Google
★★★★★

“We've been coming here for years. The risotto pescatore is the best in Orlando.”

OpenTable
★★★★★

“A hidden gem near SeaWorld. Skip the tourist traps.”

TripAdvisor

Perfect for Every Occasion

Ciao Italia works for just about any dinner situation. Romantic night out while the kids are at the pool? Done. Family dinner after a long day at SeaWorld or Aquatica? Absolutely. Business dinner before a convention? The atmosphere is polished enough without being stuffy. Large groups and private events are welcome too.

Open Every Night

Ciao Italia is open 7 days a week from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM, including holidays. Reservations are recommended but walk-ins are welcome. Call (407) 354-0770 or book online through our reservations page.

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Cuisine

Authentic Italian. Handmade pastas, seafood, veal, chicken, and classic desserts.

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Hours

Open 7 days a week, 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM. Including all holidays.

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Parking

Free self-parking for all guests. No valet fees, no garage charges.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Ciao Italia from the DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando?

Ciao Italia Ristorante is just a short drive from the DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando, typically under 10 minutes depending on traffic. We are located at 6149 Westwood Blvd, Orlando, FL 32821.

Do I need a reservation for dinner near the DoubleTree Orlando?

Reservations are recommended, especially on weekends, but walk-ins are always welcome. You can call us at (407) 354-0770 or book online through our reservations page.

Is there free parking at Ciao Italia?

Yes, Ciao Italia offers free self-parking for all guests. No valet fees, no garage charges. Just pull in and park.

What are the dinner hours at Ciao Italia Ristorante?

Ciao Italia is open for dinner 7 days a week from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM, including holidays.

A Quick Drive from the DoubleTree

Skip the Hotel Restaurant Tonight

Authentic Italian just minutes from your hotel

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Handmade Italian food at Vincenzo Cucina Italiana
Handmade Italian

Real Italian Food Near DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando, Made Fresh Nightly

At Vincenzo Cucina Italiana, dinner is not an afterthought. It is the reason people come back. Our kitchen is built around real Italian cooking, fresh ingredients, and dishes prepared with care every night.

Guests come for the handmade pasta, homemade potato gnocchi, tender chicken parmigiana, fresh seafood, and slow-braised veal ossobuco that feels like true Italian comfort food. Steak lovers can enjoy USDA Black Angus Prime steaks, while families can relax knowing there is a kids menu that makes dinner easy for everyone.

And no meal is complete without dessert. Our homemade tiramisu has been voted a guest favorite and remains one of the dishes people remember long after the night is over.

This is not chain restaurant Italian. This is fresh pasta, rich sauces, prime steaks, seafood, cocktails, wine, and homemade desserts served the way Italian food should be: warm, generous, and full of flavor.

From Our Kitchen

Handmade Pasta & Italian Classics

Every dish is made from scratch, every night. This is what dinner at Vincenzo looks like.

Linguine clams at Vincenzo
Linguine & Clams
Middle Neck Clams, Garlic, Parsley, White Wine
Gnocchi burrata at Vincenzo
Homemade Gnocchi
Potato Gnocchi, Pomodoro, Burrata & Basil Oil
Locally Owned

Family-Owned Italian Near DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando Since 2014

Vincenzo is locally owned and operated by the Navarra Group, a family with over 33 years of hospitality experience. Since opening on International Drive in 2014, Vincenzo has welcomed locals, visitors, families, convention guests, and travelers from all over the world.

That family history is felt in the way guests are treated. No attitude. No dress code. No pressure. Just great food, warm service, and a restaurant that makes people feel comfortable the moment they walk in.

Whether you are celebrating a birthday, enjoying a date night, bringing the kids after the parks, hosting a business dinner, or simply looking for a real Italian meal in Orlando, Vincenzo feels personal. It feels like a restaurant with history, pride, and people behind it.

That is what makes Vincenzo different. It is not a chain. It is not a compromise. It is a family-owned Italian restaurant in the heart of Orlando's most visited area.

Family-owned Italian dining at Vincenzo
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

Hands down the best Italian spot in Orlando. The service was impeccable, the food was absolutely incredible. The lobster ravioli was out of this world.

Jennifer, Orlando • OpenTable

USDA Prime Steaks

Black Angus from Creekstone Farms

Hand-cut, cooked to order, served with truffle butter and fresh sides every evening.

Filet mignon at Vincenzo
Filet Mignon
Prime Black Angus, Truffle Butter, Broccolini
NY Strip at Vincenzo
NY Strip 14oz
Garlic Herb Butter, Asparagus, Truffle Fries
Vincenzo at ICON Park International Drive
On International Drive

Easy Dinner from DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando to International Drive

Located at ICON Park on International Drive, near Universal, Epic Universe, SeaWorld, the Orange County Convention Center, major hotels, and Orlando's top attractions, Vincenzo is one of the easiest dinner choices in the city.

After a long park day, a convention, a family outing, or a night exploring International Drive, guests can sit down, relax, and enjoy a real meal without leaving the area. Complimentary valet parking makes the evening simple from the moment you arrive.

Vincenzo is casual enough for vacation clothes, shorts, and families, but polished enough for date nights, business dinners, private events, and celebrations. The atmosphere is warm, upbeat, and welcoming: the kind of place where tourists feel comfortable and locals still recommend it.

In a city full of chains and crowded tourist restaurants, Vincenzo gives guests something better: authentic Italian food, real hospitality, and a comfortable restaurant experience right in the heart of I-Drive.

★ ★ ★ ★ ★

We came after the parks and it was the perfect way to end the day. The gnocchi was unreal and the valet made everything so easy.

Mike & Sarah, New Jersey • Google

Guest Favorites

The Dishes People Come Back For

Chicken parmigiana with spaghetti. Fettuccine alfredo with jumbo shrimp. Made fresh, every night.

Chicken parmigiana at Vincenzo
Chicken Parmigiana
Breaded Chicken, Marinara, Mozzarella, Spaghetti
Fettuccine shrimp alfredo at Vincenzo
Fettuccine Alfredo
Cream, Butter, Romano Cheese, Jumbo Shrimp
Full Bar & Happy Hour

Happy Hour, Cocktails & Private Dining Near DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando

Vincenzo is more than dinner. It is a place to meet for drinks, celebrate, gather, and enjoy the night.

The full bar features handcrafted cocktails, Italian wines, California wines, classic Negronis, Aperol Spritzes, Espresso Martinis, martinis, wine, beer, and more. Happy Hour is available Monday all night and Tuesday through Friday from 5 to 7 PM, with $4 draft beers, $7 wines by the glass, $10 cocktails, and select small bites. On Wednesdays, Wine Down Wednesday brings half-off wines by the glass all night.

For private events, Vincenzo offers the Amalfi Room for 15 to 50 guests, semi-private dining, private luncheons, and full restaurant buyouts. From rehearsal dinners and birthdays to corporate events, conferences, family celebrations, and group dinners, Vincenzo has hosted over 1,500 events with custom Italian menus, AV options, complimentary valet, and experienced event support.

Whether you are stopping in for happy hour, bringing the family for dinner, planning a private celebration, or looking for the best Italian restaurant near the Convention Center and Orlando attractions, Vincenzo makes every visit feel easy, memorable, and worth choosing.

Vincenzo full bar craft cocktails
★ ★ ★ ★ ★

This place is a hidden gem on I-Drive. Not a chain, not overpriced tourist food. Real Italian with real heart. The tiramisu alone is worth the trip.

David, Atlanta • TripAdvisor

Italian Classics

Made the Way It Should Be

Homemade lasagna. Meatballs with San Marzano sauce. The Italian food you remember, done right.

Lasagna at Vincenzo
Lasagna
Beef Bolognese, Mozzarella, Ricotta, Bechamel
Meatballs polenta at Vincenzo
Meatballs Polenta
Homemade Meatballs, San Marzano Sauce, Ricotta
Vincenzo dining room busy evening
For Everyone

Why DoubleTree by Hilton Orlando Guests Choose Vincenzo for Dinner

Whether you are a local looking for a trusted Italian restaurant, a family coming in after a day at the parks, a convention guest planning a business dinner, or a visitor searching for something better than another chain, Vincenzo makes dinner easy.

No dress code. No fuss. Kids are welcome. Vacation clothes are welcome. Business dinners are welcome. Date nights, birthdays, happy hour, private events, and last-minute dinners all fit here.

That is why Vincenzo works for Orlando: it gives guests the comfort of a family-owned Italian restaurant with the convenience of being right in the heart of International Drive.

Hours
Open 7 days
5 to 10 PM
Happy Hour
Mon all night
Tue to Fri 5 to 7 PM
Parking
Complimentary valet
Every evening
Kids Menu
Ages 10 & under
3 with beverage
Location
8255 International Dr
Orlando, FL 32819
Cuisine
Casual Italian
Handmade pasta
Dietary
Gluten-free & vegetarian
options available
Reservations
OpenTable or call
(407) 745-4030
Ready to dine? Reserve a Table Call (407) 745-4030