Ciao Italia Ristorante dining room
Nearby Hotel Dining

Dinner Near Tru by Hilton Orlando

Real Italian food, just minutes from your hotel

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

Real Dinner Near Tru by Hilton Orlando

Tru by Hilton is a great hotel for the price, but when dinner rolls around, you want something more than a grab-and-go market pantry. Ciao Italia Ristorante is a short drive from the Tru by Hilton near SeaWorld and has been serving authentic Italian food in Orlando since 1991. Over 35 years, one family, and more than 3,000 reviews from people who keep coming back.

This is the kind of restaurant that does not exist near most hotels. It is not a chain. There is no corporate menu designed by committee. The Navarra family has been running Ciao Italia the same way since day one: fresh ingredients, generous portions, and a dining room that feels like you are eating at someone's home in southern Italy.

What Makes Ciao Italia Different

Most restaurants in the SeaWorld corridor cater to tourists who will never return. Ciao Italia built its reputation on locals who come back every week. The menu covers all the Italian classics: handmade pastas, fresh seafood dishes, veal piccata, chicken parmigiana, and a wine list that pairs with all of it. Prices are fair for the quality you get, and you will not leave hungry.

The restaurant has earned 9 awards over the years, including recognition from Zagat and OpenTable. That does not happen by accident in a market as competitive as Orlando.

Getting There from Tru by Hilton

Ciao Italia is located at 6149 Westwood Blvd, just minutes from the Tru by Hilton near SeaWorld. The drive is straightforward, and when you arrive, there is free self-parking waiting for you. No rideshare needed, no parking fees, no hassle.

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What Our Guests Say

★★★★★

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

Google
★★★★★

“The risotto pescatore is the best in Orlando. Feels like family.”

TripAdvisor
★★★★★

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

OpenTable

Great for Any Group

Traveling solo? The bar area is comfortable and welcoming. Couple looking for a date night? The dining room has the right atmosphere without being over the top. Family with kids? The portions are big enough to share, and the staff has been handling families for decades. Ciao Italia also accommodates private events and large parties with advance notice.

Hours and Reservations

Open every night from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM, 7 days a week. Reservations are recommended but not required. Call (407) 354-0770 or visit our reservations page to book your table.

Risotto Pescatore Veal Piccata
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Cuisine

Zagat-rated Italian. Handmade pastas, fresh seafood, veal, lamb, and classic preparations.

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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

Complimentary self-parking for all guests. No valet fees or surcharges.

Frequently Asked Questions

How close is Ciao Italia to Tru by Hilton Orlando?

Ciao Italia Ristorante is just a few minutes by car from Tru by Hilton Orlando. We are located at 6149 Westwood Blvd, Orlando, FL 32821, right in the SeaWorld and Convention Center corridor.

Does Ciao Italia have parking for hotel guests?

Yes, Ciao Italia offers free self-parking for all guests. There is no need to worry about valet fees or parking garages.

What kind of food does Ciao Italia serve?

Ciao Italia serves authentic Italian cuisine including handmade pastas, fresh seafood, veal, chicken parmigiana, and classic Italian desserts. The menu has something for everyone.

Can I walk in without a reservation?

Walk-ins are welcome, though reservations are recommended on weekends and holidays. Call (407) 354-0770 or book online.

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Family-owned Italian dining since 1991. Open tonight, 5–10 PM.

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Handmade Italian food at Vincenzo Cucina Italiana
Handmade Italian

Real Italian Food Near Tru 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 Tru 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 Tru 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 Tru 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 Tru 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