Ciao Italia Ristorante interior
Nearby Resort Dining

Dinner Near Westgate Leisure Resort

Family-friendly Italian. Kids eat for $13 with gelato.

35+
Years
3,000+
Reviews
9
Awards
$13
Kids Menu

Real Italian at a Real Value

You chose Westgate Leisure Resort because it is well-located, budget-friendly, and close to everything. Smart move. Now you need dinner that matches that same philosophy: incredible quality without the tourist trap pricing. Ciao Italia Ristorante has been delivering exactly that since 1991.

The Navarra family makes everything by hand. Every pasta is rolled fresh daily. Every sauce is built from scratch. The result is food that you simply cannot get at the chains lining International Drive. And you do not pay resort restaurant prices to get it. Kids 10 and under eat for $13, and that includes gelato. The whole family eats well without the sticker shock.

After the Theme Parks, Before Bed

The timing works perfectly for Westgate families. Parks close, everyone is tired and hungry, and the last thing you want is a 45-minute wait at an overcrowded chain restaurant. Ciao Italia opens at 5:00 PM and takes reservations. Call ahead, drive five minutes from the resort, and sit down to a meal that actually feels like a reward after a long day on your feet.

The atmosphere is warm without being fancy. You can come in flip-flops or dressed up for a date night while the grandparents watch the kids. It works both ways. That is the beauty of a family-owned restaurant that has been welcoming tourists and locals alike for over three decades.

Chicken Marsala Sacchetti Pasta

What Our Guests Say

★★★★★

“Best meal of our entire Orlando trip. The kids cleaned their plates and loved the gelato.”

Google
★★★★★

“Way better than any chain on I-Drive. Authentic, affordable, and the portions are generous.”

TripAdvisor
★★★★★

“Found this gem near our resort. Zagat rated and you can taste why. Coming back tomorrow.”

Yelp

What Your Family Will Love

The kids menu keeps it simple and satisfying. Pasta with butter, marinara, or alfredo. Chicken fingers for the pickier eaters. And every kids meal ends with gelato, which turns dinner into a celebration. For the adults, the menu is a tour of authentic Italian cooking. Lobster ravioli in a delicate cream sauce. Linguine with fresh clams. Veal piccata finished with capers and lemon. Chicken parmigiana with a crust that crunches perfectly.

The Navarra family treats every table like guests in their home. Over 3,000 families have left reviews. The restaurant has earned 9 culinary awards and a Zagat rating. This is not a chain. This is the kind of restaurant people tell their friends about when they get home from Orlando.

Quick Drive, Free Parking, Open Every Night

Westgate Leisure Resort to Ciao Italia is a quick 5-7 minute drive. We are at 6149 Westwood Blvd with free parking for everyone. Open 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM, seven days a week including holidays. Reservations are smart, especially with kids. Call (407) 354-0770.

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Kids Menu

$13 for children 10 and under. Includes entree plus gelato dessert.

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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 fees.

Frequently Asked Questions

How far is Ciao Italia from Westgate Leisure Resort?

Ciao Italia Ristorante is just a few minutes by car from Westgate Leisure Resort, typically 5-7 minutes. We are located at 6149 Westwood Blvd, Orlando, FL 32821 with free parking.

Is Ciao Italia affordable for families on a budget?

Yes. While Ciao Italia is Zagat-rated fine dining, the prices are reasonable for the quality. The kids menu is just $13 and includes an entree plus gelato for children 10 and under. No resort pricing or hidden fees.

Does Ciao Italia have a kids menu?

Yes. Children 10 and under can enjoy our kids menu for $13, which includes their choice of entree plus gelato dessert. It is a great value for families.

What are Ciao Italia's hours?

Ciao Italia is open 7 days a week from 5:00 PM to 10:00 PM, including holidays. This makes it convenient for families returning from theme parks who want a quality dinner.

The Best Part of Your Orlando Trip

Zagat-rated Italian, kids menu with gelato, family-owned since 1991. Open tonight.

Reserve a Table View Menu ☎ Call (407) 354-0770
Handmade Italian food at Vincenzo Cucina Italiana
Handmade Italian

Real Italian Food Near Westgate Leisure Resort 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 Westgate Leisure Resort 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 Westgate Leisure Resort 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 Westgate Leisure Resort 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 Westgate Leisure Resort 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