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Ciao Italia

6149 Westwood Blvd, Orlando, FL 32821-8083
407-354-0770
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Ranked #189 of 2,481 restaurants in Orlando
Price range: €4 - €23
Cuisines: Italian
Good for: Special Occasion Dining
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, Takeout, Dessert
Restaurant details
Good for: Special Occasion Dining
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations, Takeout, Dessert
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5 reviews 5 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 May 2013 NEW via mobile

Upon seeing great reviews about this place on websites I figured what the heck. Arriving up to it the i believe the owners were outside dining and speaking italian so I knew I was in for a treat. To make this short and simple this was the best italian food I ever had period! Started with there mushroom special appetizer,... More

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See 4 more reviews by Foodloverallday for Orlando
Wilmington, Vermont
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29 reviews 29 reviews
14 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
14 helpful votes 14 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 19 May 2013 NEW

Mediocre food served to tourists although it apppears like a local restaurant. We probably ordered the wrong thing veal it was of very poor quality. We also had the appetizer of Sauteed Calamari in a light sauce that was recommended. The Calamari was good but the sauce had no flavor. When most of it was left over the waiter just... More

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San Diego, California
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38 reviews 38 reviews
20 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 12 cities Reviews in 12 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 May 2013

We picked this restaurant based on the Yelp ratings. Upon arrival, we were surprised at the relatively obscure strip mall location, and questioned our decision. However, it didn't take long before we realized the reason for the great reviews. Our server was friendly and amiable, and the food was absolutely incredible. It was quite possibly the best Italian food I've... More

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See 5 more reviews by rsheedy for Orlando
Fort Mill, South Carolina
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13 reviews 13 reviews
7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 8 cities Reviews in 8 cities
3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 6 May 2013

The reviews are all correct. This place is a little gem, highly recommend the antipasti italia and the calamari which is not fried. Had shrimp and sausage alfredo and seafood linguine. Everything was excellent, service was good and staff friendly. wish this restaurant was near to home!

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Tennessee
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27 reviews 27 reviews
17 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
5 helpful votes 5 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 4 May 2013

All I can say is WOW. We picked this restaurant after seeing their Zagat rating online and we were not disappointed. It is hidden in the corner of a strip mall but don't let the location fool you. We started out with an eggplant and risotto appetizer that was suggested to us by our great server Sean. It was outstanding!!... More

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San Francisco, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 April 2013

"Only a trip to Italy could be more authentic!" That's their slogan, and it's true! We just came home from one of the best Italian meals we've EVER eaten!! I had rigatoni with sausage and my wife had Chicken Ciao Italia -- both truly exceptional! We're from San Francisco and have been frequent North Beach diners over the last 40... More

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3 reviews 3 reviews
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 29 April 2013 via mobile

Lovely lovely food and superb experience!! We actually felt like we were in Italy! Lasagne was cooked to perfection and was washed down by a lovely bubbly bottle of prosecco!

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Washington DC, District of Columbia
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 3 cities Reviews in 3 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 April 2013

The sauteed (NOT FRIED) calimari was absolutely great. So was the baked eggplant with pasta and tortellini della nonna. The insalada novella was also well portioned and very good.

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See 3 more reviews by liluqt for Orlando
Pasadena, CA
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12 reviews 12 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 April 2013

Don't let the unprepossessing strip-mall surroundings put you off. The food is delicious, the services is impeccable - solicitous without being intrusive. So nice to find a non-chain restaurant within walking distance of an Orlando hotel.

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 21 April 2013 via mobile

My husband and I went to celebrate our 8 year anniversary. Never been before. Every thing was very good. Staff was excellent, the atmosphere was great and the staff was excellent. We are not from Florida bit mu husband and I will definitely return. Dominic was out waiter, he even spoke fluent Italian! True Italian establishment! Clean, tidy, very attentive... More

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