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Mangia at these Date Night Restaurants in Orlando

  • January 7, 2025
  • | 11:10 AM

Buon appetito Orlando!

Looking for your real life Lady and the Tramp moment? Cozy up with a bowl of noodles and your sweetie next date night at one of Orlando’s Italian restos. Date night in Orlando never tasted so good!

These romantic restaurants in Orlando are the perfect way to switch things up on date night and come on, who doesn’t love Italian food? Next time you need a little date night inspo just think about sipping on Tuscan wine and falling in love all over again. Savor a delicious Italian feast at these date night restaurants in Orlando!

Maggiano's Little Italy

We get it—sometimes you’re just in the mood for some classic Italian-American dishes. Instead of hitting up Olive Garden next date night, visit Maggiano’s Little Italy. Here you can enjoy fettuccine alfredo, eggplant parm, shrimp scampi, and more. The dishes here are warm, comforting, and will hit the spot one hundred percent of the time. Plus anywhere where you can get a side of spaghetti marinara has a special place in our hearts.

Hours and Location

Monday | 11:30AM—10PM

Tuesday | 11:30AM—10PM

Wednesday | 11:30AM—10PM

Thursday | 11:30AM—10PM

Friday| 11:30AM—11PM

Saturday | 11:30AM—11PM

Sunday | 11:30AM—10PM

9101 International Dr. Ste 2400, Orlando, FL 32819

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Prato

Head over to Winter Park for this Italian treat. This resto combines the traditional flavors and simplicity of Italian classics with modern techniques. Their seasonal menu features a variety of pizzas and pastas. We’re currently loving the ricotta and spinach gnudi! And end the night off right with one of their decadent desserts like out go to, the olive oil cake.

Hours and Location

Monday | 5:30PM—10PM

Tuesday | 5:30PM—10PM

Wednesday | 11:30AM—3PM; 5:30PM—11PM

Thursday | 11:30AM—3PM; 5:30PM—11PM

Friday | 11:30AM—3PM; 5:30PM—11PM

Saturday | 11:30AM—3PM; 5:30PM—11PM

Sunday | 11:30AM—3PM; 5:30PM—10PM

124 N Park Ave, Winter Park, FL 32789

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La Luce

Take a trip to the Italian countryside without leaving the heart of Orlando. Here you can dine on a traditional Italian menu with Napa influence. It’s the perfect combo of old-world flavors and nouveau techniques. Indulge on bistecca—a traditional Florentine steak dish—or a bowl of their creamy risotto of the day. The menu is hearty without being overbearing, making this resto perfect for date night.

Hours and Location

Monday | 6PM—10PM

Tuesday | 6PM—10PM

Wednesday | Closed

Thursday | 6PM—10PM

Friday | 6PM—10PM

Saturday | 6PM—10PM

Sunday | 6PM—10PM

14100 Bonnet Creek Resort Ln, Orlando, FL 32821

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Mia's Italian Kitchen

Want a meal that tastes like Nonna is cooking in the back? Head over to Mia’s Italian Kitchen where the recipes are sourced from the owner’s own Sicilian grandmother. Dive into Sicilian-style rectangular brick oven pizzas, enjoy fresh house-made pastas, authentic soups, and more. This is the perfect combination of homestyle and upscale. And if you’re a fan on gnocchi, start your meal with the potato gnocchi alla vodka, we promise you won’t be disappointed!

Hours and Location

Monday | 3PM—11PM

Tuesday | 3PM—11PM

Wednesday | 3PM—11PM

Thursday | 3PM—11PM

Friday | 3PM—11PM

Saturday | 11AM—11PM

Sunday | 11AM—11PM

8717 International Dr., Orlando, FL 32819

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Adriatico Trattoria Italiana

If you’re looking for an authentic Italian experience without leaving the heart of central Florida, we’ve got you covered. Spend an evening at Adriatico Trattoria Italiana. The menu here has something for everyone and every palette. At the trattoria, enjoy an intimate evening full of bold flavors and amazing wine. Dive into traditional classics like the fettuccine alla carbonara or the gnocchi della casa with your choice of delicious house-made sauce—for something unique opt for the gorgonzola sauce, it’s decadent and has a slight tang from the bleu cheese!

Hours and Location

Monday | 5PM—9PM

Tuesday | 5PM—9PM

Wednesday | 5PM—9PM

Thursday | 5PM—9PM

Friday | 5PM—9:30PM

Saturday | 5PM—9:30PM

Sunday | Closed

2417 Edgewater Dr, Orlando, FL 32804

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Mangoni Italian Market Pizza

Enjoy a beautiful dinner out on the patio at Mangoni. This newest addition to the Winter Garden dinner scene is great for a more low key date night. Dine on charcuterie, housemade foccacia tartines, and artisan pizzas. The food here is no joke. Everything is locally sourced (or imported straight from Italy) and made in house, including the tomato sauce! The pizza’s are baked in an imported Italian wood fired pizza oven that’s powered by locally sourced oak wood. And pair your meal with a classic Italian cocktail like a negroni or an Aperol spritz!

Hours and Location

Monday | 11AM—10PM

Tuesday | 11AM—10PM

Wednesday | 11AM—10PM

Thursday | 11AM—10PM

Friday | 11AM—11PM

Saturday | 11AM—11PM

Sunday | 11AM—9PM

251 Tremaine St, Winter Garden, FL 34787

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Turci Pasta

Trevi Pasta is now Turci Pasta and they are still serving up the delicious fresh pasta that you know and love. From their signature dishes to their create your own pasta, there’s something for everyone on this menu. Our go to order has to be the pear ravioli with poached pear in wine. We know it sounds a bit out there, but just try us and try it…It’s life changing.

Hours and Location

Monday | Closed

Tuesday | 5PM—9PM

Wednesday | 5PM—9PM

Thursday | 5PM—9PM

Friday | 1PM—10PM

Saturday | 1PM—10PM

Sunday | 1PM—8PM

2120 Edgewater Dr, Orlando, FL 32804

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Christini's Ristorante Italiano

When we’re talking about date night restaurants in Orlando we can’t leave on this iconic spot: Christini’s Ristorante Italiano. This is perfect for a special date night like Valentine’s Day, your anniversary, birthdays, or even celebrating a promotion!

Their menu is full of decadent pasta, seafood, chicken, veal, and beef dishes that are absolutely to die for. Plus the fine dining atmosphere here makes this one of the perfect date night restaurants in Orlando!

Hours and Location

Monday | 5PM—11PM

Tuesday | 5PM—11PM

Wednesday | 5PM—11PM

Thursday | 5PM—11PM

Friday | 5PM—11PM

Saturday | 5PM—11PM

Sunday | 5PM—11PM

7600 Dr Phillips Blvd, Orlando, FL 32819

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Which one of these date night restaurants in Orlando will you be booking for your next night out?

So throw on that outfit that you’ve been waiting for an occasion to wear and get ready for a date night that you won’t forget. Whether you’re twirling pasta or sharing a pie these date night restaurants in Orlando are sure to reignite the spark between you and your partner.

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Curated by

Anna Brescia

Anna Brescia

Raleigh ✈️ Orlando • Constantly sipping an ice coffee and checking out all the new Orlando hotspots! ☕️??

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