Experience Northern Italian Fine Dining in Orlando
At Christini’s Ristorante Italiano, every meal is a celebration of authentic Northern Italian cuisine, timeless hospitality, and elegant fine dining in Orlando.
For more than 40 years, Christini’s has welcomed guests to experience handcrafted Italian dishes, premium ingredients, exceptional service, live music, and one of the most refined dining atmospheres in Central Florida.
Located in Dr. Phillips near Orlando’s Restaurant Row, Christini’s brings the flavors, traditions, and warmth of Italy to every table.
What Makes Northern Italian Cuisine Special?
Northern Italian cuisine is known for its rich flavors, refined techniques, fresh ingredients, handmade pastas, elegant sauces, premium meats, seafood, risotto, fine cheeses, and carefully paired wines.
At Christini’s, our menu reflects these traditions with dishes prepared thoughtfully and served with the polished hospitality that has made the restaurant one of Orlando’s most celebrated Italian dining destinations.
Appetizers to Begin the Experience
Start your evening with classic Italian appetizers designed to awaken the palate. Guests may enjoy favorites such as Calamaretti Fritti, crisp baby squid served with marinara sauce, or Polpette di Vitello, tender veal meatballs served in pomodoro sauce.
For a refined beginning, Carpaccio di Manzo offers delicate prime filet mignon inspired by the flavors of Piedmont.
Fresh Salads and Comforting Soups
Christini’s offers elegant starters such as Insalata con Funghi, prepared with baby greens, sautéed mushrooms, honey mustard vinaigrette, and shaved parmesan.
Guests may also enjoy the chef’s daily soup, created to provide a warm and flavorful introduction to the meal.
Handmade Pastas and Seafood Specialties
Pasta is central to Italian dining, and Christini’s offers beautifully prepared dishes that showcase tradition and creativity.
Guests may enjoy Fettuccini alla Christini, an authentic Fettuccini Alfredo, or Fagottini alla Pera, purse-shaped pasta filled with roasted pear and gorgonzola.
Seafood lovers can savor Aragosta e Frutti di Mare Fra Diavolo, featuring linguine with Maine lobster and fresh seafood in a spicy sauce.
Premium Steaks, Chicken, and Veal
Christini’s menu includes hearty entrées prepared with elegance and precision.
Filetto alla Barolo features filet mignon prepared with Barolo wine, wild mushrooms, and pearl onions. Pollo alla Marsala offers tender chicken with wild mushrooms in Marsala wine.
Veal specialties are also a hallmark of the Christini’s experience, including Scaloppine al Marsala and luxurious veal preparations with mushrooms, lobster, and refined sauces.
Desserts Worth Savoring
End your evening with classic Italian desserts such as Traditional Cannoli, Ricotta Cheesecake, Tiramisu, Gelato, or Sorbetto.
Each dessert provides a sweet final note to an elegant dining experience.
A Complete Italian Fine Dining Experience
Christini’s is more than a restaurant. It is an Orlando dining tradition known for authentic cuisine, attentive service, live music, fine wines, and an atmosphere designed for memorable evenings.
Whether you are celebrating a special occasion, planning a romantic dinner, hosting a business meal, or simply craving authentic Northern Italian cuisine, Christini’s offers an experience unlike any other in Orlando.
Make Your Reservation
Experience authentic Northern Italian cuisine at Christini’s Ristorante Italiano.
Christini’s Ristorante Italiano
7600 Dr. Phillips Boulevard
Orlando, Florida 32819
The Marketplace at Dr. Phillips
Phone: (407) 345-8770
Dinner Hours:
Monday – Sunday: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Reservations are strongly recommended. Call today or make your reservation online.
