Hi Lori,
Great choice...
Via Napoli is a fantastic restaurant! My family and I dined there last October. We tried the
Authentic Neapolitan Pizza. It was absolutely delicious! In fact, my 14 year-old son has declared it to be, "The best pizza (he's) ever eaten". That's a pretty big compliment coming from a teen boy.
The atmosphere is wonderful. I love the paintings on the walls and the warm, inviting colors.
As far as location, you mentioned that you usually watch IllumiNations from the Canada area, so I'm hoping you'll be able to envision what I'm describing. When you enter the Italy Pavilion, Tutto Italia is down the walkway (into the Pavilion and away from the Lagoon). Via Napoli is located even further down that walkway than Tutto Italia is. It would be a great place for a leisurely dinner, but you would definitely want to get up and head over towards the Lagoon (along the fence) to watch the show.
Hope his helps and have a wonderful vacation,
Kaylene