Best Food Near Epic Universe Orlando
Vincenzo Cucina Italiana is a casual Italian restaurant with an upbeat atmosphere on International Drive — handmade pasta, USDA Prime steaks, fresh seafood, craft cocktails, a full bar, a kids menu, outdoor patio, and complimentary valet. 4,000+ reviews. OpenTable Diners' Choice. Open nightly 5–10 PM.
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Vincenzo Cucina Italiana on International Drive
Vincenzo Cucina Italiana is one of the highest-rated Italian restaurants on International Drive, recognized as an OpenTable Diners' Choice winner and recipient of the Golden Fork Award. With over 4,000 reviews from guests around the world, the reputation is built on handmade pasta, USDA Prime Black Angus steaks from Creekstone Farms, fresh seafood, and sauces crafted from San Marzano tomatoes. Every dish is prepared to order with fresh ingredients by a kitchen that has been doing this for over 30 years.
Located at ICON Park on International Drive, Vincenzo is just 3 miles from Universal's Epic Universe — less than 10 minutes by car. After a full day of riding the most anticipated new attractions in Orlando, there is no better way to end the evening than with a proper Italian dinner. The Navarra Group has built a restaurant where families, couples, and groups all feel at home — whether you are celebrating a birthday, wrapping up a park day, or just looking for the best food near Epic Universe.
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Award-Winning Italian, Comfortable Vibe
Vincenzo is a casual Italian restaurant with an upbeat, welcoming atmosphere where you can hear your conversation and enjoy your evening without pretense. The dining room is warm and inviting, the outdoor patio overlooks International Drive, and the full bar serves craft cocktails, Italian wines, and everything in between. This is not a stuffy fine dining experience — it is a place where everyone from theme park families to business travelers feels comfortable.
After a day at Epic Universe, you want a restaurant that delivers real food in a relaxed setting. Vincenzo does exactly that. Handmade pappardelle with Angus beef ragu, lobster ravioli with Maine lobster meat, a 20-ounce bone-in ribeye, Chilean sea bass, tiramisu made in-house — and a kids menu where children 10 and under eat with a beverage included. Complimentary valet parking means you pull up, hand over the keys, and walk right in.
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Italian Restaurant in the Heart of International Drive
Vincenzo is located at ICON Park on International Drive, across from the StarFlyer and close to all major hotels, the Orange County Convention Center, Universal Orlando, Epic Universe, and SeaWorld. Whether you are staying nearby or driving in from across Orlando, we are just 3 miles away — less than 10 minutes by car.
Complimentary valet parking every evening. Easy Uber and Lyft pick-up and drop-off. Outdoor patio seating available. Dine in the heart and action of International Drive.
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Full Bar & Cocktails at Vincenzo Orlando
Enjoy a full bar, handcrafted cocktails, and a wide selection of Italian and California wines in a relaxed, upbeat atmosphere. From classic Negronis and refreshing Aperol Spritz to your favorite glass of wine or cocktail, there is something for everyone to sip, relax, and enjoy.
Happy Hour: Monday — Happy Hour All Night. Tuesday–Friday, 5:00–7:00 PM.
Wine Down Wednesday — ½ Off Wines by the Glass All Night.
Restaurant Details
Hours
Open 7 days
5 PM – 10 PM
Happy Hour
Mon all night
Tue–Fri 5–7 PM
Parking
Complimentary valet
Every evening
Patio
Outdoor patio
seating available
Location
8255 International Dr
Orlando, FL 32819
Cuisine
Handmade pasta
Steaks, seafood
Dietary
Vegan, vegetarian
Gluten-free options
Reservations
OpenTable or call
(407) 745-4030
Epic Universe
Minutes away
Show ticket for 10% off
What Guests Say About Vincenzo
“The food was delicious and the service was perfect.”
“What a great surprise! Fresh food and high quality.”
“This restaurant is magnificent! Great service great food great time!”
Dining Near Epic Universe on International Drive
Universal's Epic Universe opened in May 2025 as the largest and most ambitious theme park built in Orlando in over two decades. Located at 1001 Epic Blvd in southwest Orlando, the park features five themed worlds — Celestial Park, Super Nintendo World, How to Train Your Dragon Isle of Berk, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter Ministry of Magic, and Dark Universe — with over 50 rides, attractions, and experiences drawing millions of visitors each year.
Inside the park, dining options include The Atlantic (fine dining in Celestial Park), Mead Hall (Viking banquet hall in Isle of Berk), The Blue Dragon (Pan-Asian in Celestial Park), and Toadstool Cafe (themed dining in Super Nintendo World). These are excellent but they operate at theme park prices, with long waits during peak hours and limited reservation availability.
Outside the park, the International Drive corridor stretching north from Epic Universe is one of the most concentrated restaurant districts in Orlando. Within a 3–5 mile drive, guests can find Italian, steaks, seafood, Mexican, Japanese, and more — all at off-site prices with full bars, happy hours, and a more relaxed pace. ICON Park, about 3 miles north, is a popular post-park dinner destination with several sit-down restaurants, entertainment, and easy rideshare access from Epic Universe.
Vincenzo Cucina Italiana has been on International Drive at ICON Park since 2014 and serves guests coming from Epic Universe, Universal Studios, the Convention Center, SeaWorld, and the surrounding resort hotels nightly. The restaurant offers a 10% dinner discount for anyone with an Epic Universe ticket or annual pass.
How to Get to Vincenzo from Epic Universe
By rideshare: Request an Uber or Lyft from the Epic Universe entrance. Tell the driver ICON Park on International Drive. The ride is about 3 miles and takes less than 10 minutes. Drop-off is right at the restaurant.
By car: Head north on International Drive from Epic Universe for about 3 miles. Vincenzo is at ICON Park, 8255 International Drive. Complimentary valet parking every evening — pull up and hand over the keys.
Timing: Most guests leave Epic Universe between 5 and 6 PM. For a 6:00 or 6:30 dinner reservation, leave the park by 5:30. Vincenzo opens at 5 PM nightly, 7 days a week.
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