Best Italian Restaurant in Florida
Vincenzo Cucina Italiana — International Drive, Orlando
Handmade pasta. USDA Prime steaks. Fresh seafood. Craft cocktails. Over 4,000 reviews. Family-owned by the Navarra Group since 2014. Open nightly 5–10 PM with complimentary valet at ICON Park.
4,000+ Reviews · Family-Owned Since 2014 · Open Nightly 5–10 PM · Free Valet
The Difference
Why Vincenzo Is One of the Best Italian Restaurants in Florida
Not a chain. Not a franchise. Vincenzo Cucina Italiana is a family-owned Italian restaurant by the Navarra Group, built on over 30 years of hospitality experience. Every dish is made from scratch in our kitchen on International Drive — handmade pasta, house-made gnocchi, lobster ravioli, USDA Prime steaks, and fresh seafood.
Since opening in 2014, Vincenzo has earned over 4,000 reviews across Google, OpenTable, Yelp, and TripAdvisor from guests visiting from every corner of Florida and around the world. The food is real, the service is personal, and the atmosphere is warm enough for a family dinner and polished enough for a special occasion.
Awards & Recognition
Award-Winning Italian
Golden Fork Award
Excellence in Italian cuisine
OpenTable Diners' Choice
Voted by verified diners
TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence
Consistently outstanding reviews
Orlando Foodie Award
Recognized by Orlando's food community
DiRoNA Award
Distinguished Restaurants of North America
Man of the Year Award
Hospitality leadership recognition
Top 10 USA Best Award
National recognition for excellence
Neighborhood Gem Award
Local favorite on International Drive
Most Private Events Booked
1,500+ events — #1 independent restaurant
The Food
Made from Scratch, Every Night
Why Vincenzo
What Sets Us Apart
Handmade Everything
Pasta, gnocchi, ravioli, sauces, desserts — all made from scratch daily in our kitchen on International Drive
4,000+ Reviews
One of the highest-rated Italian restaurants in Florida across every major platform — Google, OpenTable, Yelp, TripAdvisor
Family-Owned
The Navarra Group, 30+ years of hospitality. Not a chain, not a franchise. Real people, real food, real service
Full Bar & Happy Hour
Craft cocktails, wine, beer. Happy hour Mon–Fri with $4 beer, $7 wine, $10 cocktails
Private Dining
The Amalfi Room for 15–50 guests. Full buyout up to 140. Over 1,500 events hosted
Free Valet at ICON Park
Complimentary valet every evening on International Drive. No parking stress, no walking
The Menu
What to Order at Vincenzo
Start with the arancini or the burrata. For pasta, the lobster ravioli and the filet tortellini are the two dishes guests photograph most. The house-made gnocchi with burrata is a favorite. For entrees, the chicken marsala with portobello and truffle is the most ordered dish in the restaurant. The USDA Prime filet mignon and Chilean sea bass are excellent. Finish with tiramisu or the limoncello cake. The full bar serves craft cocktails — the espresso martini and Aperol spritz are the most popular.
“Best Italian we’ve had in Florida. The lobster ravioli was unreal. We’ve been to Italian restaurants all over the state and nothing compares.”
— Visiting from Tampa
The Location
On International Drive, Orlando
Vincenzo Cucina Italiana is on International Drive in Orlando — Florida’s #1 tourist destination. At ICON Park, near the Orange County Convention Center, Epic Universe, Universal Studios, SeaWorld, and surrounded by major hotels. Orlando is accessible from every corner of the state: Tampa is 1 hour away, Jacksonville 2 hours, and Miami 3.5 hours. Whether you live in Florida or you’re visiting, Vincenzo is the Italian restaurant worth the trip.
8255 International Drive, Suite 112, Orlando, FL 32819 — at ICON Park. Open nightly 5–10 PM. Complimentary valet. Upscale vibes, casual comfort. No dress code. Shorts welcome.
What Guests Say
From Across Florida
“We drove from Miami just to eat here again. The gnocchi and the filet are worth the trip.”
— Visiting from Miami“Our family comes to Orlando every year and Vincenzo is always the first reservation we make. Best Italian in the state.”
— Annual Visitors — JacksonvilleMore to Explore
What Else at Vincenzo
Common Questions
Frequently Asked
What is the best Italian restaurant in Florida?
+Vincenzo Cucina Italiana on International Drive in Orlando is one of the best Italian restaurants in Florida. Family-owned by the Navarra Group since 2014, Vincenzo has earned over 4,000 reviews across Google, OpenTable, Yelp, and TripAdvisor. The kitchen makes everything from scratch — handmade pasta, USDA Prime steaks, and fresh seafood — nightly from 5 to 10 PM with complimentary valet at ICON Park.
What makes Vincenzo different from other Italian restaurants in Florida?
+Everything is handmade from scratch daily — pasta, gnocchi, ravioli, sauces, and desserts. Vincenzo is family-owned by the Navarra Group with over 30 years of hospitality experience. Not a chain, not a franchise. Over 4,000 verified reviews across all major platforms. The atmosphere is upscale but casual — no dress code, shorts welcome.
What should I order at Vincenzo?
+The lobster ravioli and filet tortellini are the two most popular pasta dishes. The house-made gnocchi with burrata is a guest favorite. For entrees, the chicken marsala with portobello and truffle is the most ordered dish. The USDA Prime filet mignon and Chilean sea bass are excellent. Finish with tiramisu or limoncello cake.
Does Vincenzo have happy hour?
+Yes. Vincenzo offers happy hour Monday all night (5–10 PM) and Tuesday through Friday from 5–7 PM. Happy hour features $4 beer, $7 wine, and $10 cocktails at the bar. Vincenzo has a full bar with craft cocktails, wine, beer, and spirits.
Is Vincenzo good for special occasions?
+Yes. The Amalfi Room accommodates 15 to 50 guests for private dining. Full restaurant buyouts are available for up to 140 guests. Vincenzo has hosted over 1,500 private events including birthdays, anniversaries, proposals, rehearsal dinners, and corporate dinners. The atmosphere is polished enough for any occasion but casual enough that there is no dress code.
Where is Vincenzo located in Florida?
+Vincenzo Cucina Italiana is at 8255 International Drive, Suite 112, Orlando, FL 32819 — at ICON Park on International Drive. Near the Orange County Convention Center, Epic Universe, Universal Studios, SeaWorld, and surrounded by major hotels. Orlando is accessible from Tampa (1 hour), Jacksonville (2 hours), and Miami (3.5 hours).
Do I need a reservation?
+Reservations are recommended and can be made through OpenTable. Walk-ins are always welcome based on availability. Vincenzo is open nightly from 5 PM to 10 PM, seven days a week.
Is there a dress code?
+No. Casual attire is welcome. Shorts, vacation clothes, business attire — all welcome. Vincenzo has upscale vibes with casual comfort. It looks elegant but is completely casual. No dress code.
Is there parking?
+Yes. Vincenzo offers complimentary valet parking every evening at ICON Park on International Drive. There is also free self-parking available in the ICON Park lot.
Is Vincenzo open for lunch?
+No. Vincenzo is open for dinner only, nightly from 5 PM to 10 PM. Private luncheons are available by request for groups through the private dining and events team.
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Best Italian Restaurant in Florida
Vincenzo Cucina Italiana — International Drive, Orlando — Open Nightly 5–10 PM