4,000+ reviews · Google 4.5 · OpenTable 4.7 · TripAdvisor 4.3
Scratch Italian cooking on International Drive. Minutes from Universal's cosmic resort.
4,000+ reviews · Google 4.5 · OpenTable 4.7 · TripAdvisor 4.3
“Third year in a row eating here on vacation. The scallop risotto is worth the trip alone. Our server Maria treats us like family every time.”
The Petersons, Minneapolis · OpenTable
The Menu
Housemade pasta, steaks, seafood, chicken parmigiana, lasagna, cocktails, wine, desserts, and a kids menu — all served in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.
Keep reading to learn more about Vincenzo
Stella Nova Resort puts you in the center of Universal's galaxy of new properties. The rooms are beautiful, the pool is gorgeous, and the on-site dining is convenient. But convenient and memorable are different things.
Vincenzo Cucina Italiana is where memorable happens. A short drive from your resort, this family-owned Italian restaurant on International Drive has been quietly building a reputation as one of Orlando's most genuine dining experiences since 2014. Handmade pasta rolled and cut daily. Lobster ravioli stuffed with Maine lobster and ricotta, swimming in a creamy lobster sauce that tastes nothing like what you get at a hotel restaurant.
The scallop risotto is another level — truffle parmigiano risotto topped with jumbo sea scallops, porcini mushrooms, and caramelized shallots. It is the kind of dish you think about the next morning at breakfast.
And the steaks? USDA Prime Black Angus from Creekstone Farms, hand-cut and cooked to order. Filet mignon, 14-ounce NY strip, 20-ounce bone-in ribeye. This is not the hotel restaurant at the resort. This is better.
Handmade Pasta & Italian Classics
Every dish is made from scratch, every night. This is what dinner at Vincenzo looks like.
Vincenzo is not a franchise, a pop-up, or a celebrity chef concept. It is a family restaurant, owned and operated by the Navarra Group for more than a decade. The family brought over 30 years of hospitality knowledge when they opened on International Drive, and that experience shows in every part of the operation.
You feel it in the warmth of the greeting when you walk through the door. You taste it in sauces that simmer for hours, not minutes. You see it in the way your server actually knows every dish on the menu and can recommend the right wine pairing without looking it up.
Stella Nova guests appreciate quality. This restaurant delivers it — not through marble floors and celebrity endorsements, but through food that speaks for itself and service that makes people feel welcomed.
Over 4,000 reviews from guests around the world confirm what locals already know: Vincenzo is the real deal.
We have eaten at restaurants all over Orlando and this is the one we always come back to. The short rib pappardelle is insane and the tiramisu is the best dessert in the city.
James & Kelly, Dallas • Google
Black Angus from Creekstone Farms
Hand-cut, cooked to order, served with truffle butter and fresh sides every evening.
From Stella Nova Resort, Vincenzo is a short drive south on International Drive. The restaurant sits at ICON Park, Orlando's entertainment hub featuring the Orlando Eye, attractions, and shopping. Complimentary valet means you hand off your keys and walk straight to your table.
The atmosphere inside is warm and inviting. Dark tones, soft lighting, the gentle hum of a full dining room. It feels polished without being stiff — the kind of place where you can wear shorts and flip-flops from the pool or dress up for a date night and feel equally comfortable.
That balance is rare in Orlando. Most restaurants on International Drive are either fast casual chains or overly formal spots with prices to match. Vincenzo threads the needle perfectly: real food, real atmosphere, fair prices, no pretense.
It is casual Italian done right, and it is exactly what you want after spending the day in a theme park.
We booked the Amalfi Room for my parents' anniversary. 28 guests, custom menu, and every single dish was incredible. The staff made it effortless.
Christina, Philadelphia • Google
The Dishes People Come Back For
Chicken parmigiana with spaghetti. Fettuccine alfredo with jumbo shrimp. Made fresh, every night.
Every Wednesday at Vincenzo, all wines by the glass are half price. Pair a glass of Montepulciano with your pappardelle ragu. Try a crisp Pinot Grigio alongside your Chilean sea bass. The wine list runs deep with Italian and California selections, and the half-price deal makes exploring it even better.
Beyond Wine Down Wednesday, happy hour is available Monday all night and Tuesday through Friday from 5 to 7 PM. The prices are simple: $4 bottled beers, $7 wines by the glass, $10 cocktails. The Negroni is textbook. The Aperol Spritz is refreshing after a hot Orlando day. The Espresso Martini is the nightcap you did not know you needed.
For private events, the Amalfi Room provides a dedicated space for 15 to 50 guests — ideal for birthday dinners, rehearsal dinners, or group celebrations. Full restaurant buyouts accommodate 150 or more.
Planning something special during your Stella Nova stay? Call (407) 745-4030 and the team will build a custom menu and event plan for your group.
This place is a hidden gem on I-Drive. Not a chain, not overpriced tourist food. Real Italian with real heart. The tiramisu alone is worth the trip.
David, Atlanta • TripAdvisor
Made the Way It Should Be
Homemade lasagna. Meatballs with San Marzano sauce. The Italian food you remember, done right.
Universal's new resorts offer dining options, but they are designed for convenience, not culinary depth. Vincenzo exists for travelers who want more than that — who want to sit down at a real restaurant with a real kitchen and a family behind it.
The menu covers every craving: handmade pasta, prime steaks, fresh seafood, chicken parmigiana, gnocchi, risotto, homemade desserts. The kids menu keeps little ones happy. The cocktail program keeps adults coming back.
OpenTable reservations recommended. Walk-ins welcome. Complimentary valet. Open every night, 5 to 10 PM.
Vincenzo is approximately 5 to 8 minutes by car from Universal's Stella Nova Resort. The restaurant is at 8255 International Drive at ICON Park.
Absolutely. There is no dress code at Vincenzo. Shorts, sandals, and casual resort wear are all welcome. The vibe is upscale but comfortable.
Guest favorites include the lobster ravioli, scallop risotto, homemade gnocchi, chicken parmigiana, and the filet mignon. The tiramisu is a must for dessert.
Vincenzo offers complimentary valet parking every evening. No need to worry about finding a spot on International Drive.
Yes. The kids menu is $13 and includes a beverage. Options include spaghetti and meatballs, chicken tenders, fettuccine alfredo, cheese ravioli, pizza, and filet tips.
Yes. Full bar with Italian and California wines, craft cocktails including Negroni, Aperol Spritz, and Espresso Martini, plus beer. Happy hour Monday all night, Tue-Fri 5-7 PM.
Yes. The Amalfi Room hosts 15 to 50 guests for private events. Full restaurant buyouts are available for 150 or more. Call (407) 745-4030.
Every Wednesday, all wines by the glass are half price all evening. It is one of the best wine deals on International Drive.
Book through OpenTable online or call (407) 745-4030. Walk-ins are welcome but reservations are recommended on weekends.
Handmade pasta, craft cocktails, complimentary valet. Open nightly 5 to 10 PM.
Vincenzo Cucina Italiana is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or connected to Universal Destinations & Experiences, Stella Nova Resort, or any Universal Orlando Resort properties. Please verify travel time from your hotel.