4,000+ reviews · Google 4.5 · OpenTable 4.7 · TripAdvisor 4.3
After the dolphins and coasters, sit down to something real. Italian near SeaWorld.
4,000+ reviews · Google 4.5 · OpenTable 4.7 · TripAdvisor 4.3
“Delicious calamari, butternut squash ravioli and tiramisu did not disappoint! We had a great first time experience.”
Jill, Orlando · 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
Holiday Inn Express & Suites Orlando at SeaWorld provides a practical hotel choice for families who want to stay close to the attractions while keeping their vacation arrangements straightforward. Guests may start the day with the hotel’s included breakfast before heading to SeaWorld, Aquatica, or other Orlando destinations.
By evening, many travelers are ready for a restaurant with a more varied menu than a quick-service meal. Vincenzo Cucina Italiana offers Italian food in a comfortable, family-owned setting where parents and children can enjoy dinner together.
Chicken parmigiana offers a familiar Italian-American entrée. Honey-glazed salmon provides a seafood alternative with contrasting sweet and savory flavors. Nutella cheesecake adds a rich chocolate-hazelnut dessert. Children ages 10 and under can also choose from Vincenzo’s separate $13 kids menu, which includes a beverage.
These selections make evening dining outside the hotel both convenient and enjoyable for the whole family.
Handmade Pasta & Italian Classics
Every dish is made from scratch, every night. This is what dinner at Vincenzo looks like.
Behind every dish at Vincenzo is a family with over thirty years of restaurant experience. The Navarra Group opened this restaurant in 2014 and has spent the past decade proving that International Drive can support an independent Italian restaurant that competes with — and often surpasses — the best in Orlando.
With 4,000+ reviews across major platforms, the track record is established. But what makes Vincenzo endure is not the review count — it is the consistency. Guests who came in 2015 come back in 2026 and find the same quality, the same warmth, and the same commitment to doing things the right way.
The Amalfi Room handles private dining for 15 to 50 guests, and full buyouts accommodate groups of up to 150. Custom menus, AV equipment, and event coordination are all included. More than 1,500 events have been hosted to date.
Vincenzo is the rare restaurant on International Drive that was built to last — and has.
We are locals who eat out weekly. Vincenzo is consistently our best meal. The salmon is hormone-free, the pasta is handmade, and the bar program is legit.
Andrea & Tom, Winter Park • Google
Black Angus from Creekstone Farms
Hand-cut, cooked to order, served with truffle butter and fresh sides every evening.
Vincenzo sits at ICON Park on International Drive, about 8-10 Min from Holiday Inn Express SeaWorld. The drive is straightforward — no highway merges, no confusing exits — just a quick trip along one of Orlando's most familiar roads.
The Orlando Eye is nearby, and complimentary evening valet parking is available.
Family-owned since 2014 by the Navarra Group. Over 33 years of hospitality experience and more than 4,000 guest reviews.
No dress code. $13 kids menu with beverage. Open nightly 5–10 PM.
Came here after reading the reviews and they were all accurate. The chicken marsala was tender, the mushroom sauce was incredible. Very happy we found this place.
The Chen Family, Vancouver • Google
The Dishes People Come Back For
Chicken parmigiana with spaghetti. Fettuccine alfredo with jumbo shrimp. Made fresh, every night.
Beyond the kitchen, Vincenzo's bar program has become a destination in its own right. The bartenders craft classic Negronis, Aperol Spritzes, and Espresso Martinis with care, and the wine list features both Italian and California selections that complement the menu beautifully.
Happy hour is available Monday all night and Tuesday through Friday from 5 to 7 PM: $4 bottled beers, $7 house wines, $10 cocktails. Wine Down Wednesday takes it further with half-price wines by the glass all night. These specials draw locals and hotel guests alike.
Private dining in the Amalfi Room seats 15 to 50 guests for rehearsal dinners, birthday celebrations, corporate events, and family gatherings. Full restaurant buyouts accommodate up to 150. Every event includes custom Italian menus, AV capabilities, and complimentary valet.
Vincenzo has hosted more than 1,500 events. The team knows how to handle groups of every size without losing the personal touch that makes each evening feel special.
Romantic atmosphere without being stuffy. Great wine list. The sea bass was cooked perfectly. This is our new go-to Italian spot.
Amanda & Jake, Pittsburgh • Google
Made the Way It Should Be
Homemade lasagna. Meatballs with San Marzano sauce. The Italian food you remember, done right.
Holiday Inn Express SeaWorld guests who eat at Vincenzo always say the same thing: this was the best dinner of our trip. It happens because the Navarra family runs this restaurant like their reputation depends on every plate — because it does.
Kids eat well for $13. Adults enjoy handmade Italian food and craft cocktails. Nobody has to dress up. Nobody has to make reservations weeks in advance. Walk-ins are welcome every night.
Vincenzo is casual Italian done right. Upscale vibes, casual comfort, and food that makes you plan your next visit before you have finished the first.
Find Us
Vincenzo Cucina Italiana is approximately 4.5 miles from Holiday Inn Express SeaWorld, about a 15-minute drive via International Drive. Located at ICON Park, directly across from the Orlando StarFlyer and steps from The Wheel at ICON Park (Orlando Eye). Family-owned since 2014, open nightly 5–10 PM with complimentary valet, no dress code, and 4,000+ reviews across Google, OpenTable, Yelp, and TripAdvisor.
| Landmark | Distance from Vincenzo |
|---|---|
| The Wheel at ICON Park (Orlando Eye) | Walking distance — same complex |
| Orlando StarFlyer | Directly across the street |
| Holiday Inn Express SeaWorld | ~4.5 miles / 15-minute drive |
| Orange County Convention Center (OCCC) | 1.8 miles / 5-minute drive |
| Aquatica Orlando | 2.9 miles |
| Epic Universe | 2.5 miles |
| SeaWorld Orlando | 3.3 miles |
| Universal Studios & Islands of Adventure | 3.4 miles |
| Orlando International Airport (MCO) | 13.4 miles |
| Parking | Complimentary valet every evening |
| Dress Code | No dress code — casual attire welcome |
Vincenzo is approximately 4.5 miles and 15 minutes from Holiday Inn Express SeaWorld. The restaurant is at ICON Park on International Drive, 8255 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819. Complimentary valet parking is available every evening.
Yes. Book on OpenTable or call (407) 745-4030 any time, even last minute. We are open 7 days a week from 5 PM to 10 PM. Walk-ins are welcome too.
Yes. We welcome families every night. Kids 10 and under have their own menu starting at $13. The atmosphere is comfortable and relaxed, not stuffy.
Casual to smart casual. You are welcome to come straight from the parks. No dress code enforced, but many guests enjoy dressing up a bit for dinner.
Yes. Complimentary valet parking every evening. Just pull up and we take care of the rest.
Yes. Happy hour Monday all night, Tuesday through Friday 5 to 7 PM. Wine Down Wednesday offers half-price wines by the glass all night.
Yes. Complimentary valet parking is available every evening. Just pull up to the ICON Park entrance and the valet team takes care of the rest. No fees, no garage, no hassle.
Yes. Vincenzo is open 7 days a week from 5 PM to 10 PM. No lunch service. Dinner only. Reservations are available through OpenTable or by calling (407) 745-4030. Walk-ins are welcome.
Handmade pasta, craft cocktails, complimentary valet. Open nightly 5 to 10 PM.
Vincenzo Cucina Italiana is a family-owned Italian restaurant on International Drive, open since 2014. Menu items and prices subject to change. Reservations recommended.