4,000+ reviews · Google 4.5 · OpenTable 4.7 · TripAdvisor 4.3
After a long convention day, skip the hotel lobby bar. Real Italian awaits on I-Drive.
4,000+ reviews · Google 4.5 · OpenTable 4.7 · TripAdvisor 4.3
“We drove 30 minutes because of the reviews and it was completely worth it. The ribeye was one of the best steaks I have had in Florida.”
Chris M., Tampa • TripAdvisor
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
If you're staying at Homewood Suites Convention Center and want a full-service restaurant for dinner, Vincenzo Cucina Italiana is only 0.8 miles away. This locally owned Italian restaurant at ICON Park has been welcoming Orlando visitors since 2014, offering a comfortable alternative to eating at your hotel every evening. The dining room has an upscale appearance without the formal atmosphere, making it suitable for business travelers and families alike. You'll find Vincenzo directly across from the Orlando StarFlyer on International Drive.
Guests who have spent the day at a convention or exploring Orlando can sit down to a freshly prepared Italian dinner. Popular choices include homemade pasta, chicken Marsala, lobster ravioli, fresh seafood, and USDA Prime steaks. The restaurant also offers a full bar with cocktails and wines, while younger guests can order from the $13 kids menu with a beverage included. No special clothing is required, so families can come straight from their day's activities.
Vincenzo opens every evening at 5 PM and continues dinner service until 10 PM, allowing guests to plan around their own schedules. Complimentary valet parking is provided, which is useful for Homewood Suites visitors who have a vehicle. Those visiting during the week can enjoy Happy Hour specials, including half off wines by the glass on Wine Down Wednesday. For extended families or business teams staying at the hotel, the Amalfi Room can accommodate private dinners for 15–50 guests.
Where Every Plate Tells a Story
Hand-rolled gnocchi, slow-simmered sauces, steaks cut fresh daily. Real Italian cooking.
Vincenzo opened in 2014 when the Navarra Group, backed by over thirty years of hospitality experience, decided International Drive needed an Italian restaurant that did things properly. No shortcuts, no frozen ingredients, no corporate playbook.
That decision has yielded 4,000+ reviews on Google, OpenTable, and TripAdvisor. Suite-hotel guests praise the homestyle warmth. Convention attendees praise the professional service. Both praise the food — because it is the same excellent quality every night.
The Amalfi Room offers private dining for 15 to 50 with AV equipment and tailored Italian menus. Full buyouts accommodate up to 150 guests. More than 1,500 events have been hosted — many for convention groups who discovered Vincenzo during OCCC shows.
In a corridor where chain restaurants recycle the same menus nationwide, Vincenzo stands out as a restaurant built by a family that treats every evening as an opportunity to prove themselves.
We found Vincenzo on our last night and wished we had come the first night. The lobster ravioli is the best I have ever had. Period.
Karen & Bill, Philadelphia • Google
Black Angus from Creekstone Farms
Hand-cut, cooked to order, served with truffle butter and fresh sides every evening.
From Homewood Suites near the Convention Center, Vincenzo at ICON Park is roughly five to eight minutes by car along International Drive. The route is direct — no highways, no tolls, one road.
Complimentary valet runs nightly. Pull up to ICON Park, step out, and the team parks the car. No convention center parking decks to navigate afterward.
ICON Park anchors the entertainment stretch of International Drive, featuring The Wheel, StarFlyer, and a variety of dining and retail options. Vincenzo's position at the heart of ICON Park makes it accessible from any direction on I-Drive.
Homewood Suites guests find the trip so short that many make Vincenzo their default dinner spot for the duration of their convention stay.
We live in Orlando and this is our go-to for date night. The bar scene is great early, then the dining room fills up with happy families. Love the energy.
Jessica & Matt, Dr. Phillips • TripAdvisor
Dishes That Define Vincenzo
Ossobuco over saffron risotto. Lobster ravioli in cream sauce. The plates that built our reputation.
After a day of convention panels and networking, Vincenzo's bar provides the ideal transition. Start with an Aperol Spritz while the kitchen prepares your table. Work through a Negroni between courses. Finish with an Espresso Martini alongside the tiramisu. The wine list spans Italian reds and California whites.
Happy hour pricing: Monday all night, Tuesday through Friday 5 to 7 PM — $4 bottled beers, $7 wines, $10 cocktails. Wine Down Wednesday offers half-price wines by the glass for the full evening.
The Amalfi Room hosts private events for 15 to 50 with AV support and custom menus. Full restaurant buyouts serve up to 150. Complimentary valet and dedicated event coordination come standard.
Having hosted over 1,500 events, the Vincenzo team understands convention dining — tight timelines, varying dietary needs, and the importance of getting every detail right.
Best Italian food we have had in years. The meatballs polenta appetizer could be a meal on its own. Rich, hearty, and made with love.
Paul & Jackie, Cleveland • TripAdvisor
Italian Tradition, Orlando Location
Spaghetti and meatballs. Chicken parmigiana. Lasagna. The dishes you grew up loving, made from scratch.
Homewood Suites convention guests who discover Vincenzo return every trip. The scratch-made Italian food, the professional service, and the family's personal investment in every evening make it the clear standout on the convention corridor.
Kids eat for $13 with a drink. No dress code — business casual, conference attire, or park clothes all work. Walk-ins accepted nightly. OpenTable reservations take seconds.
Vincenzo is the convention guest's secret weapon: a family-owned Italian restaurant that delivers a memorable meal without requiring a plan, a dress code, or a long drive.
Dinner Near Homewood Suites Convention Center
Vincenzo Cucina Italiana is 1.8 miles from the Orange County Convention Center on International Drive at ICON Park. Family-owned since 2014 by the Navarra Group. Over 4,000 reviews, handmade Italian from a scratch kitchen, USDA Prime steaks, fresh seafood, and craft cocktails. Private Amalfi Room for groups of 15–50, or full restaurant buyout up to 150. Open nightly 5–10 PM with complimentary valet and no dress code.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Restaurant | Vincenzo Cucina Italiana |
| Distance from Orange County Convention Center | 1.8 miles — about 5 minutes by car via International Drive |
| Location | 8255 International Drive, Suite 112, Orlando, FL 32819 — at ICON Park |
| Nearest Landmark | Directly across from the Orlando StarFlyer at ICON Park |
| Cuisine | Italian — handmade pasta, USDA Prime steaks, seafood, craft cocktails |
| Private Dining | Amalfi Room seats 15–50 with 65-inch TV — full buyout up to 150 |
| Hours | Open nightly 5 PM – 10 PM — private luncheons by arrangement |
| Happy Hour | $4 beer, $7 wine, $10 cocktails — Mon all night, Tue–Fri 5–7 PM |
| Parking | Complimentary valet every evening |
| Dress Code | No dress code — business casual to casual welcome |
Vincenzo Cucina Italiana is 1.8 miles from the Orange County Convention Center on International Drive at ICON Park. Locally owned since 2014 with over 4,000 reviews. Convention attendees choose Vincenzo for the proximity, handmade Italian from a scratch kitchen, USDA Prime steaks, private group dining in the Amalfi Room, happy hour, and complimentary valet. Open nightly 5–10 PM. No dress code.
Vincenzo is about 5 Min from Homewood Suites Convention Center. 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.
Yes. Show your Epic Universe theme park ticket and receive 10% off your dinner. Valid for dine-in guests during your visit.
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.
Book through OpenTable online or call (407) 745-4030 directly. Same-day reservations are often available. Walk-ins are also welcome every night from 5 PM to 10 PM.
Guest favorites include the homemade gnocchi, lobster ravioli, chicken parmigiana, filet mignon, and ossobuco. The tiramisu is the most popular dessert. Every dish is made from scratch nightly.
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.