4,000+ reviews · Google 4.5 · OpenTable 4.7 · TripAdvisor 4.3
SeaWorld to Italian dinner in minutes. Handmade pasta, Prime steaks, craft cocktails.
4,000+ reviews · Google 4.5 · OpenTable 4.7 · TripAdvisor 4.3
“I am a chef and I pay attention to details. The gnocchi here is lighter than most restaurants manage. The pomodoro is simple and perfect. Well done.”
Carlos R., Los Angeles • Google
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
Extended-stay guests at Residence Inn know their kitchenette well by the third night. Vincenzo Cucina Italiana on International Drive offers the perfect reset — an evening of handcrafted Italian food where someone else does the cooking, and does it exceptionally well.
Appetizers include the bruschetta trio with roasted tomato, olive tapenade, and whipped ricotta, the beef carpaccio with arugula and truffle oil, and the baked stuffed mushrooms with Italian sausage and mozzarella. Entrees feature the pappardelle with braised short rib in red wine reduction, the salmon oreganata with herb crust and lemon, and the chicken Francese dipped in egg batter and finished in a lemon-butter sauce.
The steak menu is exclusively Creekstone Farms USDA Prime Black Angus. The filet arrives with truffle butter and broccolini. The NY strip weighs fourteen ounces with a garlic herb sear. The bone-in ribeye at twenty ounces is designed for serious steak dinners.
Everything at Vincenzo is made on premises — the pasta, the bread, the sauces, the desserts. After several nights of hotel cooking, the difference between scratch-made and store-bought becomes impossible to miss.
Made Fresh Every Evening
Handmade pasta, risotto stirred to order, and sauces simmered for hours. That is the Vincenzo standard.
The Navarra Group launched Vincenzo on International Drive in 2014, drawing on over thirty years of hospitality experience. Their approach was to build a restaurant where families and travelers could eat genuine Italian food in a comfortable setting — no pretension, no gimmicks, just quality.
That mission has earned over 4,000 reviews across Google, OpenTable, and TripAdvisor. Families on extended stays particularly appreciate the warm atmosphere and the fact that kids ten and under get their own menu starting at $13.
The Amalfi Room hosts private events for 15 to 50 guests, with AV capabilities and custom Italian menus. Full restaurant buyouts extend to 150 guests for larger gatherings. More than 1,500 events have been hosted.
Vincenzo is the kind of restaurant that extended-stay guests bookmark on their first visit and return to multiple times during a trip.
My husband ordered the filet and said it was better than most restaurants. I had the gnocchi and it was pillowy perfection. We are coming back.
Angela T., Nashville • Google
Black Angus from Creekstone Farms
Hand-cut, cooked to order, served with truffle butter and fresh sides every evening.
From Residence Inn near SeaWorld, Vincenzo at ICON Park is roughly five to eight minutes north on International Drive. The drive is entirely on I-Drive — no highway transitions, no toll roads.
Complimentary valet parking runs every evening. No need to hunt for parking at ICON Park — pull up, step out, and the valet handles the rest.
ICON Park sits at the center of International Drive's dining and entertainment district. The Orlando Eye, StarFlyer, and a range of shops and restaurants surround Vincenzo, making the area worth exploring before or after dinner.
SeaWorld-area guests find Vincenzo conveniently positioned — close enough for a spontaneous dinner, far enough from the park to feel like a genuine escape.
My kids begged to come back the next night. The pizza was perfect for them and I got to enjoy the best Negroni I have had outside of Italy.
Emily & Scott, Portland • TripAdvisor
Dishes Worth Dressing Up For
Lobster ravioli. Filet mignon with truffle butter. Pan-seared sea bass. All prepared to order.
Vincenzo's full bar serves as a welcome change from hotel lobby drinks. The Negroni is built properly with quality gin and Campari. The Espresso Martini delivers real espresso flavor. The Aperol Spritz hits the right notes of bitter and bright. The wine program covers Italian and California selections.
Happy hour is Monday all night, Tuesday through Friday 5 to 7 PM: $4 beers, $7 wines, $10 cocktails. Wednesday brings half-price wines by the glass all evening — a deal that brings repeat visits from extended-stay guests.
Private dining in the Amalfi Room seats 15 to 50 with AV support and custom menus. Full buyouts go up to 150 guests. Complimentary valet comes standard for all private events.
With 1,500+ events under their belt, the Vincenzo team handles everything from small family celebrations to corporate group dinners with confidence and warmth.
We came straight from the parks with three kids still in park clothes. They didn’t bat an eye. The pasta was incredible and valet made it so easy. Best dinner of our trip.
The Morrison Family, Connecticut · Google
Italian the Way Nonna Made It
Lasagna layered with bolognese and bechamel. Meatballs in San Marzano sauce. The classics, done properly.
Residence Inn families who discover Vincenzo during an extended Orlando stay find themselves coming back for seconds — and thirds. The scratch-made Italian, the relaxed atmosphere, and the family-friendly approach make it a natural fit for longer trips.
Kids eat for $13 with a drink. No dress code means you can come straight from the pool or the parks. Walk-ins are accepted nightly, and OpenTable reservations take thirty seconds.
Vincenzo is the antidote to hotel room meals — a proper dinner out that feels special without requiring a special occasion. Upscale ambiance, casual welcome, real Italian food.
Vincenzo is about 8-10 Min from Residence Inn 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.
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.
Yes. You can 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 always welcome.
Absolutely. Kids 10 and under have their own menu starting at $13 with a beverage included. The atmosphere is relaxed and comfortable. No dress code — vacation clothes, strollers, and families are all 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.