4,000+ reviews · Google 4.5 · OpenTable 4.7 · TripAdvisor 4.3
Ritz-Carlton guests seeking exceptional Italian dining. Vincenzo on I-Drive delivers.
4,000+ reviews · Google 4.5 · OpenTable 4.7 · TripAdvisor 4.3
“We took our parents here for their anniversary. They grew up eating Italian in Newark. They said this was the closest they have felt to home in years.”
Maria & Frank, Fort Lauderdale • OpenTable
The Menu
Housemade pasta, steaks, seafood, chicken parmigiana, lasagna, cocktails, wine, desserts, and a kids menu — all served in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.
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Ritz-Carlton Orlando guests are accustomed to luxury dining, and Vincenzo meets those expectations without the pretension. This is a family-owned Italian restaurant where the food is made from scratch every night and the hospitality is genuine — not scripted.
The scallop risotto, stirred to order with truffle and parmigiano, topped with jumbo sea scallops and caramelized shallots, is a dish that rivals any fine-dining Italian restaurant in Orlando. The short rib pappardelle — shredded beef in marsala cream with wild mushrooms and truffle — is comfort food elevated to an art form.
The Florida black grouper with crab risotto, jumbo shrimp, and citrus beurre blanc showcases local seafood prepared with Italian technique. The Faroe Island salmon with honey glaze is hormone-free and sustainably sourced.
Vincenzo does not try to be something it is not. It is a casual Italian restaurant that happens to cook at an exceptional level. That honesty is what brings luxury hotel guests back.
Where Every Plate Tells a Story
Hand-rolled gnocchi, slow-simmered sauces, steaks cut fresh daily. Real Italian cooking.
Family ownership is not just a tagline at Vincenzo — it defines how the restaurant operates. The Navarra Group has been in the hospitality business for over 30 years, and they opened Vincenzo on International Drive in 2014 with the belief that Orlando deserved a genuine Italian restaurant, not another tourist-area imitation.
That commitment shows in the kitchen (every dish cooked to order, every pasta handmade, every steak hand-cut from Prime Creekstone Farms beef), in the dining room (servers who learn names, hosts who accommodate last-minute walk-ins), and in the details (complimentary valet, kids menu at $13, gluten-free and vegetarian options available).
For private events, the Amalfi Room seats 15 to 50 guests with custom menus and AV support. Full restaurant buyouts accommodate up to 150 for large celebrations, corporate dinners, or milestone events.
With 4,000+ reviews and a decade of service, Vincenzo has become the Italian restaurant that Orlando trusts.
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
Black Angus from Creekstone Farms
Hand-cut, cooked to order, served with truffle butter and fresh sides every evening.
The drive from Ritz-Carlton Orlando to Vincenzo takes about 12-15 Min via International Drive. It is a short journey from the resort world to a family-owned Italian restaurant that Grande Lakes guests find surprisingly refreshing.
Vincenzo sits at ICON Park at 8255 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819. Complimentary valet parking is available every evening — a detail that luxury hotel guests appreciate and that most I-Drive restaurants do not offer.
The International Drive dining scene offers a more relaxed, more personal alternative to resort restaurants. The prices are fair, the atmosphere is welcoming, and the food at Vincenzo is made entirely from scratch every night.
For guests who prefer not to drive, a rideshare from the resort area to ICON Park takes the same 12-15 Min and is a convenient option. The return trip is easy — International Drive is well-connected to the Grande Lakes area.
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
Dishes That Define Vincenzo
Ossobuco over saffron risotto. Lobster ravioli in cream sauce. The plates that built our reputation.
Vincenzo's full bar is stocked for more than just wine with dinner. The Espresso Martini is a guest favorite, and the Aperol Spritz delivers a refreshing Italian aperitif that pairs perfectly with bruschetta or a cheese board.
Happy hour runs Monday all night and Tuesday through Friday from 5 to 7 PM. Prices drop to $4 for bottled beer, $7 for wine by the glass, and $10 for cocktails. On Wine Down Wednesdays, every glass of wine is half off all night.
Bring the group after your day out. Pull a few tables together, order appetizers family-style, and let the bartender mix a round of Negronis. That is how Vincenzo nights are meant to go.
For larger gatherings, ask about semi-private dining or the Amalfi Room. Custom menus and group accommodations are available for everything from birthday dinners to post-conference celebrations.
We stayed nearby and walked over for dinner. Best decision of the trip. The scallop risotto was restaurant-of-the-year good.
Steve & Maria, Denver • TripAdvisor
Italian Tradition, Orlando Location
Spaghetti and meatballs. Chicken parmigiana. Lasagna. The dishes you grew up loving, made from scratch.
The reason Ritz-Carlton Orlando guests keep choosing Vincenzo is simple: the food is excellent, the atmosphere is welcoming, and the experience feels personal. In a corridor full of corporate-owned restaurants, that combination is rare.
Come in shorts and flip-flops after the parks. Come in cocktail attire for date night. Come with kids. Come with clients. Come alone and sit at the bar. Vincenzo accommodates all of it without making anyone feel out of place.
A decade of service, 4,000+ reviews, and a family that still cares about every plate — that is what makes Vincenzo different, and that is why guests come back.
Vincenzo is about 12-15 Min from Ritz-Carlton Orlando. 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. The Amalfi Room accommodates 15 to 50 guests for private events. Full restaurant buyouts are available for parties up to 150. Custom Italian menus, AV support, and complimentary valet are included.
Vincenzo has a full bar with handcrafted cocktails including Negronis, Aperol Spritzes, Espresso Martinis, and classic martinis. The wine list features Italian and California selections. Happy hour runs Monday all night and Tuesday through Friday 5 to 7 PM.
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.