4,000+ reviews · Google 4.5 · OpenTable 4.7 · TripAdvisor 4.3
Convention Center area to ICON Park. Real Italian dinner, short drive, free valet.
4,000+ reviews · Google 4.5 · OpenTable 4.7 · TripAdvisor 4.3
“The Amalfi Room was perfect for our corporate dinner. 30 guests, custom menu, AV setup, and the food was the star of the evening. Every attendee raved about it.”
Michael D., Atlanta • 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
Looking for dinner near Tru by Hilton Convention Center? Vincenzo Cucina Italiana is just 0.6 miles from the hotel, making it one of the nearby options for guests who want authentic Italian food without traveling across Orlando. Located at ICON Park on International Drive, this locally owned restaurant has served visitors and Orlando residents since 2014. You'll find Vincenzo directly across from the Orlando StarFlyer, making it easy to locate in the busy entertainment district.
The restaurant offers a complete dinner menu featuring homemade pasta, Italian classics, fresh seafood, and USDA Prime steaks. Guests can enjoy a full meal with wine or cocktails from the bar, while families have a $13 children's menu that includes a beverage for kids ages 10 and under. Vincenzo has an elegant dining room but remains casual, so Tru by Hilton guests don't need to dress up for dinner. With over 4,000 online reviews, it's an established option for travelers looking beyond the usual hotel-area chains.
Dinner service runs every evening from 5–10 PM, allowing hotel guests to visit after conventions, sightseeing, or other Orlando activities. Complimentary valet parking is available at ICON Park for those who drive. Happy Hour runs all evening Monday and from 5–7 PM Tuesday through Friday, offering specials on bottled beer, wine, cocktails, and select appetizers. The nearby location also makes Vincenzo a useful meeting place for colleagues or friends staying at different hotels around the convention center.
A Scratch Kitchen on I-Drive
Every dish at Vincenzo is cooked to order. Fresh pasta, Prime steaks, seafood — no shortcuts.
Vincenzo was born in 2014 when the Navarra Group chose International Drive as the home for their family's Italian restaurant. Backed by more than three decades of hospitality experience, they built a kitchen focused on quality ingredients and traditional preparation — no corporate playbook, no franchise formula.
That approach has generated over 4,000 reviews across Google, OpenTable, and TripAdvisor. Young travelers, convention crowds, families, and locals all leave the same verdict: this is the Italian restaurant I-Drive needed.
Private dining in the Amalfi Room serves 15 to 50 guests with AV equipment, custom Italian menus, and dedicated coordination. Restaurant buyouts extend to 150. Over 1,500 events have been executed with the same care as a regular Tuesday night dinner.
The Navarra family proves nightly that independent, family-run restaurants can thrive on one of Orlando's busiest commercial strips — when the food and service earn it.
Brought the whole family after SeaWorld. The kids loved the chicken tenders and we loved the wine selection. Valet was a game changer.
The Santiago Family, Miami • OpenTable
Black Angus from Creekstone Farms
Hand-cut, cooked to order, served with truffle butter and fresh sides every evening.
Vincenzo at ICON Park is about five to eight minutes from Tru by Hilton near the Convention Center. The entire drive stays on International Drive — straight, simple, and free of highway exits.
Complimentary valet runs nightly. Pull up, leave the car, walk inside. No parking garages, no payment kiosks, no laps around a lot looking for a spot.
ICON Park is the entertainment hub of central International Drive, featuring The Wheel, StarFlyer, dining, and shopping. Vincenzo is situated within this complex, making it an easy destination from any Convention Center area hotel.
Tru by Hilton guests who grab a rideshare or drive themselves find the trip barely registers — and the complimentary valet at the other end makes arrival seamless.
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
Dishes That Earn the Reviews
Chicken parm. Gnocchi. Lobster ravioli. These are the dishes that generate 4,000+ reviews.
Vincenzo's bar mixes classic Italian cocktails and American craft drinks with equal skill. The Aperol Spritz arrives properly proportioned. The Espresso Martini packs genuine espresso punch. The Negroni is bitter, balanced, and built correctly. The wine list spans Italian regions and California appellations.
Happy hour pricing applies Monday all night and Tuesday through Friday from 5 to 7 PM. Beers at $4, wines at $7, cocktails at $10. Wine Down Wednesday slashes all glass wines to half price for the entire evening.
The Amalfi Room is available for private events of 15 to 50 guests, with AV and custom menus. Full buyouts handle up to 150. Complimentary valet is included for all events.
After hosting over 1,500 private events, the Vincenzo team treats every gathering — from a birthday table of eight to a buyout of a hundred — with the same level of preparation and care.
My daughter is gluten-free and they accommodated her without missing a beat. The salmon was incredible. This is how restaurants should treat dietary needs.
The Jacobs Family, Minneapolis • OpenTable
Recipes That Travel Through Generations
Lasagna with bechamel. Meatballs in San Marzano sauce. Italian food the way it was meant to taste.
Tru by Hilton travelers tend to explore beyond their hotel by design, and Vincenzo rewards that exploration with a dinner that outclasses nearly every restaurant on the I-Drive strip. Real Italian, real kitchen, real family behind the operation.
Kids' menu at $13 with a drink. Full bar for adults. No dress code — vacation outfits, athletic wear, or a button-down all work here. Walk-ins are welcome seven nights a week.
Vincenzo offers the kind of dinner that makes a budget-smart trip feel luxurious. Upscale vibes, relaxed energy, and food good enough to be the highlight of any Orlando visit.
Dinner Near Tru by Hilton 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 Tru by Hilton 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.
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.