4,000+ reviews · Google 4.5 · OpenTable 4.7 · TripAdvisor 4.3
Endless Summer Dockside to handmade Italian at ICON Park. 3.5 Mi / 12 Min. Free valet, no dress code, open nightly 5-10 PM.
4,000+ reviews · Google 4.5 · OpenTable 4.7 · TripAdvisor 4.3
“Another great dinner. Francisco was our server and he’s exceptional. The hospitality, food and pacing was just perfect.”
Renee, 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
Universal Endless Summer Resort – Dockside Inn and Suites combines coastal-inspired surroundings with value-focused rooms and spacious suite options for families and larger travel parties. When several people are sharing accommodations, planning dinner somewhere outside the hotel can provide a welcome opportunity to gather without preparing food or relying on quick-service meals.
Vincenzo Cucina Italiana offers full-service Italian dining in a relaxed environment where vacation groups can explore different appetizers, pasta dishes, and entrées. Dockside guests who have eligible Universal Studios tickets can present them for 10% off food during their visit.
Chicken Marsala provides a savory Italian entrée featuring tender chicken with mushrooms and a rich Marsala sauce. Gnocchi offers a comforting pasta alternative, with soft potato dumplings and traditional Italian flavors. Nutella cheesecake adds a chocolate-hazelnut dessert for guests interested in a sweet ending.
With both familiar and more distinctive choices available, Dockside visitors can enjoy a dinner that suits different appetites without splitting up their group.
Handmade Pasta & Italian Classics
Every dish is made from scratch, every night. This is what dinner at Vincenzo looks like.
Vincenzo is approximately 3.5 miles from the Dockside Inn and Suites area, with a drive of about 12 minutes toward Universal Boulevard and International Drive. Navigate to ICON Park, where the Orlando Eye marks the surrounding entertainment district and the StarFlyer stands immediately across from the restaurant.
Free evening valet parking is offered at 8255 International Drive, Suite 112, simplifying arrival for groups traveling together.
The Navarra Group has owned and operated Vincenzo since 2014. Over 33 years of hospitality experience and more than 4,000 guest reviews.
No dress code. Casual attire welcome. Universal Studios ticket = 10% off food, dine-in only.
Hands down the best Italian spot in Orlando. The service was impeccable, the food was absolutely incredible. The lobster ravioli was out of this world.
Jennifer, Orlando • OpenTable
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, a quick drive south from Endless Summer Dockside near Universal Boulevard. You will not hit much traffic heading down I-Drive in the evening, and the complimentary valet means you do not have to circle a parking lot after a long day.
Once you leave the theme park bubble, the drive to ICON Park feels like a natural extension of the night. The wheel is lit up, the area is walkable, and Vincenzo is right there waiting with a table and a cold drink.
Come in shorts, park gear, sandals — it does not matter. Vincenzo has the warmth of a neighborhood Italian spot but sits right in the middle of Orlando's busiest corridor. That combination is rare, and Dockside guests appreciate it.
Skip the hotel food court. Skip the chains. A short drive gets you a real Italian dinner at a restaurant that has been welcoming Universal visitors since 2014.
We came after Universal Studios and it was the perfect way to end the day. The gnocchi was unreal and the valet made everything so easy.
Mike & Sarah, New Jersey • Google
The Dishes People Come Back For
Chicken parmigiana with spaghetti. Fettuccine alfredo with jumbo shrimp. Made fresh, every night.
After the kids are fed and the pace of the day finally slows down, the full bar at Vincenzo is where Dockside parents recharge. An Aperol Spritz, a glass of Italian red, or an Espresso Martini — the drink list is built for unwinding after a theme park day.
Happy Hour runs Monday all night and Tuesday through Friday from 5 to 7 PM. That means $4 bottled beers, $7 wines by the glass, and $10 cocktails right when you arrive for dinner. Wednesday is Wine Down Wednesday with half-off glasses all night long.
If your Dockside group is big enough for a private event, Vincenzo has the Amalfi Room that seats 15 to 50 guests with custom Italian menus, AV equipment, and complimentary valet. Full restaurant buyouts are available for parties over 150.
Whether it is a casual family dinner after Universal or a birthday celebration during vacation, Vincenzo handles both without breaking a sweat. The staff has hosted over 1,500 events and knows how to make a night feel special without making it complicated.
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
Made the Way It Should Be
Homemade lasagna. Meatballs with San Marzano sauce. The Italian food you remember, done right.
Dockside guests choose Vincenzo because the hotel food options run out fast. After two or three nights of quick-service meals and takeout, a sit-down Italian dinner with real ingredients and a full bar changes everything.
No dress code. No attitude. Kids in strollers, couples on date night, grandparents treating the family — everyone fits at Vincenzo. Wear your park clothes. Nobody will bat an eye.
That is the reason Endless Summer Dockside guests keep recommending this place: it feels like a real restaurant that happens to be right on I-Drive, run by a real family, serving food that tastes like it belongs on a plate in Italy.
Dinner Near Dockside Inn Universal
Vincenzo Cucina Italiana is 3.5 miles from Universal Studios Florida on International Drive at ICON Park — directly across from the Orlando StarFlyer. 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. Open nightly 5–10 PM with complimentary valet, no dress code, and a $13 kids menu.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Restaurant | Vincenzo Cucina Italiana |
| Distance from Universal Studios | 3.5 miles — about 12 minutes by car |
| 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 |
| Universal Studios Ticket Discount | 10% off dinner with a valid Universal Studios ticket |
| Hours | Open nightly 5 PM – 10 PM |
| Happy Hour | $4 beer, $7 wine, $10 cocktails — Mon all night, Tue–Fri 5–7 PM |
| Kids Menu | $13 with drink included, ages 10 and under |
| Parking | Complimentary valet every evening |
| Dress Code | No dress code — come straight from the parks |
Vincenzo Cucina Italiana offers 10% off dinner when you show your Universal Studios ticket. The discount applies to your food, dine-in only. Vincenzo is 3.5 miles from Universal Studios at ICON Park on International Drive — directly across from the Orlando StarFlyer and steps from The Wheel at ICON Park (Orlando Eye). Open nightly 5–10 PM with complimentary valet.
Vincenzo is at ICON Park on International Drive, 3.5 miles / 12 min drive from Universal Endless Summer Dockside Inn. Address: 8255 International Drive, Suite 112, Orlando, FL 32819. Complimentary valet parking every evening.
Vincenzo is a casual Italian restaurant serving handmade pasta, USDA Prime steaks from Creekstone Farms, fresh seafood, craft cocktails, and Italian wines. Guest favorites include lobster ravioli (stuffed with Maine lobster and ricotta, finished in creamy lobster sauce) and linguine frutti di mare (jumbo shrimp, scallops, grouper, and clams in cherry tomato sauce).
Yes. Complimentary valet parking every evening. Drive to 8255 International Drive at ICON Park and hand your keys to the valet. No charge.
No dress code. Shorts, park clothes, flip-flops, casual wear — all welcome. Upscale vibes, casual comfort. Come as you are.
Yes. Monday happy hour runs all night 5-10 PM. Tuesday through Friday, 5-7 PM. $4 bottled beer, $7 wine by the glass, $10 craft cocktails. Wine Down Wednesday: half-off wines by the glass all night.
Very. Kids 10 and under eat for $13 with a beverage. Options include spaghetti with meatballs, chicken tenders, fettuccine alfredo, cheese ravioli, pizza, and filet tips. No dress code.
Yes. Reservations recommended, especially weekends. Book on OpenTable or call (407) 745-4030. Walk-ins always welcome.
Yes. The Amalfi Room accommodates 15-50 guests for group dining with custom Italian menus and AV support. Full restaurant buyouts available for up to 150 guests.
Yes. Show your valid Universal Studios ticket or Universal annual pass for 10% off your food. Dine-in only.
Handmade pasta, craft cocktails, complimentary valet. Open nightly 5 to 10 PM.
Vincenzo Cucina Italiana is not affiliated with Universal Endless Summer Dockside Inn or any theme park, hotel, or convention center properties. Vincenzo is a family-owned Italian restaurant on International Drive, open since 2014. Menu items and prices subject to change. Reservations recommended.