4,000+ reviews · Google 4.5 · OpenTable 4.7 · TripAdvisor 4.3
10% off dinner with your ticket. Italian dining in the heart of the Epic Universe restaurant district.
4,000+ reviews · Google 4.5 · OpenTable 4.7 · TripAdvisor 4.3
“Was in town for work and wanted to take a customer out for dinner. The food and service was very good, nice selection of pastas and other lighter foods.”
Chris, Boise · 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
The Epic Universe area connects visitors with several Orlando dining districts, including the busy International Drive corridor. Travelers staying at nearby resorts can explore restaurants outside the theme park rather than limiting every meal to their hotel or the attractions.
Vincenzo Cucina Italiana is a locally owned Italian restaurant at ICON Park, surrounded by entertainment venues, hotels, and recognizable Orlando landmarks. Since opening in 2014, it has become an established option for visitors seeking dinner in a lively yet comfortable setting.
Seafood enthusiasts can consider the Chilean sea bass, offering a fish-focused alternative to heavier pasta selections. Burrata with prosciutto and heirloom tomatoes provides a colorful appetizer suited to sharing at the table. For dessert, classic tiramisu brings together espresso, mascarpone, and delicate layers of ladyfingers.
Vincenzo balances these Italian flavors with an accessible atmosphere that works for a casual vacation dinner or an evening out with friends.
Handmade Pasta & Italian Classics
Every dish is made from scratch, every night. This is what dinner at Vincenzo looks like.
Vincenzo is situated about 2.5 miles from Epic Universe, with a typical journey of roughly 10 minutes by vehicle. The drive leads toward the International Drive district, where guests can identify the ICON Park area by the Orlando Eye before reaching the restaurant across from the Orlando StarFlyer.
Its street address is 8255 International Drive, Suite 112, Orlando, Florida 32819. Complimentary valet parking is available every evening.
The restaurant is family-owned by the Navarra Group with over 33 years of hospitality experience. Over 4,000 reviews on Google, Yelp, OpenTable, and TripAdvisor reflect a decade of consistent cooking and service.
Casual attire is welcome. Guests arrive in everything from park clothes and sandals to business wear. No dress code, no formality — just good food and warm hospitality.
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.
Located at ICON Park on International Drive, near Universal, Epic Universe, SeaWorld, the Orange County Convention Center, major hotels, and Orlando's top attractions, Vincenzo is one of the easiest dinner choices in the city.
After a long park day, a convention, a family outing, or a night exploring International Drive, guests can sit down, relax, and enjoy a real meal without leaving the area. Complimentary valet parking makes the evening simple from the moment you arrive.
Vincenzo is casual enough for vacation clothes, shorts, and families, but polished enough for date nights, business dinners, private events, and celebrations. The atmosphere is warm, upbeat, and welcoming: the kind of place where tourists feel comfortable and locals still recommend it.
In a city full of chains and crowded tourist restaurants, Vincenzo gives guests something better: authentic Italian food, real hospitality, and a comfortable restaurant experience right in the heart of I-Drive.
We came after Epic Universe 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.
Vincenzo is more than dinner. It is a place to meet for drinks, celebrate, gather, and enjoy the night.
The full bar features handcrafted cocktails, Italian wines, California wines, classic Negronis, Aperol Spritzes, Espresso Martinis, martinis, wine, beer, and more. Happy Hour is available Monday all night and Tuesday through Friday from 5 to 7 PM, with $4 bottled beers, $7 wines by the glass, $10 cocktails, and select small bites. On Wednesdays, Wine Down Wednesday brings half-off wines by the glass all night.
For private events, Vincenzo offers the Amalfi Room for 15 to 50 guests, semi-private dining, private luncheons, and full restaurant buyouts. From rehearsal dinners and birthdays to corporate events, conferences, family celebrations, and group dinners, Vincenzo has hosted over 1,500 events with custom Italian menus, AV options, complimentary valet, and experienced event support.
Whether you are stopping in for happy hour, bringing the family for dinner, planning a private celebration, or looking for the best Italian restaurant near the Convention Center and Orlando attractions, Vincenzo makes every visit feel easy, memorable, and worth choosing.
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.
Whether you are a local looking for a trusted Italian restaurant, a family coming in after a day at the parks, a convention guest planning a business dinner, or a visitor searching for something better than another chain, Vincenzo makes dinner easy.
No dress code. No fuss. Kids are welcome. Vacation clothes are welcome. Business dinners are welcome. Date nights, birthdays, happy hour, private events, and last-minute dinners all fit here.
That is why Vincenzo works for Orlando: it gives guests the comfort of a family-owned Italian restaurant with the convenience of being right in the heart of International Drive.
Epic Universe Area Restaurants
Vincenzo Cucina Italiana is 2.5 miles from Universal’s Epic Universe 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 Epic Universe | 2.5 miles — about 10 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 |
| Epic Universe Ticket Discount | 10% off dinner with a valid Epic Universe 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 Epic Universe ticket. The discount applies to your food, dine-in only. Vincenzo is 2.5 miles north of Epic Universe 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.
The International Drive corridor around Epic Universe includes ICON Park, the Orlando Eye, SeaLife Aquarium, Madame Tussauds, and dozens of restaurants and entertainment venues. Vincenzo Cucina Italiana is located inside International Drive on I-Drive, right in the middle of the action.
Vincenzo is just minutes from Universal's on-site resort hotels by car or rideshare. It is located at 8255 International Drive, making it an easy dinner stop whether you are staying at Loews Royal Pacific, Cabana Bay, or any of the Universal-area hotels.
Vincenzo is a short drive from ICON Park, roughly two miles south on International Drive. Most guests drive or take a rideshare. Complimentary valet parking is available every evening.
Complimentary valet parking is provided every evening. You can also self-park in the International Drive parking garage at no charge. There is no need to worry about finding a spot on International Drive.
Both. Vincenzo has been a local favorite since 2014, with 4,000+ reviews. Locals come for happy hour, Wine Down Wednesday, and regular date nights. Visitors love it because it is a real restaurant, a family-owned Italian restaurant right on I-Drive near the parks.
Yes. Show your valid Epic Universe ticket or annual pass and receive 10% off your dinner. The discount applies to your food and is valid for dine-in only. It cannot be combined with other offers and excludes alcohol.
Absolutely. We have a kids menu for children 10 and under starting at $13. The atmosphere is polished but comfortable, and families are always welcome. High chairs and booster seats are available.
The International Drive corridor just north of Epic Universe has dozens of restaurants. Vincenzo Cucina Italiana at ICON Park is one of the highest-rated, with 4,000+ reviews, handmade Italian, USDA Prime steaks, fresh seafood, and a full bar - just 2.5 miles from the park.
Yes. While Epic Universe has excellent in-park dining, International Drive north of the park has a full restaurant district with Italian, steaks, seafood, Mexican, and more. Most are a 10-minute drive or rideshare from the park entrance.
Handmade pasta, craft cocktails, complimentary valet. Open nightly 5 to 10 PM.
Vincenzo Cucina Italiana is an independently owned Italian restaurant on International Drive in Orlando. Menu items, prices, and availability subject to change. Reservations recommended. 20% gratuity automatically added to all parties.