4,000+ reviews · Google 4.5 · OpenTable 4.7 · TripAdvisor 4.3
Handmade Italian on International Drive. Just minutes from the Convention Center. Complimentary valet.
4,000+ reviews · Google 4.5 · OpenTable 4.7 · TripAdvisor 4.3
“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
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
Visiting the Orange County Convention Center with children can make finding a suitable dinner restaurant more challenging, especially after a long day of activities. Vincenzo Cucina Italiana is a family-friendly restaurant located 1.8 miles from the convention center at ICON Park on International Drive. Locally owned by the Navarra Group since 2014, Vincenzo welcomes families in a comfortable dining room that looks elegant but doesn't require formal clothing. Parents can bring children in casual clothes or shorts without worrying about a strict dress code.
Younger guests ages 10 and under can choose from the $13 children's menu, which includes a beverage. Adults have a full Italian menu featuring homemade pasta, chicken parmigiana, lasagna, seafood, and USDA Prime steaks, so parents don't have to settle for a limited family restaurant menu. The kitchen prepares authentic Italian dishes while the full bar offers cocktails, wine, and beer for adults. It's a place where children can enjoy a familiar meal while parents have the opportunity to enjoy a more complete restaurant experience.
Vincenzo is directly across from the Orlando StarFlyer and close to The Wheel, also known as the Orlando Eye, at ICON Park. Families attending events at the Orange County Convention Center can reach the restaurant in approximately 8 minutes via Exhibit Drive and International Drive. Dinner is served nightly from 5–10 PM, and complimentary valet parking makes arrival easier when traveling with children. With more than 4,000 online reviews, Vincenzo is an established local dining option for families visiting the International Drive area.
Handmade Pasta & Italian Classics
Every dish is made from scratch, every night. This is what dinner at Vincenzo looks like.
Vincenzo is locally owned and operated by the Navarra Group, a family with over 33 years of hospitality experience. Since opening on International Drive in 2014, Vincenzo has welcomed locals, visitors, families, convention guests, and travelers from all over the world.
That family history is felt in the way guests are treated. No attitude. No dress code. No pressure. Just great food, warm service, and a restaurant that makes people feel comfortable the moment they walk in.
Whether you are celebrating a birthday, enjoying a date night, bringing the kids after the parks, hosting a business dinner, or simply looking for a real Italian meal in Orlando, Vincenzo feels personal. It feels like a restaurant with history, pride, and people behind it.
That is what makes Vincenzo different. It is not a chain. It is not a compromise. It is a family-owned Italian restaurant in the heart of Orlando's most visited area.
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 the parks 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.
Family Dinner Near Orange County 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 Cucina Italiana on International Drive is a family-friendly Italian restaurant near the OCCC. Kids menu at $13 with beverage, happy hour for parents, handmade pasta, complimentary valet.
Both are on International Drive. Vincenzo is near ICON Park, a short drive north from the Orange County Convention Center.
Yes. Kids 10 and under eat for $13 with beverage included. Six options including spaghetti, chicken tenders, pizza, alfredo, ravioli, and filet tips.
Yes. Vincenzo is casual and welcoming. No dress code. Families in convention attire, casual clothes, and kids in whatever they are wearing are all welcome.
Yes. Monday all night, Tuesday through Friday 5 to 7 PM. Wine Down Wednesday half off wines by the glass. Full bar with craft cocktails.
Yes. Complimentary valet parking every evening.
Yes. The Amalfi Room seats 15 to 50 guests. Perfect for team dinners during competitions. Call (407) 745-4030.
Open 7 days a week, 5 PM to 10 PM.
Reservations recommended, especially during major conventions. Book on OpenTable or call (407) 745-4030.
MegaCon, AAU Volleyball, cheerleading championships, dance competitions, trade shows, and dozens of industry conventions year-round. Vincenzo is a popular dinner choice for families attending events at the OCCC.
Handmade pasta, craft cocktails, complimentary valet. Open nightly 5 to 10 PM.
Vincenzo Cucina Italiana is not affiliated with, endorsed by, or officially connected to the Orange County Convention Center or any events held there. Vincenzo is an independently owned Italian restaurant on International Drive. Menu items and prices subject to change. Reservations recommended.