Fresh Seafood Orlando

Ocean-Fresh Seafood, Every Day

Florida is surrounded by water, but most Orlando restaurants still serve frozen seafood from a distributor's warehouse. At Vincenzo Cucina Italiana, we take a different approach. Our seafood arrives fresh daily, sourced from trusted purveyors who understand that an Italian kitchen demands the highest quality. From whole branzino to jumbo shrimp to tender calamari, every piece of seafood on our menu at Vue at 360 is as fresh as if you were dining on the Italian coast.

Italian seafood cooking is about simplicity and respect for the ingredient. We do not bury our fish under heavy sauces or deep fry everything into anonymity. Our preparations highlight the natural sweetness and delicate texture of fresh seafood, using olive oil, garlic, white wine, fresh herbs, and citrus to enhance rather than mask the flavor.

Seafood Highlights

• ✦ Pan-seared branzino — whole Mediterranean sea bass, crispy skin, lemon and herbs
• ✦ Shrimp scampi — jumbo shrimp sauteed in garlic, white wine, and butter
• ✦ Calamari fritti — lightly fried with a crisp coating, served with marinara
• ✦ Seafood pasta — handmade linguine with shrimp, mussels, clams in white wine sauce
• ✦ Salmon — wild-caught, prepared with seasonal Italian accompaniments
• ✦ Seasonal specials — the chef features market-fresh catches throughout the year

Italian Coastal Tradition

Italy has over 4,700 miles of coastline, and seafood is central to the cuisine of nearly every Italian region. From the Amalfi Coast to Sicily to the Adriatic, Italians have perfected the art of cooking fish simply and beautifully. Our chef brings these traditions to Orlando, preparing each dish with the same techniques used in coastal Italian kitchens for generations.

The branzino is a perfect example. This Mediterranean sea bass is one of the most prized fish in Italian cooking, known for its mild, sweet flavor and firm flesh. We serve it whole, pan-seared until the skin is perfectly crispy, with nothing more than fresh lemon, extra virgin olive oil, and herbs. It arrives at your table looking and tasting like something from a restaurant overlooking the Tyrrhenian Sea.

Seafood and Wine

Our Italian wine list includes a thoughtful selection of whites and roses that pair beautifully with seafood. A crisp Vermentino from Sardinia with the branzino, a Pinot Grigio from Friuli with the shrimp scampi, or a Falanghina from Campania with the seafood pasta. Our sommelier is always happy to guide your pairing, or you can take advantage of Wine Down Wednesday when every wine by the glass is half off.

Not Just Seafood

While our seafood program is exceptional, Vincenzo is known equally for handmade pasta, USDA Prime steaks, and craft cocktails. A typical dinner might start with calamari fritti, continue with handmade gnocchi in sage brown butter, and finish with a USDA Prime filet mignon. The beauty of Italian dining is the multi-course experience, and our menu gives you the freedom to explore.

Dining on International Drive

Vincenzo Cucina Italiana is located at Vue at 360, 8255 International Drive, right next to ICON Park and close to Epic Universe and the Orange County Convention Center. We have been voted Orlando's best Italian restaurant every year since 2014 and serve dinner seven days a week from 5 to 10 PM. Complimentary valet parking is provided every night.

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Vincenzo Cucina Italiana is a proud member of the International Drive Chamber of Commerce.