4,000+ reviews · Google 4.5 · OpenTable 4.7 · TripAdvisor 4.3
10% off with your ticket. Fresh Italian food on I-Drive, minutes from Universal.
4,000+ reviews · Google 4.5 · OpenTable 4.7 · TripAdvisor 4.3
“Christina was our server and we have had her before. She is just an absolute joy. Food was delicious as always.”
Robert, Denver · 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
Craving Italian food during a Universal Orlando vacation doesn’t mean settling for whatever pasta happens to be available inside the resort. Travelers interested in traditional Italian flavors can explore restaurants along International Drive, where independent kitchens offer a different experience from theme park dining.
Vincenzo Cucina Italiana specializes in casual Italian cuisine featuring pasta, seafood, chicken, and premium beef entrées. Family-owned since 2014, the restaurant provides a welcoming destination for visitors who appreciate Italian cooking in an atmosphere that feels comfortable rather than formal.
Tri-color tortellini with prosciutto and filet tips offers a satisfying combination of filled pasta, tender beef, and garlic cream sauce. Pan-seared Chilean sea bass provides a seafood alternative, prepared with artichoke and Prosecco butter for a delicate finish. Traditional cannoli brings crisp pastry and sweet cream filling to the dessert course.
These Italian specialties give Universal Orlando visitors an opportunity to explore more than the familiar pizza and pasta dishes found throughout tourist areas.
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 Universal Studios Florida, with a drive of about 12 minutes toward International Drive. Follow navigation through the Universal Boulevard corridor to I-Drive, continuing toward ICON Park, where the Orlando Eye marks the entertainment district.
The restaurant is at 8255 International Drive, Suite 112, directly across from the Orlando StarFlyer, with free evening valet parking.
Family-owned since 2014 by the Navarra Group. Over 33 years of hospitality experience and more than 4,000 guest reviews.
No dress code. Come straight from the park. Universal Studios ticket holders receive 10% off food with qualifying tickets, 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.
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 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.
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.
Italian Food Near Universal Orlando
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 Cucina Italiana on International Drive is one of the highest-rated Italian restaurants near Universal Orlando. With 4,000+ reviews and OpenTable Diners' Choice recognition, Vincenzo serves handmade pasta, USDA Prime steaks, fresh seafood, and craft cocktails just minutes from the parks.
Vincenzo offers a full Italian menu including handmade pasta like lobster ravioli and pappardelle ragu, USDA Prime steaks from Creekstone Farms, fresh seafood like Chilean sea bass and grouper, classic appetizers, housemade desserts, and a kids menu.
Yes. Vincenzo is a casual Italian restaurant with a welcoming atmosphere. Families visiting Universal Orlando enjoy the kids menu, generous portions, and relaxed vibe. Shorts and T-shirts are welcome.
Yes. Vincenzo offers a full bar with craft cocktails, Italian and California wines, beer, and specialty drinks. Happy Hour is Monday all night and Tuesday through Friday from 5 to 7 PM.
Vincenzo is located at 8255 International Drive, about 12 minutes south of Universal Orlando by car or rideshare. Complimentary valet parking is available every evening.
Yes. Reservations are recommended, especially on weekends and during busy season. Book on OpenTable or call (407) 745-4030.
Beyond CityWalk, International Drive south of Universal has a full restaurant district. Vincenzo Cucina Italiana at ICON Park is about 12 minutes away with 4,000+ reviews, handmade Italian, steaks, seafood, and complimentary valet.
No. CityWalk has good options but International Drive south of Universal has dozens more restaurants at lower prices with full bars, happy hours, and a more relaxed atmosphere. Most are a 10-minute drive or rideshare.
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.