Walking distance from the OCCC. Handmade Italian on I-Drive. Reserve on OpenTable.
Every year, millions of convention attendees arrive at the Orange County Convention Center for trade shows, conferences, corporate events, and industry gatherings. After a long day on the show floor, the question is always the same: where should we eat tonight?
Vincenzo Cucina Italiana on International Drive is one of the most consistent answers for convention guests who want a real dinner rather than another crowded tourist trap. Located at ICON Park on I-Drive, Vincenzo is a short drive or rideshare from the OCCC, surrounded by I-Drive hotels, and reachable from either the North or South hall within minutes.
The combination of handmade Italian food, a full bar with craft cocktails, happy hour Tuesday through Friday from 5 to 7 PM, private dining for groups, and complimentary valet makes Vincenzo the convention dinner that attendees remember and recommend to colleagues who visit Orlando later in the year.
Handmade Italian After a Long Conference Day
Fresh pasta, prime steaks, craft cocktails, and a warm atmosphere. This is how convention dinners should end.
Convention hours are long. Happy Hour at Vincenzo is the perfect way to decompress. From Tuesday through Friday, 5 to 7 PM, guests enjoy $4 bottled beers, $7 wines by the glass, $10 craft cocktails, and select small bites. On Mondays, happy hour runs all evening long.
The full bar at Vincenzo features handcrafted cocktails including classic Negronis, Aperol Spritzes, Espresso Martinis, martinis, and more alongside an extensive wine list featuring Italian and California wines. Whether your team wants to unwind with cocktails, share a bottle of wine, or grab a beer before dinner, Vincenzo delivers the full bar experience that convention guests appreciate.
On Wednesdays, Wine Down Wednesday offers half-off wines by the glass all evening, which often aligns perfectly with mid-convention dinners when attendees want to celebrate the week so far without a big spend on drinks.
No other restaurant near the OCCC combines this level of happy hour value with the quality of handmade Italian cooking that Vincenzo has offered since 2014.
We come here every year during our convention. Hands down the best dinner option near the OCCC. The food is incredible and the service never disappoints.
Convention Attendee, Chicago • OpenTable
Black Angus from Creekstone Farms
When a convention dinner needs to impress. Hand-cut, cooked to order, served with truffle butter every evening.
When your convention group needs a private space for a team dinner, client entertainment, corporate event, or networking dinner, the Amalfi Room at Vincenzo is the ideal solution. Seats 15 to 50 guests in a dedicated private dining room with AV equipment, custom Italian menus, bar packages, and complimentary valet.
For larger groups requiring full restaurant buyouts, Vincenzo accommodates 150 or more guests with advance coordination. The events team has handled everything from small corporate dinners to large convention buyouts, and the experience shows in how smoothly each event runs from arrival to last course.
Convention groups appreciate the Amalfi Room for its separate entrance, private atmosphere, and the fact that it feels like a genuine Italian dining experience rather than a catered banquet. Custom menus are built around the Vincenzo kitchen, which means every dish served is made from scratch the evening of the event — not pre-cooked or mass-produced.
We brought our entire sales team here after the convention and it was the highlight of the whole trip. Private room, amazing Italian food, and service that actually made us feel like VIPs.
Sales Team, New York • TripAdvisor
The Dishes Convention Guests Keep Coming Back For
Chicken parmigiana. Fettuccine alfredo with jumbo shrimp. Classic Italian that satisfies every kind of diner.
Convention travelers have seen every chain restaurant in every city. What makes Vincenzo stand out is that it is not a chain. It is a family-owned Italian restaurant opened by the Navarra Group on International Drive in 2014, with over 33 years of hospitality experience behind it.
That means the food is handmade. The pasta is fresh. The steaks are USDA Prime Black Angus from Creekstone Farms, hand-cut and cooked to order. The sauces are made from scratch. The kitchen does not take shortcuts because a large convention group walked in. Every guest gets the same Vincenzo standard every night.
Convention guests who discover Vincenzo during a trip to Orlando often return on personal trips, bring their families, and recommend it as the first restaurant they tell colleagues to visit when heading to the OCCC. That kind of loyalty is built over 4,000+ reviews and more than a decade of consistent quality on International Drive.
This is the restaurant I recommend to everyone attending anything at the OCCC. Authentic Italian food, nothing pretentious, just really well done. The tiramisu is a must.
Regular Convention Guest, Boston • Google
The Comfort Food Every Convention Dinner Needs
Homemade lasagna. Meatballs with San Marzano sauce. Real Italian cooking on I-Drive, made fresh every night.
Standard reservations for two to ten guests are available directly on OpenTable in real time. For larger groups, semi-private arrangements, or the Amalfi Room, call Vincenzo directly at (407) 745-4030 or inquire through the website.
Advance reservations are especially important during major convention weeks at the OCCC. International Drive fills up quickly during large shows, and Vincenzo is consistently one of the most sought-after dinner spots for convention attendees staying along the I-Drive corridor. Booking a day or two ahead is always recommended during peak convention periods.
Complimentary valet is available every evening, which makes the experience completely seamless for convention guests who arrive by rideshare or rental car. Walk in, hand off the car, sit down, and let the kitchen do the rest.
Vincenzo Cucina Italiana on International Drive is one of the top Italian restaurants near the Orange County Convention Center. Located at ICON Park on I-Drive, it is a short drive or rideshare from the OCCC and is a popular choice for convention dinners, corporate groups, and business meals.
Vincenzo Cucina Italiana is located at 8255 International Drive, approximately one mile north of the Orange County Convention Center along I-Drive. It is a short drive, Uber, or rideshare ride from either entrance of the OCCC.
Yes. The Amalfi Room at Vincenzo seats 15 to 50 guests for private dining. Full restaurant buyouts for groups of 150 or more guests are also available. Contact the events team for a custom proposal for convention groups.
Yes. Vincenzo is bookable directly on OpenTable. Reserve in advance, especially during major convention weeks when International Drive restaurants fill up quickly. Same-day tables are often available, but advance booking is recommended for groups.
Yes. Happy Hour at Vincenzo runs Monday all evening and Tuesday through Friday from 5 to 7 PM. It features $4 bottled beers, $7 wines by the glass, $10 cocktails, and select bites — perfect for convention guests winding down after a long day at the OCCC.
Yes. Complimentary valet parking is available every evening at Vincenzo on International Drive. This is convenient for convention guests who prefer not to walk on I-Drive after a long conference day.
Handmade Italian, craft cocktails, happy hour, complimentary valet. Near the OCCC nightly.
Or call (407) 745-4030
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.
