4,000+ reviews · Google 4.5 · OpenTable 4.7 · TripAdvisor 4.3
Family-owned since 2014. Handmade pasta, Prime steaks, 4,000+ reviews. 5-8 Min Drive from Convention Hotels. Free valet at ICON Park.
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
If you're staying at one of the hotels surrounding the Orange County Convention Center, you don't have to rely on hotel dining or national restaurant chains for dinner. Vincenzo Cucina Italiana is located at ICON Park on International Drive, 1.8 miles from the convention center and close to several major convention-area hotels. Guests staying at Embassy Suites Convention Center are approximately 0.7 miles away, while Residence Inn Convention Center is 0.9 miles from the restaurant. Hyatt Regency Orlando guests will find Vincenzo 1.3 miles from their hotel, making it a convenient dining option across much of the convention district.
Vincenzo has been locally owned by the Navarra Group since 2014, specializing in authentic Italian food prepared by its scratch kitchen. The dinner menu includes homemade pasta, seafood, USDA Prime steaks, and traditional Italian favorites, giving hotel guests alternatives to repetitive restaurant meals during their stay. Business travelers can enjoy drinks from the full bar, while families have access to a $13 children's menu that includes a beverage. The dining room looks upscale, but shorts and everyday clothing are welcome, so guests can arrive directly from their hotel or convention activities.
The restaurant opens nightly from 5–10 PM and sits directly across from the Orlando StarFlyer at ICON Park, close to The Wheel. Complimentary valet parking is included, helping guests avoid the hassle of searching for parking along International Drive. Companies with employees staying at different convention hotels can also coordinate group dinners in the Amalfi Room for 15–50 guests. With more than 4,000 online reviews, Vincenzo offers an established, independently owned Italian restaurant for convention-area hotel visitors.
Handmade Pasta & Italian Classics
Every dish is made from scratch, every night. This is what dinner at Vincenzo looks like.
Vincenzo is owned and operated by the Navarra Group, a family with over 33 years in hospitality. They opened on International Drive in 2014 and have since earned 4,000+ reviews from locals, tourists, and convention guests who keep coming back.
What convention-goers notice first is the service. No scripts. No upselling. The staff reads the table, adjusts the pace, and makes recommendations that actually match what you want. That comes from experience, not a training binder.
Business dinners feel professional here without feeling stiff. The lighting, the music, the table spacing, it all works for conversation. Deals have been closed at these tables, and the restaurant understands that dynamic.
Family ownership means every night matters. There is no regional manager checking in once a quarter. The people behind Vincenzo are in the building, and they care whether your dinner was good.
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.
Vincenzo is at ICON Park on International Drive, a straight shot from every convention center hotel. The Rosen, Hyatt, Hilton, Marriott, and Embassy Suites are all within minutes. Complimentary valet parking makes arrival effortless.
For convention groups tired of eating in the hotel lobby or walking into the nearest chain, Vincenzo is a genuine change of scenery. The dining room feels separate from the I-Drive hustle, quiet enough for conversation but lively enough to feel like a night out.
No dress code. Badge lanyard and khakis work just as well as a sport coat. The restaurant is casual enough for a long day on the trade show floor and polished enough for a client dinner.
Convention season brings guests from every industry, and Vincenzo has become the go-to Italian restaurant for people who want quality food close to the OCCC without settling for average.
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.
Convention nights often start with drinks before the group decides on dinner. Vincenzo's full bar makes that easy with handcrafted cocktails, Italian wines, and a Happy Hour that runs Monday all night and Tuesday through Friday from 5 to 7 PM.
Happy Hour pricing includes $4 bottled beers, $7 wines by the glass, $10 cocktails, and select small bites. Wine Down Wednesday offers half-off wines by the glass for the entire evening, perfect for mid-week conference networking.
For team dinners and client entertaining, the Amalfi Room seats 15 to 50 with custom Italian menus, AV capability for presentations, and event coordination. Full restaurant buyouts handle up to 150 guests for larger corporate functions.
Vincenzo has hosted over 1,500 private events because convention planners and team leads know the food will be excellent, the space will be right, and the evening will run smoothly without micromanaging every detail.
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.
Convention guests come to Orlando for work, but dinner should not feel like another obligation. Vincenzo gives you a real Italian meal in a comfortable setting where you can actually relax and enjoy the food.
Wear your conference badge or change into shorts. Bring the whole team or come alone. The restaurant works for all of it, every night from 5 to 10 PM.
For convention center hotel guests who refuse to settle for another forgettable dinner, Vincenzo is the Italian restaurant worth crossing I-Drive for.
Italian Dining Near Orange County Convention Center Hotels
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 is at ICON Park on International Drive, 5 min drive from Convention Center Hotels. Address: 8255 International Drive, Suite 112, Orlando, FL 32819. Complimentary valet parking every evening.
Vincenzo is a casual Italian restaurant serving handmade pasta, USDA Prime steaks from Creekstone Farms, fresh seafood, craft cocktails, and Italian wines. Guest favorites include butternut squash ravioli (homemade ravioli with porcini mushrooms, sage, and truffle cream sauce) and tortellini with filet (tri-color cheese tortellini with filet tips, prosciutto, and garlic parmigiano cream).
Yes. Complimentary valet parking every evening. Drive to 8255 International Drive at ICON Park and hand your keys to the valet. No charge.
No dress code. Shorts, park clothes, flip-flops, casual wear — all welcome. Upscale vibes, casual comfort. Come as you are.
Yes. Monday happy hour runs all night 5-10 PM. Tuesday through Friday, 5-7 PM. $4 bottled beer, $7 wine by the glass, $10 craft cocktails. Wine Down Wednesday: half-off wines by the glass all night.
Very. Kids 10 and under eat for $13 with a beverage. Options include spaghetti with meatballs, chicken tenders, fettuccine alfredo, cheese ravioli, pizza, and filet tips. No dress code.
Yes. Reservations recommended, especially weekends. Book on OpenTable or call (407) 745-4030. Walk-ins always welcome.
No. Vincenzo is family-owned by the Navarra Group with over 30 years of hospitality experience. On International Drive since 2014. Everything made from scratch daily.
Handmade pasta, craft cocktails, complimentary valet. Open nightly 5 to 10 PM.
Vincenzo Cucina Italiana is not affiliated with Convention Center Hotels or any theme park, hotel, or convention center properties. Vincenzo is a family-owned Italian restaurant on International Drive, open since 2014. Menu items and prices subject to change. Reservations recommended.