4,000+ reviews · Google 4.5 · OpenTable 4.7 · TripAdvisor 4.3
Family-owned Italian on I-Drive. fettuccine alfredo tossed with jumbo shrimp, full bar, and free valet. 12 Min from Cabana Bay.
4,000+ reviews · Google 4.5 · OpenTable 4.7 · TripAdvisor 4.3
“Best Italian food in Orlando. We stop every year on our vacation. Best service, best food, enjoyable environment.”
Jenny, Washington DC · 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
Cabana Bay Beach Resort is designed around affordable Universal vacations with a playful retro atmosphere and plenty of on-site recreation. Guests looking at restaurants beyond the resort may want a fresh change from poolside snacks and quick meals, particularly when planning a full evening out.
Vincenzo Cucina Italiana offers independently prepared Italian cuisine in the ICON Park entertainment district, giving travelers a chance to explore another part of Orlando. Visitors with qualifying Universal Studios admission can present their tickets for 10% off food.
Linguine and clams delivers traditional coastal Italian flavors for diners who enjoy seafood-based pasta. Chicken piccata offers a brighter entrée featuring lemon, capers, and white wine. Limoncello cake introduces a refreshing dessert with citrus and mascarpone notes.
This menu combination gives guests a chance to enjoy lighter Italian flavors after a day spent exploring the resort’s attractions and amenities.
Handmade Pasta & Italian Classics
Every dish is made from scratch, every night. This is what dinner at Vincenzo looks like.
The route from Universal Cabana Bay Beach Resort to Vincenzo is approximately 3.5 miles, with an estimated 12-minute drive toward International Drive through the Universal Boulevard area. As the route reaches ICON Park, the Orlando Eye provides a recognizable destination marker and the StarFlyer stands opposite the restaurant.
Vincenzo occupies Suite 112 at 8255 International Drive, with complimentary valet parking offered each evening.
Family-owned since 2014 by the Navarra Group. Over 33 years of hospitality experience and more than 4,000 guest reviews.
No dress code. Casual attire welcome. Universal Studios ticket = 10% off food, 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.
Cabana Bay Beach Resort is a short drive from ICON Park on International Drive, and Vincenzo sits right inside. After a day of bowling, lazy river laps, and roller coasters, the last thing your family wants to worry about is parking. Complimentary valet handles that the moment you pull up.
The drive from Cabana Bay to Vincenzo takes minutes. It is close enough for a spontaneous dinner decision and far enough from Universal to feel like a genuine change of scenery. No CityWalk crowds, no theme park noise, just a warm Italian restaurant on I-Drive.
Dinner runs 5 to 10 PM nightly. Families with young kids can arrive early. Couples sneaking out after bedtime can arrive late. The atmosphere stays welcoming regardless of when you show up or what you are wearing.
Cabana Bay families looking for a dinner break from food courts and quick-service counters will find exactly what they need at Vincenzo. It is easy to get to, easy to park at, and the kind of dinner that makes the vacation feel special.
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.
After bowling at Cabana Bay and riding coasters all day, the parents deserve a cocktail. Vincenzo's full bar delivers: Negronis, Aperol Spritzes, Espresso Martinis, Italian wines, California wines, martinis, and cold beer. The kids eat dinner while the grown-ups finally decompress.
Happy Hour makes it budget-friendly: Monday all night, Tuesday through Friday from 5 to 7 PM. $4 bottled beers, $7 wines by the glass, $10 cocktails, and select small bites. Wine Down Wednesday adds half-off wines by the glass all evening. Cabana Bay families on a budget will notice the savings immediately.
Traveling with a big group? The Amalfi Room seats 15 to 50 guests for family reunions, birthday parties, and group celebrations. Full restaurant buyouts accommodate 150 guests. Custom Italian menus and complimentary valet are included with every private event.
Cabana Bay guests who discover Vincenzo's happy hour and dinner combination rarely go back to the hotel food court. Once you have had a real cocktail and a real Italian meal on I-Drive, the resort options just do not compete.
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.
Cabana Bay guests choose Vincenzo because it gives the family something special without the special-occasion price tag. The food is real, the service is warm, the kids feel welcome, and the parents finally get to eat something they actually chose for themselves.
No dress code. No judgment. No awkward silence when the toddler drops a fork. Vincenzo is built for families, and Cabana Bay sends its best ones over every single night.
If you are staying at Cabana Bay and looking for the best Italian restaurant near Universal, the answer is Vincenzo at ICON Park on International Drive. One dinner and you will understand why families come back year after year.
Restaurants by Cabana Bay Beach Resort
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 is at ICON Park on International Drive, 12 min from Cabana Bay. Complimentary valet parking every evening.
Authentic Italian with handmade pasta, Prime steaks, fresh seafood, and homemade desserts. Full bar with wines, craft cocktails, and happy hour specials.
No. Vincenzo is family-owned by the Navarra Group, open on International Drive since 2014. Over 33 years of hospitality experience and 4,000+ guest reviews.
Yes. Monday all night and Tuesday through Friday 5 to 7 PM. $4 bottled beers, $7 wines by the glass, $10 cocktails. Wine Down Wednesday: half-off wines by the glass all night.
No dress code. Shorts, vacation clothes, and casual attire all welcome. Upscale vibes, casual comfort.
Yes. Kids 10 and under eat for $13 with a beverage included. Chicken tenders, pasta, cheese pizza, and filet tips.
Reservations are recommended on weekends. Book on OpenTable or call (407) 745-4030. Walk-ins welcome.
Yes. Show your valid Universal Studios ticket or Universal annual pass for 10% off your dinner check. Applies to your food.
Yes. Extensive Italian and California wine list, wines by the glass, and half-price wines on Wine Down Wednesday.
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.