4,000+ reviews · Google 4.5 · OpenTable 4.7 · TripAdvisor 4.3
10% off with your ticket or pass. Italian dinner on I-Drive, minutes from the park.
4,000+ reviews · Google 4.5 · OpenTable 4.7 · TripAdvisor 4.3
“The food was very delicious. Great selection of wines. We brought friends from out of country and they enjoyed it very much.”
Carlos, Tampa · 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
Orlando visitors exploring restaurants by Epic Universe have the opportunity to discover dining destinations throughout the surrounding tourist district. Although theme park restaurants emphasize convenience and immersive experiences, independently owned establishments can offer a more traditional evening around the dinner table.
Vincenzo Cucina Italiana brings a neighborhood restaurant atmosphere to the International Drive entertainment corridor, welcoming visitors with casual Italian cuisine and attentive hospitality. Established in 2014, the family-owned restaurant serves guests looking to experience Orlando beyond the rides and attractions.
Ossobuco offers a slow-braised Italian specialty for diners interested in rich flavors and a substantial main course. Calamari provides a shareable appetizer with tender fried seafood served alongside marinara sauce. Nutella cheesecake introduces chocolate and hazelnut flavors for guests who prefer an indulgent dessert.
These selections showcase the variety possible in a casual Italian restaurant, from familiar appetizers to more elaborate entrées.
Handmade Pasta & Italian Classics
Every dish is made from scratch, every night. This is what dinner at Vincenzo looks like.
The drive from Epic Universe to Vincenzo spans approximately 2.5 miles and generally takes about 10 minutes in normal traffic. Traveling toward I-Drive brings visitors into the ICON Park area, where the Orlando Eye rises above the surrounding attractions and the StarFlyer stands opposite Vincenzo.
Free evening valet service is available at the restaurant’s 8255 International Drive, Suite 112 address.
The Navarra Group has owned and operated Vincenzo since 2014. Over 33 years of hospitality experience and more than 4,000 guest reviews.
Casual attire always welcome. Come in park clothes, vacation wear, or date night outfits. Everyone feels comfortable at Vincenzo.
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 Epic Universe 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.
Restaurants by Epic Universe Orlando
Vincenzo Cucina Italiana is 2.5 miles from Universal’s Epic Universe 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 Epic Universe | 2.5 miles — about 10 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 |
| Epic Universe Ticket Discount | 10% off dinner with a valid Epic Universe 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 Epic Universe ticket. The discount applies to your entire table, dine-in only. Vincenzo is 2.5 miles north of Epic Universe 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 is one of the top-rated restaurants near Universal's Epic Universe. Located on International Drive, Vincenzo serves handmade pasta, USDA Prime steaks, fresh seafood, and craft cocktails with complimentary valet parking.
Vincenzo is located at 8255 International Drive at ICON Park. Head to International Drive and ICON Park, just minutes from Epic Universe. Most guests arrive in just minutes.
Yes. Show your valid Epic Universe ticket or Universal annual pass and receive 10% off your dinner check. The discount applies to your entire table.
Vincenzo serves authentic Italian cuisine including handmade pasta, USDA Prime steaks from Creekstone Farms, fresh seafood, craft cocktails, and homemade desserts like tiramisu and cannoli.
No. Vincenzo is a family-owned Italian restaurant run by the Navarra Group with over 30 years of hospitality experience. Everything is made from scratch daily.
Yes. Reservations are recommended, especially on weekends. Book on OpenTable or call (407) 745-4030. Walk-ins are welcome when space is available.
The International Drive corridor just north of Epic Universe has dozens of restaurants. Vincenzo Cucina Italiana at ICON Park is one of the highest-rated, with 4,000+ reviews, handmade Italian, USDA Prime steaks, fresh seafood, and a full bar , just 2.5 miles from the park.
Yes. While Epic Universe has excellent in-park dining, International Drive north of the park has a full restaurant district with Italian, steaks, seafood, Mexican, and more. Most are a 10-minute drive or rideshare from the park entrance.
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.