4,000+ reviews · Google 4.5 · OpenTable 4.7 · TripAdvisor 4.3
Family-owned Italian on I-Drive. chicken parmigiana with house marinara and spaghetti, full bar, and free valet. 5-8 Min from Aventura Hotel.
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
Aventura Hotel guests are food-savvy. The rooftop bar, the food hall, the modern design: everything about the hotel says you care about what you eat. Vincenzo Cucina Italiana meets that standard with a scratch kitchen serving handmade pasta, USDA Prime steaks, and fresh seafood every night from 5 to 10 PM at ICON Park on International Drive.
The burrata arrives with heirloom tomatoes and aged balsamic. The lobster ravioli is filled by hand and finished in saffron cream. The sea bass is pan-roasted with crispy capers and a white wine reduction. These are not assembly-line plates. Each one is built to order by a kitchen that has been doing this since 2014.
For something hearty, the ossobuco braised in red wine and the pappardelle ragu satisfy the kind of appetite that a full day of rides builds up. For something light, the salmon over sauteed greens keeps it clean without sacrificing flavor.
Aventura guests know the difference between a restaurant and a dining experience. Vincenzo delivers the latter in a casual setting where the food does all the talking.
Handmade Pasta & Italian Classics
Every dish is made from scratch, every night. This is what dinner at Vincenzo looks like.
The Navarra Group has been in hospitality for more than 33 years. They opened Vincenzo in 2014 with a philosophy that matches the Aventura mindset: modern enough to feel current, rooted enough to feel authentic. No gimmicks. Just great Italian food in a well-run dining room.
There is no dress code. The younger crowd from Aventura fits in seamlessly next to families, convention groups, and date-night couples. Everyone is treated the same, and that consistency is what turns first visits into regular stops.
Over 4,000 reviews highlight the handmade pasta, the USDA Prime steaks, and the warmth of the service. Guests consistently note that Vincenzo feels personal in a way that hotel restaurants and chain Italian spots do not.
Aventura is the stylish choice for Universal guests. Vincenzo is the stylish choice for dinner. The two pair naturally.
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.
Aventura Hotel sits at the edge of Universal Orlando Resort. Vincenzo is at ICON Park on International Drive, a short drive south with no toll roads and no complicated turns. Complimentary valet takes your car so dinner starts the moment you step out.
ICON Park is the I-Drive hub, near Universal, Epic Universe, SeaWorld, the Convention Center, and the main entertainment strip. After a day at the parks or a night on the Aventura rooftop, the drive to Vincenzo is quick and the payoff is immediate.
The dining room balances polish and comfort. The lighting is warm, the tables are spaced well, and the atmosphere feels curated without being uptight. Shorts are welcome. So are blazers. Nobody is checking.
Aventura guests who take the short drive to Vincenzo come back raving about the food, the valet, and the fact that they found a restaurant on I-Drive that actually feels like a discovery.
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.
Aventura's rooftop bar sets a high standard. Vincenzo's full bar meets it with Negronis, Espresso Martinis, Aperol Spritzes, craft cocktails, Italian wines, California wines, and a rotating drink list that rewards the curious.
Happy Hour caters to the early-evening crowd: Monday all night, Tuesday through Friday from 5 to 7 PM. Bottled beers are $4, wines by the glass are $7, and cocktails are $10. Wine Down Wednesday cuts wine-by-the-glass prices in half all evening.
For group dining, the Amalfi Room holds 15 to 50 guests for birthdays, team dinners, family gatherings, and celebrations. Full restaurant buyouts seat 150 or more with custom Italian menus, AV support, and complimentary valet included.
Whether you want one great cocktail at the bar or a full private event, Vincenzo gives Aventura guests a dinner experience that lives up to the hotel's aesthetic. And the valet makes getting home effortless.
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.
Aventura guests come to Vincenzo for the risotto finished tableside, the calamari sauteed in garlic and olive oil, and the NY strip that arrives with truffle fries and herb butter. The menu rewards people who like to eat well and try new things.
Dress however you want. Order what looks interesting. Stay for dessert. Dinner runs from 5 to 10 PM every night with complimentary valet, and the only pressure is deciding between the tiramisu and the limoncello cake.
You picked the modern hotel. Now pick the restaurant that matches. Vincenzo is family-owned and waiting at ICON Park on International Drive.
Restaurants Near Aventura Hotel Orlando
Vincenzo Cucina Italiana is 2.4 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 | 2.4 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 |
| 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 entire table, dine-in only. Vincenzo is 2.4 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, 5-8 min from Aventura Hotel. 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 entire table.
Open 5 to 10 PM, seven nights a week. Happy hour Monday all night, Tuesday through Friday 5 to 7 PM.
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.