Restaurants Near Epic Universe

Epic Universe Visitors Deserve a Real Dinner

Universal's Epic Universe is the biggest theme park addition Orlando has seen in years. New worlds, new rides, massive crowds. But once the park closes, your dinner options inside the resort are limited to the usual fast-casual spots and overpriced hotel restaurants. If you want a real sit-down dinner with handmade food and actual hospitality, head to International Drive.

Vincenzo Cucina Italiana has been on I-Drive since 1991, long before Epic Universe was even a concept. The Navarra family built this restaurant on handmade pasta, USDA Prime steaks, and fresh seafood. It is the kind of place where the food is made from scratch every day and the staff treats you like a guest, not a transaction.

Close Proximity on I-Drive

Vincenzo is located at Vue at 360, 8255 International Drive. Epic Universe sits just off Universal Boulevard, which connects directly to International Drive. The drive is short, straightforward, and does not require any highways or toll roads. After spending all day navigating a theme park, the last thing you want is a complicated drive. This is not complicated.

When you arrive, the valet takes your car at no charge. You walk in, sit down, and within minutes you are looking at a menu that includes Lobster Ravioli, House-Made Gnocchi, a 10-ounce USDA Prime Filet Mignon, Chilean Sea Bass, and a wine list that actually has depth. This is a different world from theme park dining.

What Makes Vincenzo the Right Choice

• ✦ Handmade pasta daily: lobster ravioli, gnocchi, pappardelle, tortellini, lasagna
• ✦ USDA Prime steaks: filet mignon, New York strip, 20 oz bone-in ribeye
• ✦ Fresh seafood: Chilean sea bass, Florida grouper, salmon, scallop risotto
• ✦ Craft cocktail bar and Italian wine list
• ✦ Complimentary valet parking every evening
• ✦ Private dining room for groups up to 50
• ✦ Open 7 days, 5 PM to 10 PM

Plan Your Epic Universe Dinner

If you are visiting Epic Universe, here is the move: enjoy the park until the evening, then head to Vincenzo for dinner. The restaurant opens at 5 PM, so timing works out perfectly whether you leave the park early or stay until close. Reservations are recommended, especially on weekends and during peak tourist season. You can book through OpenTable or call (407) 745-4030.

Vincenzo is also a great option for groups. If you are visiting Epic Universe with family, friends, or a corporate team, the private Amalfi Room seats up to 50 guests with all-inclusive event packages available.

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