Daytime attractions. Evening dinner and drinks. All walkable at ICON Park, Red Line Stop 14.
4,000+ reviews · Google 4.5 · OpenTable 4.7 · TripAdvisor 4.3
“We celebrated our 11th wedding anniversary here and it was fabulous. Jay was a wonderful waiter.”
MihalyoStrings Kat · Google
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International Drive offers some of Orlando’s most recognizable attractions, making it an ideal destination for visitors who want entertainment, sightseeing, and dining in one area. At ICON Park, guests can enjoy views from the Orlando Eye, experience the thrills of the Orlando StarFlyer, discover marine life at SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium, or explore the celebrity exhibits at Madame Tussauds Orlando.
After choosing the activities that fit their interests, visitors can enjoy dinner at Vincenzo Cucina Italiana, a family-owned restaurant serving Italian cuisine since 2014. The combination of attractions, cocktails, and a complete Italian dinner creates an enjoyable way to experience International Drive.
Begin with a Negroni or Aperol Spritz alongside Calamari or Bruschetta Classica. For dinner, Filet & Prosciutto Tortellini offers a rich pasta selection. Florida Grouper with Crab Risotto provides a distinctive seafood alternative. Happy Hour Monday from 5–10 PM, Tuesday through Friday from 5–7 PM. Wine Down Wednesday: half off wines by the glass all evening. Tiramisu or Cannoli for dessert.
International Drive is filled with things to see and experience, but a memorable Italian dinner provides the perfect way to bring the entire evening together.
Vincenzo is at 8255 International Drive, Suite 112, at ICON Park directly across from the Orlando StarFlyer. ICON Park attractions include the Orlando Eye, SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium, Madame Tussauds Orlando, and the Orlando StarFlyer.
Happy Hour Monday all evening 5–10 PM. Tuesday through Friday 5–7 PM. $4 bottled beer, $7 wine by the glass, $10 cocktails. Wine Down Wednesday: half off wines by the glass all evening.
Family-owned since 2014 by the Navarra Group. Over 33 years of hospitality experience. 4,000+ guest reviews.
Complimentary valet. No dress code. ON International Drive. Open nightly 5–10 PM.
The I-Ride Trolley is the best way to get around International Drive without renting a car or paying for rideshare every time. The Red Line runs from Pointe Orlando at the north end down to SeaWorld at the south, covering almost all major hotels, restaurants, and attractions on I-Drive.
Stop 14 on the Red Line is ICON Park — where Vincenzo is located. Rides are $2 per trip, and the trolley runs approximately every 20 minutes from early morning until 10:30 PM daily. If you are staying at a hotel on I-Drive, there is a very good chance the trolley stops nearby or directly in front of your property.
For convention attendees staying near the Orange County Convention Center, the trolley connects to ICON Park in minutes. And for visitors coming from Universal, Epic Universe, or SeaWorld, ICON Park is well within a short trolley ride or direct rideshare along I-Drive.
Vincenzo also offers complimentary valet every evening for guests who drive. Between the valet and the trolley, getting to and from dinner is always easy.
Took the I-Ride Trolley from our hotel to ICON Park and had dinner at Vincenzo. $2 each way and walked right into the restaurant. Genuinely one of the best Italian meals I have had in Florida. The gnocchi and the tiramisu are worth every penny.
Michael, Boston • OpenTable
International Drive is full of restaurants — but most of them are chains, hotel cafes, or tourist traps with average food at inflated prices. Vincenzo is different. It is a family-owned Italian restaurant with a real kitchen, real hospitality, and food that people talk about after the trip is over.
The Navarra Group opened Vincenzo in 2014 and has been building it into one of the most consistently reviewed restaurants in Orlando ever since. With 4,000+ reviews on Google, OpenTable, TripAdvisor, and Yelp, it is not a hidden gem — it is a well-known destination for travelers who want something better than a chain.
No dress code. Kids welcome. Shorts and vacation clothes are always fine. Complimentary valet every evening. Happy hour Monday all night and Tuesday through Friday 5 to 7 PM. Kids menu for ages 10 and under at $13 with a beverage.
When you are planning your day on International Drive, dinner at Vincenzo is the right move. Everything else fits around it.
What to Do on International Drive Orlando
Vincenzo Cucina Italiana is on International Drive at ICON Park — directly across from the Orlando StarFlyer and steps from The Wheel at ICON Park (Orlando Eye). 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 |
| Location | 8255 International Drive, Suite 112, Orlando, FL 32819 — at ICON Park |
| Nearest Landmark | Directly across from the Orlando StarFlyer at ICON Park |
| The Wheel at ICON Park (Orlando Eye) | Steps away — same complex |
| Cuisine | Italian — handmade pasta, USDA Prime steaks, seafood, craft cocktails |
| Hours | Open nightly 5 PM – 10 PM |
| Happy Hour | $4 beer, $7 wine, $10 cocktails — Mon all night, Tue–Fri 5–7 PM |
| Wine Down Wednesday | Half off wines by the glass all night |
| Kids Menu | $13 with drink included, ages 10 and under |
| Parking | Complimentary valet every evening |
| Dress Code | No dress code — come as you are |
Vincenzo Cucina Italiana has been on International Drive at ICON Park since 2014 with over 4,000 reviews. Locally owned by the Navarra Group with over 30 years of hospitality experience. Handmade pasta from a scratch kitchen, USDA Prime steaks from Creekstone Farms, fresh seafood, craft cocktails, and a $13 kids menu. Directly across from the Orlando StarFlyer and steps from The Wheel at ICON Park (Orlando Eye). Open nightly 5–10 PM with complimentary valet. No dress code.
ICON Park is the best hub on International Drive. It has The Wheel (400-foot observation wheel), SEA LIFE Orlando Aquarium, Museum of Illusions, Madame Tussauds, the Orlando StarFlyer, Tin Roof live music venue, and Vincenzo Cucina Italiana for dinner — all in one walkable plaza. It is the most efficient and enjoyable way to spend a day or evening on I-Drive without renting a car or moving between locations.
The I-Ride Trolley is the best way to get around I-Drive without a car. The Red Line runs from Pointe Orlando at the north end to SeaWorld at the south. Stop 14 is at ICON Park — where Vincenzo is located. Rides are $2 per trip and the trolley runs every 20 minutes. It covers most major hotels, restaurants, and attractions on International Drive.
Vincenzo Cucina Italiana at ICON Park (I-Ride Red Line Stop 14) is consistently rated among the best restaurants on International Drive. It is a family-owned Italian restaurant with handmade pasta, USDA Black Angus Prime steaks, fresh seafood, craft cocktails, a kids menu, and complimentary valet. It has 4,000+ reviews on Google, OpenTable, TripAdvisor, and Yelp. Open nightly 5 to 10 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 at ICON Park in Orlando. Menu items, prices, and availability subject to change. Happy hour Mon all night, Tue-Fri 5-7 PM. Kids menu for ages 10 and under. Reservations recommended. 20% gratuity automatically added to all parties. I-Ride Trolley information subject to change — verify current schedule at iridetrolley.com.