Epic Universe Food Nearby
Vincenzo Cucina Italiana is a casual Italian restaurant with an upbeat atmosphere on International Drive — handmade pasta, USDA Prime steaks, fresh seafood, craft cocktails, a full bar, a kids menu, outdoor patio, and complimentary valet. Just 3 miles from Epic Universe — less than 10 minutes by car.

Handmade Pasta, Prime Steaks & Fresh Seafood
Everything at Vincenzo is made from scratch. Our pasta is rolled and cut by hand daily. The lasagna is layered with slow-cooked bolognese and creamy bechamel. Potato gnocchi are light and pillowy. The scallop risotto is finished with saffron and butter. This is real Italian cooking, not reheated theme park food.
Our USDA Prime steaks come from Creekstone Farms and are cooked to order. The Chilean sea bass is pan-seared in champagne butter. The ossobuco is braised for hours until it falls off the bone. With 4,000+ reviews and the Navarra Group's 30+ years of experience, this is the meal your Epic Universe trip deserves.
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Appetizers, Entrees, Desserts & Cocktails
Start with sauteed calamari or burrata with roasted tomatoes. Move to lobster ravioli, braised short ribs, or a 14-oz New York strip. Finish with housemade tiramisu — espresso-soaked ladyfingers layered with mascarpone. Every course is made to be savored, not rushed.
Kids 10 and under have their own menu starting. Adults can enjoy craft cocktails, an Italian wine list, and happy hour specials. Whether you are feeding a family of six or celebrating a date night after the park, the menu covers everyone at the table.
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Italian Restaurant in the Heart of International Drive
Vincenzo is located at ICON Park on International Drive, across from the StarFlyer and close to all major hotels, the Orange County Convention Center, Universal Orlando, Epic Universe, and SeaWorld. Whether you are staying nearby or driving in from across Orlando, we are just 3 miles away — less than 10 minutes by car.
Complimentary valet parking every evening. Easy Uber and Lyft pick-up and drop-off. Outdoor patio seating available. Dine in the heart and action of International Drive.
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Full Bar & Cocktails at Vincenzo Orlando
Enjoy a full bar, handcrafted cocktails, and a wide selection of Italian and California wines in a relaxed, upbeat atmosphere. From classic Negronis and refreshing Aperol Spritz to your favorite glass of wine or cocktail, there is something for everyone to sip, relax, and enjoy.
Happy Hour: Monday — Happy Hour All Night. Tuesday–Friday, 5:00–7:00 PM.
Wine Down Wednesday — ½ Off Wines by the Glass All Night.
Restaurant Details
Hours
Open 7 days
5 PM – 10 PM
Happy Hour
Mon all night
Tue–Fri 5–7 PM
Parking
Complimentary valet
Every evening
Patio
Outdoor patio
seating available
Location
8255 International Dr
Orlando, FL 32819
Cuisine
Handmade pasta
Steaks, seafood
Dietary
Vegan, vegetarian
Gluten-free options
Reservations
OpenTable or call
(407) 745-4030
Discount
10% off dinner
Valid Epic Universe ticket
Dining Near Epic Universe on International Drive
Universal's Epic Universe opened in May 2025 as the largest and most ambitious theme park built in Orlando in over two decades. Located at 1001 Epic Blvd in southwest Orlando, the park features five themed worlds — Celestial Park, Super Nintendo World, How to Train Your Dragon Isle of Berk, The Wizarding World of Harry Potter Ministry of Magic, and Dark Universe — with over 50 rides, attractions, and experiences drawing millions of visitors each year.
Inside the park, dining options include The Atlantic (fine dining in Celestial Park), Mead Hall (Viking banquet hall in Isle of Berk), The Blue Dragon (Pan-Asian in Celestial Park), and Toadstool Cafe (themed dining in Super Nintendo World). These are excellent but they operate at theme park prices, with long waits during peak hours and limited reservation availability.
Outside the park, the International Drive corridor stretching north from Epic Universe is one of the most concentrated restaurant districts in Orlando. Within a 3–5 mile drive, guests can find Italian, steaks, seafood, Mexican, Japanese, and more — all at off-site prices with full bars, happy hours, and a more relaxed pace. ICON Park, about 3 miles north, is a popular post-park dinner destination with several sit-down restaurants, entertainment, and easy rideshare access from Epic Universe.
Vincenzo Cucina Italiana has been on International Drive at ICON Park since 2014 and serves guests coming from Epic Universe, Universal Studios, the Convention Center, SeaWorld, and the surrounding resort hotels nightly. The restaurant offers a 10% dinner discount for anyone with an Epic Universe ticket or annual pass.
How to Get to Vincenzo from Epic Universe
By rideshare: Request an Uber or Lyft from the Epic Universe entrance. Tell the driver ICON Park on International Drive. The ride is about 3 miles and takes less than 10 minutes. Drop-off is right at the restaurant.
By car: Head north on International Drive from Epic Universe for about 3 miles. Vincenzo is at ICON Park, 8255 International Drive. Complimentary valet parking every evening — pull up and hand over the keys.
Timing: Most guests leave Epic Universe between 5 and 6 PM. For a 6:00 or 6:30 dinner reservation, leave the park by 5:30. Vincenzo opens at 5 PM nightly, 7 days a week.
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Published by Vincenzo Cucina Italiana, a family-owned Italian restaurant by the Navarra Group on International Drive at ICON Park since 2014. Over 30 years of hospitality experience. 4,000+ guest reviews. OpenTable Diners' Choice. Golden Fork Award. Learn more
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