Dinner Near Fogo de Chao Orlando
Looking for Italian instead of Brazilian? Vincenzo is right across the street.
The Italian Alternative Across the Street
Fogo de Chao on International Drive is one of Orlando's most popular steakhouses — all-you-can-eat Brazilian churrasco with an impressive salad bar. But maybe you've done Fogo before. Maybe your group has mixed opinions on all-you-can-eat meat. Or maybe you're in the mood for something different tonight.
Vincenzo Cucina Italiana is literally across the street from Fogo de Chao on International Drive, and it's a completely different dining experience. Handmade pasta, USDA Prime steaks, fresh seafood, craft cocktails, and an intimate atmosphere that's been voted Orlando's best Italian every year since 2014.
Fogo de Chao vs. Vincenzo — Different Experiences
Both are excellent restaurants, but they serve completely different purposes. Fogo is a Brazilian steakhouse built around unlimited meat carved tableside. Vincenzo is an intimate Italian restaurant where every dish is individually crafted from scratch.
- ✶ Handmade pasta — gnocchi, lasagna, pappardelle, fettuccine
- ✶ USDA Prime steaks — filet mignon, Bone-In Ribeye, New York Strip
- ✶ Fresh seafood — Faroe Island Salmon, Lobster Ravioli, Chilean sea bass
- ✶ Curated Italian wine list and craft cocktails
- ✶ Intimate, elegant atmosphere for dates and celebrations
- ✶ Complimentary valet parking
When Your Group Can't Decide
Here's a scenario we see often: a group heads to International Drive planning on Fogo de Chao, but someone in the group doesn't eat red meat, or someone has already been twice this trip, or someone just wants pasta. Vincenzo is right across the street and has something for everyone — steaks, seafood, pasta, chicken, and an incredible wine list.
If Fogo Has a Wait, Walk Across the Street
Fogo de Chao can get packed, especially on weekends and during convention season. If you arrive and there's a long wait, Vincenzo is a 60-second walk across International Drive. Same quality tier, completely different cuisine, and often available for walk-ins or a quick OpenTable reservation.
Location
Vincenzo Cucina Italiana is at 8255 International Drive, Suite 112 — directly across International Drive from Fogo de Chao. Both are at the heart of the I-Drive dining district near ICON Park. Our complimentary valet makes arrival effortless.
From Fogo de Chao
Across the Street
Hours
Open 7 Days, 5-10 PM
Parking
Complimentary Valet
New York City — OpenTable
★★★★★
"Best Italian food in Orlando. We stop every year on our vacation. Best service, best food, enjoyable environment"
Jenny
Washington DC — OpenTable
★★★★★
"Food was flavorful, was hot and exactly as we ordered it. Service was excellent, too. First time there, very enjoyable experience. We’ll be back."
Diane
New York City — OpenTable
★★★★★
"The service is top notch! The food, all homemade, all delicious. We enjoyed the tri-colored cheese tortellini with steak tips and prosciutto. We also had the grouper with crab risotto. It was topped with a perfectly cooked large shrimp. The wine selection is very large with a nice variety of wines from all over the world."
Ward
Indiana — OpenTable
★★★★★
"Food and service were great! Atmosphere was really nice. Overall great place to dine."
Darrick
Detroit — OpenTable
★★★★★
"Great hidden gem in Orlando with homemade pastas, great service and wonderful wine and cocktail selection"
Jason
New York City — OpenTable
Having Fogo de Chao and Vincenzo across the street from each other gives International Drive one of the best dining intersections in Orlando. Whether you want Brazilian or Italian, you're eating well tonight. But if it's Italian you're craving — handmade pasta, award-winning service, and a 4.7-star experience with 4,000+ reviews — Vincenzo is the one.
Q: How close is Vincenzo to Fogo de Chao Orlando?
Vincenzo Cucina Italiana is directly across International Drive from Fogo de Chao — about a one-minute walk. Both are located in the ICON Park area of International Drive.
Q: Is Vincenzo a good alternative to Fogo de Chao?
Absolutely. While Fogo offers all-you-can-eat Brazilian churrasco, Vincenzo serves individually crafted Italian dishes including handmade pasta, USDA Prime steaks, and fresh seafood.
Q: Does Vincenzo serve steak like Fogo de Chao?
Yes, but differently. Vincenzo serves individually portioned USDA Prime steaks including filet mignon, Bone-In Ribeye, and New York Strip — prepared to order rather than carved tableside.
Q: Which is better for a date night — Fogo or Vincenzo?
Vincenzo's intimate atmosphere, candlelit tables, and curated wine list make it the more traditional date night choice. Fogo is better suited for groups and hearty appetites.
Q: Can I walk from Fogo de Chao to Vincenzo?
Yes. Vincenzo is directly across International Drive from Fogo de Chao, about a one-minute walk.
