A Change of Pace from Resort Dining
The Grande Lakes resort area is home to beautiful properties and plenty of on-site restaurant options. But sometimes a trip to Orlando calls for something different. Vincenzo Cucina Italiana, located on International Drive, is an independent Italian restaurant where everything is made from scratch, the atmosphere is intimate, and dinner feels personal rather than institutional.
Since 2014, Vincenzo has built a loyal following among Orlando locals and visitors alike. With 4,000+ guest reviews, a handmade pasta program that runs daily, and USDA Prime steaks hand-cut in our kitchen, we offer the kind of cooking that large resort kitchens simply cannot replicate at scale.
Handmade Pasta, Made Daily
Resort restaurants handle volume. Independent restaurants handle details. Every afternoon before service, our kitchen team rolls, cuts, and shapes fresh pasta by hand. Pappardelle with short rib ragu, ricotta gnocchi, lobster ravioli, handmade lasagna layered and baked to order. These are dishes built on tradition and executed with care, not pulled from a walk-in freezer.
That daily commitment to fresh pasta is one of the reasons guests at nearby resorts keep coming back to Vincenzo. It is a different experience from what a hotel restaurant can offer, and you can taste the difference.
USDA Prime Steaks and Fresh Seafood
Our Bone-In Ribeye and Filet Mignon are USDA Prime, hand-selected and hand-cut. Chilean Sea Bass, Branzino, and our seafood linguine round out a menu that balances Italian tradition with high-quality proteins. Pair any entree with a selection from our Italian and domestic wine list, or try a craft cocktail from the bar.
Private Dining for Celebrations and Groups
Traveling with a group or planning a celebration during your Orlando stay? Vincenzo offers private dining for parties of 15 to 120 guests. Customizable menus, dedicated service staff, AV equipment for presentations or slideshows, and full restaurant buyout options are all available. Many guests visiting the Grande Lakes area choose Vincenzo for rehearsal dinners, birthday celebrations, and corporate group outings.
Menu Highlights
- ✦ Handmade Pappardelle with Braised Short Rib Ragu
- ✦ Lobster Ravioli in Cream Sauce
- ✦ USDA Prime Bone-In Ribeye
- ✦ Chilean Sea Bass with Lemon Caper Butter
- ✦ Ricotta Gnocchi with San Marzano Tomato
- ✦ Handmade Lasagna, Baked to Order
- ✦ Burrata with Prosciutto and Arugula
- ✦ Tiramisu, Made In-House