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Italian Restaurant with Full Bar on International Drive Orlando

Craft cocktails, Italian wines, beer, happy hour, and a complete Italian dinner menu at Vincenzo Cucina Italiana.

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Full Bar at Vincenzo

Looking for an Italian restaurant with a full bar on International Drive Orlando? Vincenzo Cucina Italiana offers craft cocktails, an Italian wine list, beer, happy hour Monday all night, Tuesday through Friday from 5 to 7 PM, Wine Down Wednesday with half off wines by the glass, and Martini Tuesday specials — alongside handmade pasta, fresh seafood, USDA Prime steaks, and complimentary valet parking near ICON Park. Whether you are searching for an Italian restaurant with a full bar near I-Drive, a restaurant with cocktails and dinner near me, or a place with drinks and Italian food near Orlando attractions, Vincenzo gives guests a complete dining and bar experience with 4,000+ guest reviews.

Full bar at Vincenzo Cucina Italiana Italian restaurant on International Drive Orlando

This is not a bar that happens to serve pasta. This is not a wine bar with a limited kitchen. Vincenzo is a full-service Italian restaurant with a serious bar program — cocktails shaken and stirred by bartenders who know what they are doing, a wine list curated with Italian and domestic selections, cold beer on tap, and premium spirits lining the shelves. The bar is part of the restaurant, and the restaurant is part of the bar. Guests come for both, and they stay because everything works together.

Craft Cocktails

The cocktail program at Vincenzo is built around Italian tradition and quality ingredients. The Negroni is balanced and bitter, stirred properly with gin, Campari, and sweet vermouth. The Aperol Spritz is light and refreshing — Aperol, Prosecco, and a splash of soda, the way it is served across Italy. The espresso martini combines fresh-pulled espresso with vodka and coffee liqueur, and it has become one of the signatures of the Vincenzo bar. Seasonal cocktails rotate throughout the year, using fresh fruits, house-made syrups, and premium spirits.

Italian Wine List

Beyond cocktails, the wine list at Vincenzo features curated Italian and domestic selections available by the glass and by the bottle. Reds, whites, and sparkling wines are chosen to complement the Italian menu — a crisp Pinot Grigio with seafood, a bold Chianti with steak, a Prosecco to start the evening. The staff is happy to recommend pairings, whether you are a wine enthusiast or just looking for something good to drink with dinner at an Italian restaurant near International Drive.

Beer

For guests who prefer beer, Vincenzo offers a selection available at the bar alongside cocktails and wine. Whether you want a cold beer before dinner or something to pair with your meal, the bar has options that fit the evening. A full bar means a full bar — cocktails, wine, beer, and spirits, all under one roof at an Italian restaurant on I-Drive Orlando.

Happy Hour

Vincenzo's happy hour is one of the most welcoming on International Drive. Monday features all-night happy hour from 5 PM to close. Tuesday through Friday, happy hour runs from 5 to 7 PM. Wine Down Wednesday offers half off all wines by the glass, all night, every Wednesday. Martini Tuesday features martini specials every Tuesday evening. Craft cocktails, wine, and beer are all available at happy hour pricing. Many guests start at the bar during happy hour and then move to the dining room for a full Italian dinner.

USDA Prime filet mignon at Vincenzo Cucina Italiana Orlando

Dinner with Your Drinks

The full Italian dinner menu is available every evening at Vincenzo — and that is what separates an Italian restaurant with a full bar from a bar that serves food. Handmade pasta is rolled and cut fresh every morning. USDA Prime steaks include filet mignon, New York strip, and bone-in ribeye. Fresh seafood features Chilean sea bass, Florida grouper, Faroe Island salmon, lobster ravioli, and scallop risotto. Appetizers, salads, and house-made desserts round out the menu. Start with cocktails at the bar. Stay for dinner. That is how an evening at Vincenzo works on International Drive.

Bar for Convention and Hotel Guests

International Drive is home to the Orange County Convention Center and dozens of hotels. After a full day of meetings, conferences, or trade shows, Vincenzo is a welcome change from hotel lobbies and chain restaurants. The bar is open every evening from 5 PM, and happy hour pricing is available to start the night. Convention groups and hotel guests regularly choose Vincenzo for after-work cocktails, team dinners, and client entertainment near the OCCC. Complimentary valet parking makes arriving easy after a long day on I-Drive.

Bar for Date Night

Cocktails and Italian dinner make a natural date night on International Drive Orlando. The atmosphere at Vincenzo is warm and inviting — not loud, not rushed. Start with an Aperol Spritz or espresso martini at the bar, then sit down for a shared appetizer, handmade pasta, and a bottle of wine. With complimentary valet parking and a full bar program, the entire evening feels effortless. Whether you are celebrating an anniversary, a birthday, or just a weeknight out, Vincenzo is an Italian restaurant with a full bar where date night feels right.

Fresh seafood platter at Vincenzo Cucina Italiana Orlando

Complimentary Valet Parking

Vincenzo offers complimentary valet parking every evening at the front entrance of International Drive. Pull up, hand over the keys, and walk straight into the restaurant. When the evening is over, your car is waiting at the door. No parking garages, no parking fees, no searching for a spot. When you are visiting an Italian restaurant with a full bar near I-Drive Orlando, valet makes the evening easy from start to finish.

Group Dining and Private Dining

For private events, corporate dinners, birthdays, or celebrations, the Amalfi Room at Vincenzo seats 15 to 50 guests with all-inclusive packages available. Full bar service is included for private events. Contact the events team at (407) 745-4030 or visit the private events page for details.

Full Bar

Cocktails, Wine, Beer

Happy Hour

Mon All Night, Tue-Fri 5-7

Wine Down Wednesday

Half Off Wines by Glass

Parking

Complimentary Valet

Guest Reviews

★★★★★

"Italian restaurant with a real full bar on I-Drive. Vincenzo has cocktails, wine, beer, happy hour, AND incredible Italian food. No need to go anywhere else."

Marco
Orlando — Google
★★★★★

"We wanted an Italian restaurant with a full bar near International Drive. Vincenzo delivered — Aperol Spritz, Italian wine, happy hour specials, and handmade pasta. Complete evening."

Rebecca
Nashville — OpenTable
★★★★★

"Full bar plus Italian dinner on International Drive. Vincenzo's cocktail program is serious, the wine list is curated, and the food is handmade. This is not a chain bar with pasta on the side."

Jason
Boston — Google

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Does Vincenzo have a full bar?

Yes. Vincenzo offers craft cocktails, Italian wines, beer, and spirits alongside a full Italian dinner menu on International Drive.

Q: What cocktails does Vincenzo serve?

Negroni, Aperol Spritz, espresso martini, seasonal specials, and more.

Q: Does Vincenzo have happy hour?

Yes. Monday all night, Tuesday through Friday 5-7 PM, Wine Down Wednesday, Martini Tuesday.

Q: Is there an Italian restaurant with a full bar near me on International Drive?

Yes. Vincenzo is on International Drive near ICON Park, convenient for guests searching for a restaurant with a bar near I-Drive, cocktails near me, or dinner with drinks near Orlando attractions.

Q: Does Vincenzo have wine?

Yes, Italian and domestic wine list, by the glass and bottle.

Q: Can I have dinner at the bar?

The full Italian dinner menu is available during bar service.

Q: Is Vincenzo near ICON Park?

Yes, on International Drive near ICON Park.

Q: Is Vincenzo near the Orange County Convention Center?

Yes, on International Drive convenient to the OCCC area.

Q: Is valet parking available?

Yes. Complimentary valet parking every evening.

Q: What are Vincenzo's hours?

Open 7 days, 5 PM to 10 PM. Reservations available online or by calling (407) 745-4030.

Vincenzo Cucina Italiana is located at 8255 International Drive, Suite 112, Orlando, FL 32819, inside International Drive. Open seven days a week for dinner from 5 PM to 10 PM. Reservations recommended. Call (407) 745-4030.

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