Where to Eat Near Epic Universe Orlando

Dining Near Epic Universe on International Drive

When people search for where to eat near Epic Universe, they are usually looking for something better than what they can find inside the park. Vincenzo Cucina Italiana on International Drive is exactly that. A family-owned Italian restaurant, convenient to the Universal Orlando area, serving handmade pasta, USDA Prime steaks, fresh seafood, craft cocktails, and Italian wine every evening from 5 to 10 PM. Whether you are eating before the park, after the park, or skipping park food altogether for a real dinner, Vincenzo is a strong choice with 4,000+ guest reviews to back it up.

Before Epic Universe

Vincenzo opens at 5 PM, making it a natural choice for a pre-park dinner if you are heading to Epic Universe for an evening visit. Start with an appetizer, enjoy a full Italian meal, and head to the park with a satisfied stomach. If you arrive between 5 and 7 PM Tuesday through Friday, you also catch happy hour with craft cocktails, wine, and beer. Monday nights offer all-night happy hour. Eating before the park means you avoid the in-park food rush and start your evening right.

After Epic Universe

Most guests visiting Epic Universe eat at Vincenzo after the park. After a full day of attractions, the walk from the parking lot to a restaurant can feel like one too many steps. Vincenzo's complimentary valet eliminates that problem. Pull up, hand your keys over, and walk straight into a warm Italian dining room. The kitchen serves until 10 PM, so even if you leave the park late, there is time for a proper sit-down dinner.

The Menu

• ✦ Handmade pasta: gnocchi, lobster ravioli, pappardelle, lasagna, tortellini
• ✦ USDA Prime steaks: filet mignon, bone-in ribeye, New York strip
• ✦ Fresh seafood: Chilean sea bass, Florida grouper, salmon, scallop risotto
• ✦ Appetizers: bruschetta, burrata, calamari, meatballs
• ✦ Full bar: espresso martini, Aperol Spritz, craft cocktails, Italian wines
• ✦ Desserts: tiramisu, chocolate torte, cannoli

Happy Hour and Weekly Specials

Vincenzo runs happy hour Tuesday through Friday from 5 to 7 PM with craft cocktails, wine, and beer. Monday nights are all-night happy hour. Wine Down Wednesday gives you special wine pricing all evening all evening long. Martini Tuesday features specialty martinis at the bar. These specials make Vincenzo an easy pre-park or early-evening stop for visitors in the Epic Universe area.

Families and Groups

Visiting Epic Universe with a big group or a full family? Vincenzo handles it. The menu works for everyone, from kids who want a plate of pasta to adults who want a USDA Prime filet. The atmosphere is warm and comfortable, not fussy. Groups of all sizes are welcome with reservations. For private parties, the Amalfi Room seats 15 to 50 guests with all-inclusive packages. Full restaurant buyouts are also available for larger events. Call (407) 745-4030.

Location on International Drive

Vincenzo Cucina Italiana is located at 8025 International Drive, Orlando, FL 32819, convenient to the Universal Orlando area including Epic Universe, Universal Studios, Islands of Adventure, and the I-Drive corridor. The restaurant is also close to ICON Park and the Orange County Convention Center. Complimentary valet parking is available every evening.

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