4,000+ reviews · Google 4.5 · OpenTable 4.7 · TripAdvisor 4.3
After the dolphins and coasters, sit down to something real. Italian near SeaWorld.
4,000+ reviews · Google 4.5 · OpenTable 4.7 · TripAdvisor 4.3
“The linguine frutti di mare had more seafood than I have seen at restaurants twice the price. Fresh, perfectly cooked, generous portions. Five stars.”
Lisa W., Washington DC • Google
The Menu
Housemade pasta, steaks, seafood, chicken parmigiana, lasagna, cocktails, wine, desserts, and a kids menu — all served in a relaxed, welcoming atmosphere.
Keep reading to learn more about Vincenzo
After a day of roller coasters and dolphin shows, SeaWorld-area hotel guests deserve more than chain restaurant pasta. Holiday Inn Express SeaWorld visitors who drive a few minutes north to International Drive find Vincenzo — where the gnocchi is made by hand, the steaks are Prime, and the atmosphere feels nothing like a theme park.
The menu is built for variety: start with the lobster bisque or the burrata appetizer, then move into chicken parmigiana, scallop risotto, linguine with clams, or a 10-ounce filet mignon with truffle butter. The penne Verona with chicken, sundried tomatoes, and prosciutto in basil tomato cream is a guest favorite that rarely gets mentioned in reviews because people are too busy ordering it again.
Every sauce is house-made. Every pasta shape is chosen for how it holds the sauce. Every steak is hand-cut from Creekstone Farms Black Angus. This is serious Italian cooking in a casual, family-friendly setting.
Desserts — tiramisu, Nutella cheesecake, chocolate mousse, limoncello cake — are all made in-house and are absolutely worth saving room for.
Handmade Pasta & Italian Classics
Every dish is made from scratch, every night. This is what dinner at Vincenzo looks like.
Behind every dish at Vincenzo is a family with over thirty years of restaurant experience. The Navarra Group opened this restaurant in 2014 and has spent the past decade proving that International Drive can support an independent Italian restaurant that competes with — and often surpasses — the best in Orlando.
With 4,000+ reviews across major platforms, the track record is established. But what makes Vincenzo endure is not the review count — it is the consistency. Guests who came in 2015 come back in 2026 and find the same quality, the same warmth, and the same commitment to doing things the right way.
The Amalfi Room handles private dining for 15 to 50 guests, and full buyouts accommodate groups of up to 150. Custom menus, AV equipment, and event coordination are all included. More than 1,500 events have been hosted to date.
Vincenzo is the rare restaurant on International Drive that was built to last — and has.
We are locals who eat out weekly. Vincenzo is consistently our best meal. The salmon is hormone-free, the pasta is handmade, and the bar program is legit.
Andrea & Tom, Winter Park • Google
Black Angus from Creekstone Farms
Hand-cut, cooked to order, served with truffle butter and fresh sides every evening.
Vincenzo sits at ICON Park on International Drive, about 8-10 Min from Holiday Inn Express SeaWorld. The drive is straightforward — no highway merges, no confusing exits — just a quick trip along one of Orlando's most familiar roads.
Complimentary valet parking is available every evening. Pull up to the entrance, hand the keys to the valet, and walk straight to your table. No garages. No meters. No circling.
International Drive is more than just hotels and attractions. It is a dining corridor with dozens of options, and Vincenzo has established itself as the top independent Italian restaurant in the area through quality, consistency, and genuine hospitality.
The restaurant is also conveniently located near SeaWorld, Universal, the Convention Center, and the I-Drive entertainment district. Whether you are coming from Holiday Inn Express SeaWorld or anywhere else in the area, the drive is easy and the valet makes arriving effortless.
Came here after reading the reviews and they were all accurate. The chicken marsala was tender, the mushroom sauce was incredible. Very happy we found this place.
The Chen Family, Vancouver • Google
The Dishes People Come Back For
Chicken parmigiana with spaghetti. Fettuccine alfredo with jumbo shrimp. Made fresh, every night.
Beyond the kitchen, Vincenzo's bar program has become a destination in its own right. The bartenders craft classic Negronis, Aperol Spritzes, and Espresso Martinis with care, and the wine list features both Italian and California selections that complement the menu beautifully.
Happy hour is available Monday all night and Tuesday through Friday from 5 to 7 PM: $4 bottled beers, $7 house wines, $10 cocktails. Wine Down Wednesday takes it further with half-price wines by the glass all night. These specials draw locals and hotel guests alike.
Private dining in the Amalfi Room seats 15 to 50 guests for rehearsal dinners, birthday celebrations, corporate events, and family gatherings. Full restaurant buyouts accommodate up to 150. Every event includes custom Italian menus, AV capabilities, and complimentary valet.
Vincenzo has hosted more than 1,500 events. The team knows how to handle groups of every size without losing the personal touch that makes each evening feel special.
Romantic atmosphere without being stuffy. Great wine list. The sea bass was cooked perfectly. This is our new go-to Italian spot.
Amanda & Jake, Pittsburgh • Google
Made the Way It Should Be
Homemade lasagna. Meatballs with San Marzano sauce. The Italian food you remember, done right.
Holiday Inn Express SeaWorld guests who eat at Vincenzo always say the same thing: this was the best dinner of our trip. It happens because the Navarra family runs this restaurant like their reputation depends on every plate — because it does.
Kids eat well for $13. Adults enjoy handmade Italian food and craft cocktails. Nobody has to dress up. Nobody has to make reservations weeks in advance. Walk-ins are welcome every night.
Vincenzo is casual Italian done right. Upscale vibes, casual comfort, and food that makes you plan your next visit before you have finished the first.
Vincenzo is about 8-10 Min from Holiday Inn Express SeaWorld. The restaurant is at ICON Park on International Drive, 8255 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819. Complimentary valet parking is available every evening.
Yes. Book on OpenTable or call (407) 745-4030 any time, even last minute. We are open 7 days a week from 5 PM to 10 PM. Walk-ins are welcome too.
Yes. We welcome families every night. Kids 10 and under have their own menu starting at $13. The atmosphere is comfortable and relaxed, not stuffy.
Yes. Show your Epic Universe theme park ticket and receive 10% off your dinner. Valid for dine-in guests during your visit.
Casual to smart casual. You are welcome to come straight from the parks. No dress code enforced, but many guests enjoy dressing up a bit for dinner.
Yes. Complimentary valet parking every evening. Just pull up and we take care of the rest.
Yes. Happy hour Monday all night, Tuesday through Friday 5 to 7 PM. Wine Down Wednesday offers half-price wines by the glass all night.
Yes. Complimentary valet parking is available every evening. Just pull up to the ICON Park entrance and the valet team takes care of the rest. No fees, no garage, no hassle.
Yes. Vincenzo is open 7 days a week from 5 PM to 10 PM. No lunch service. Dinner only. Reservations are available through OpenTable or by calling (407) 745-4030. Walk-ins are welcome.
Handmade pasta, craft cocktails, complimentary valet. Open nightly 5 to 10 PM.
Vincenzo Cucina Italiana is a family-owned Italian restaurant on International Drive, open since 2014. Menu items and prices subject to change. Reservations recommended.