4,000+ reviews · Google 4.5 · OpenTable 4.7 · TripAdvisor 4.3
Continue the luxury at Vincenzo. Grande Lakes guests, your Italian dinner awaits on I-Drive.
4,000+ reviews · Google 4.5 · OpenTable 4.7 · TripAdvisor 4.3
“I have been to hundreds of Italian restaurants across the country. Vincenzo ranks in my top five. The pasta is clearly handmade and the sauces are exceptional.”
Richard T., San Francisco • TripAdvisor
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
Guests at JW Marriott Grande Lakes expect excellence, and Vincenzo Cucina Italiana on International Drive delivers it in a way that feels personal rather than performative. This is a family-owned Italian restaurant with over 4,000 reviews, handmade pasta, USDA Prime steaks, and a wine program that goes well beyond the usual tourist-area offerings.
The ossobuco — slow-braised veal shank over saffron risotto — is the signature dish, and it earns its reputation with every bite. The lobster ravioli is made in-house with Maine lobster and ricotta, finished in a creamy lobster sauce that is rich without being heavy. The Chilean sea bass with prosecco butter, fried artichoke, and broccolini is a plate that belongs at a fine-dining restaurant.
For guests who want steak, the USDA Prime Creekstone Farms selection includes a 10-ounce filet mignon, a 14-ounce NY strip, and a 20-ounce bone-in ribeye. All are hand-cut, cooked to order, and served with truffle butter or garlic herb butter.
The wine list features Italian and California selections curated to complement the menu. The cocktail program includes classic Negronis, Aperol Spritzes, Espresso Martinis, and seasonal creations.
A Scratch Kitchen on I-Drive
Every dish at Vincenzo is cooked to order. Fresh pasta, Prime steaks, seafood — no shortcuts.
Vincenzo is owned and run by the Navarra Group, a family with more than three decades of experience in the hospitality industry. They opened Vincenzo on International Drive in 2014 and have built it into one of Orlando's most reviewed Italian restaurants, with over 4,000 guest reviews across Google, OpenTable, and TripAdvisor.
The family's approach is simple: cook everything from scratch, treat every guest like family, and never cut corners. That philosophy shows up in details that matter — the hand-rolled gnocchi, the house-made sauces, the fresh bread, and the servers who remember your name.
Whether you are celebrating an anniversary, hosting a rehearsal dinner in the Amalfi Room, or just stopping in after a day at the parks in shorts and sneakers, the Navarra family makes sure you feel at home.
It is that personal touch — combined with serious cooking — that separates Vincenzo from every other Italian restaurant on International Drive.
I have been to hundreds of Italian restaurants across the country. Vincenzo ranks in my top five. The pasta is clearly handmade and the sauces are exceptional.
Richard T., San Francisco • TripAdvisor
Black Angus from Creekstone Farms
Hand-cut, cooked to order, served with truffle butter and fresh sides every evening.
The drive from JW Marriott Grande Lakes to Vincenzo takes about 12-15 Min via International Drive. It is a short journey from the resort world to a family-owned Italian restaurant that Grande Lakes guests find surprisingly refreshing.
Vincenzo sits at ICON Park at 8255 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819. Complimentary valet parking is available every evening — a detail that luxury hotel guests appreciate and that most I-Drive restaurants do not offer.
The International Drive dining scene offers a more relaxed, more personal alternative to resort restaurants. The prices are fair, the atmosphere is welcoming, and the food at Vincenzo is made entirely from scratch every night.
For guests who prefer not to drive, a rideshare from the resort area to ICON Park takes the same 12-15 Min and is a convenient option. The return trip is easy — International Drive is well-connected to the Grande Lakes area.
Came for a convention dinner with colleagues. The tortellini with filet tips blew everyone away. Great spot for business dining without the corporate feel.
James H., Seattle • OpenTable
Dishes That Earn the Reviews
Chicken parm. Gnocchi. Lobster ravioli. These are the dishes that generate 4,000+ reviews.
The full bar at Vincenzo goes well beyond wine and beer. Guests can enjoy handcrafted cocktails like the Espresso Martini, classic Negronis, Aperol Spritzes, and a curated list of Italian and California wines by the glass or bottle.
Happy hour runs Monday all night and Tuesday through Friday from 5 to 7 PM, with $4 bottled beers, $7 wines by the glass, $10 cocktails, and select small bites. On Wednesdays, Wine Down Wednesday drops all wines by the glass to half price for the entire evening.
For groups, Vincenzo offers the Amalfi Room for private events of 15 to 50 guests, semi-private dining arrangements, and full restaurant buyouts for parties of 150 or more. Custom Italian menus, AV equipment, and dedicated event coordinators make planning simple.
Whether it is drinks after a long day, a quiet dinner with the family, or a planned celebration for a group, Vincenzo handles it all with the kind of ease you would expect from a restaurant that has hosted over 1,500 private events.
Celebrated our 25th anniversary here. The ambiance was lovely, the wine pairing was spot on, and the tiramisu was the best we have ever had.
The Petersons, Milwaukee • OpenTable
Recipes That Travel Through Generations
Lasagna with bechamel. Meatballs in San Marzano sauce. Italian food the way it was meant to taste.
JW Marriott Grande Lakes guests choose Vincenzo because it delivers something that most Orlando restaurants cannot: a genuine, family-owned Italian dinner experience in the heart of International Drive. No gimmicks. No tourist pricing. No assembly-line cooking. Just real food made by real people.
No dress code. No pretense. Kids welcome. Vacation clothes welcome. Business groups welcome. Birthday parties, anniversaries, and casual weeknight dinners all belong here.
That is the whole point of Vincenzo: a restaurant that works for everyone because the family behind it has spent thirty years figuring out how to make every guest feel like they belong.
Vincenzo is about 12-15 Min from JW Marriott Grande Lakes. 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. You can 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 always welcome.
Absolutely. Kids 10 and under have their own menu starting at $13 with a beverage included. The atmosphere is relaxed and comfortable. No dress code — vacation clothes, strollers, and families are all 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.