4,000+ reviews · Google 4.5 · OpenTable 4.7 · TripAdvisor 4.3
Lake Buena Vista to genuine Italian on I-Drive. The drive makes the dinner sweeter.
4,000+ reviews · Google 4.5 · OpenTable 4.7 · TripAdvisor 4.3
“I expected typical tourist Italian and got something genuinely excellent. The burrata appetizer was worth the drive alone. Fresh, creamy, perfectly seasoned.”
Alicia N., Birmingham • OpenTable
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
The drive from SpringHill Suites Lake Buena Vista to Vincenzo takes 15 to 20 minutes, and Disney-area guests who make the trip come back with the same verdict: best Italian food of the trip. The restaurant sits at ICON Park on International Drive, in the heart of Orlando's most visited corridor.
The chicken parmigiana is a fan favorite — hormone-free chicken breast, breaded and fried, with marinara, melted mozzarella, and spaghetti. The gnocchi, made from potatoes in-house, is served in pomodoro with burrata and basil oil. The Chilean sea bass with prosecco butter and broccolini is a plate that silences the table.
Every steak is USDA Prime Black Angus from Creekstone Farms. The filet mignon comes with truffle butter. The NY strip with garlic herb butter. The 20-ounce bone-in ribeye with rosemary fries. All cooked to order, never assembly-line.
After days of Disney resort dining, Vincenzo feels like a revelation.
A Scratch Kitchen on I-Drive
Every dish at Vincenzo is cooked to order. Fresh pasta, Prime steaks, seafood — no shortcuts.
The Navarra Group opened Vincenzo on International Drive in 2014, bringing over three decades of hospitality experience to one of Orlando's busiest corridors. What started as a neighborhood Italian spot has grown into a restaurant with 4,000+ reviews and a reputation that reaches well beyond the tourist strip.
The difference is in the details: bread baked fresh, sauces simmered for hours, risotto stirred to order, and a team that knows regulars by name. This is not a restaurant that relies on foot traffic. It earns its guests through quality.
The Amalfi Room handles private events for 15 to 50 guests, from rehearsal dinners to corporate receptions. Full restaurant buyouts accommodate up to 150. Custom Italian menus, AV support, and dedicated coordinators simplify the planning.
In a city dominated by corporate dining groups, Vincenzo proves that family-owned restaurants still do it best.
The boneless short rib was braised to perfection. Tender, rich, with a cognac cream sauce that I wanted to drink with a straw. Outstanding meal.
William T., Cincinnati • Google
Black Angus from Creekstone Farms
Hand-cut, cooked to order, served with truffle butter and fresh sides every evening.
The drive from SpringHill Suites Lake Buena Vista to Vincenzo takes about 15-20 Min, mostly along I-4 and International Drive. It is a straightforward route that Disney-area guests make regularly — especially after hearing about the restaurant from other travelers.
Vincenzo sits at ICON Park on International Drive, at 8255 International Dr, Orlando, FL 32819. Complimentary valet parking is available every evening, so you can pull up and walk straight to your table without circling garages or navigating lots.
International Drive is a completely different scene from the Disney corridor — more diverse dining, lower prices, and a relaxed atmosphere that feels like a break from the theme-park bubble. Vincenzo is the standout for Italian.
The restaurant is also convenient to Universal, SeaWorld, the Convention Center, and dozens of major hotels. It sits at the center of Orlando's most visited area, accessible from nearly every direction.
The butternut squash ravioli with truffle cream sauce might be the best dish I have eaten this year. Rich without being heavy. Beautiful flavors.
Derek S., Memphis • Google
Dishes That Earn the Reviews
Chicken parm. Gnocchi. Lobster ravioli. These are the dishes that generate 4,000+ reviews.
Vincenzo's full bar is stocked for more than just wine with dinner. The Espresso Martini is a guest favorite, and the Aperol Spritz delivers a refreshing Italian aperitif that pairs perfectly with bruschetta or a cheese board.
Happy hour runs Monday all night and Tuesday through Friday from 5 to 7 PM. Prices drop to $4 for bottled beer, $7 for wine by the glass, and $10 for cocktails. On Wine Down Wednesdays, every glass of wine is half off all night.
Bring the group after your day out. Pull a few tables together, order appetizers family-style, and let the bartender mix a round of Negronis. That is how Vincenzo nights are meant to go.
For larger gatherings, ask about semi-private dining or the Amalfi Room. Custom menus and group accommodations are available for everything from birthday dinners to post-conference celebrations.
I am a chef and I pay attention to details. The gnocchi here is lighter than most restaurants manage. The pomodoro is simple and perfect. Well done.
Carlos R., Los Angeles • Google
Recipes That Travel Through Generations
Lasagna with bechamel. Meatballs in San Marzano sauce. Italian food the way it was meant to taste.
The reason SpringHill Suites Lake Buena Vista guests keep choosing Vincenzo is simple: the food is excellent, the atmosphere is welcoming, and the experience feels personal. In a corridor full of corporate-owned restaurants, that combination is rare.
Come in shorts and flip-flops after the parks. Come in cocktail attire for date night. Come with kids. Come with clients. Come alone and sit at the bar. Vincenzo accommodates all of it without making anyone feel out of place.
A decade of service, 4,000+ reviews, and a family that still cares about every plate — that is what makes Vincenzo different, and that is why guests come back.
Vincenzo is about 15-20 Min from SpringHill Suites Lake Buena Vista. 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. The Amalfi Room accommodates 15 to 50 guests for private events. Full restaurant buyouts are available for parties up to 150. Custom Italian menus, AV support, and complimentary valet are included.
Vincenzo has a full bar with handcrafted cocktails including Negronis, Aperol Spritzes, Espresso Martinis, and classic martinis. The wine list features Italian and California selections. Happy hour runs Monday all night and Tuesday through Friday 5 to 7 PM.
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.