If there’s one thing EPCOT in Disney World is known for, it’s probably the FOOD! The entire World Showcase is packed with restaurants, both quick-service and full-service, and if there’s a festival, there’s even more to choose from. We love to dine everywhere, so we can give you the best review and help you decide where to stop during your trip.

Let’s go to Tutto Gusto Wine Cellar in the Italy Pavilion in EPCOT. We’re ready to dive into some great Italian dishes, and we’re taking you along!

Atmosphere

The restaurant is open from 12:30 PM to 9 PM, so it can be great for some late-night options before the park closes. It feels like you’re walking into a real wine cellar with brick everywhere and very little natural light.

It’s dark and relaxing and doesn’t require an Advanced Dining Reservation. When you don’t want to plan your meal weeks in advance, this can be a great spot while you’re in the World Showcase.

Menu

Who’s ready for some Italian Food? They offer some classic Italian dishes, and there are tons of Italians wines to try. The plates are smaller since we’re here to focus on the drinks with a little bit of food on the side.

You can check out cocktails and limoncello, too! While there is no kids’ menu, all members of the family are welcome inside to enjoy some of the bites.

Eats

We started with the Calamari Fritti for $23, which is served with Marinara Piccante.

These were crunchy on the outside and very tender on the inside. It comes with a bit of lemon to squeeze on top, which is one of our favorite parts of calamari. The sauce is pretty spicy since it has red pepper flakes in it, so if you’re not into spice, you might want to ask for another tomato sauce or skip dunking.

We also had the Penne Arrabbiata, which is penne pasta and spicy pomodoro for $16.

When our waiter offered to put cheese on top, you know we couldn’t resist! There was a heavy basil flavor, and the sauce had a subtle tick in the back that we enjoyed. The pasta was cooked perfectly, and when you just need a bowl of something tasty, this is a great option.

We couldn’t resist the Polpette Parmigiana, which features baked meatballs, pomodoro, mozzarella, and parmesan for $11.

The meatballs were really tender and seasoned well. The cheese was very melty, and the red sauce underneath was the perfect level of savory. Kids will probably enjoy this simple take on meatballs, and who doesn’t love melted cheese on top?

Drinks

To drink, we grabbed the Espresso Martini for $18.

We’ve had a lot of espresso martinis in our lives, and this is a really great one. The espresso is super smooth, with a nice coffee flavor. The martini burns at the end of each sip, and overall, it was a really enjoyable option.

We also tried the Limoncello Flight for $14, which comes with all three of their limoncello flavors: Fabrizia Crema di Pistacchio, Fabrizia Sicilian, and Fabrizia Crema Di.

The pistachio-flavored one had a great nutty flavor and tasted very fresh. You could really taste the toastiness of the nuts. The Fabrizia Crema Di one was not quite as strong but had a great creaminess along with a bit of sweetness, which helped offset the burn from the alcohol. At the end of each sip, though, there is definitely a strong alcohol taste. The classic Fabrizia Sicilian was one of the strongest drinks we’ve had at Disney World! It was a bit hard to taste the lemon through the alcohol, but those who love the burn of their drink will really enjoy it.

Nosh or Not

You need to head to Tutto Gusto if…

• You want more of an affordable meal — Okay, so it’s still Disney prices, but believe it or not, $16 for a dish is not nearly as bad as we’ve seen it, including at Tutto Italia Ristorante next door, where the pasta dishes are around $26 and up.
• You’re ready for a more adult-focused restaurant — While kids are welcome, with the limited options and lack of a kids’ menu, we find adults mostly head here. It is a wine cellar after all!
• You need to relax and cool down — We love how dark and cool this restaurant is! When the Florida sun has been beating down on you all day, you’ll be thanking yourself for taking a minute to recover in the air conditioning.

You’re probably okay to skip if…

• You’re looking for a faster and smaller meal — Since there’s a lot to do in EPCOT, you might not want to take the time to sit down and relax. If you’re ready to run to your next Lightning Lane, you might want to grab a quick-service restaurant instead.
• You want a more expansive menu — We recommend going to Tutto Italia Ristorante, also in the Italy Pavilion, and while it is more expensive, it has a significantly bigger menu, including a kids’ menu.
• Italy isn’t one of the pavilions you’re stopping in — While it can be tempting to hit up every single pavilion in the World Showcase, that can be super overwhelming and exhausting, especially if you want to drink and eat at every stop. You’re probably okay skipping the Italy Pavilion for other options.

Overall

We had a great time at Tutto Gusto! The Italian dishes were classic and traditional, and when you need a bowl of pasta you know you’re going to like, this can be a great option. The restaurant is also known for its drink options, and the Limoncello Flight was a fun addition to try. The whole restaurant is dark and cool, and while there isn’t a wild amount of seating, it can be a relaxing space to unwind during your EPCOT day.

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