3rd Annual Lunch at Rao's

Wednesday, July 15th, 2026

Smile Farms invites you to an intimate afternoon at Rao’s, one of New York City’s most exclusive dining destinations. With just ten coveted tables and more than 125 years of rich history, Rao’s is more than a restaurant. It is a culinary legend. Steeped in old-school charm and famed for its iconic red-sauce classics, an afternoon at Rao’s feels like stepping behind the velvet curtain into a private club, or better yet, into the warm embrace of an Italian family dining room where every guest is treated like one of their own.

This extraordinary experience is graciously made possible by Rao’s and Smile Farms supporter Greg Calderone and offers a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to enjoy one of the hardest-to-get tables in the city.

All proceeds from this event benefit Smile Farms, as we work to create meaningful work and training opportunities for people with developmental disabilities.

Please contact Alex Zahn at azahn@smilefarms.org with any questions.