Rao's

Located in East Harlem, Rao's is a historic ten-table Italian restaurant. It is famously known for its extreme exclusivity, where securing a reservation is nearly impossible unless you are personally invited by a regular.

Commenters predominantly criticize Rao's for its artificial scarcity and high prices, describing the elite setup as pretentious and absurd. Many viewers express a strong preference for casual hole-in-the-wall spots or home-cooked meals over such exclusive fine-dining establishments.