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20+

years supporting the autism community

10%

of the blue menu special proceeds donated

18

participating venues across 5 cities

100%

of venues KutlureCity certified

About Autism Awareness Month

For over 20 years, Tao Group Hospitality has been committed to supporting the autism community, a mission first championed by Chef Ralph Scamardella and one that continues to grow across our venues today. Each year, we feature specially curated blue menu items at our restaurants, with 10% of proceeds benefiting autism awareness charities. Beyond our dining rooms, we invest in the next generation through a work-study culinary program for high school students with autism in New York, giving them hands-on kitchen experience, teamwork skills, and the confidence to build a future in hospitality. We also proudly participate in charitable events across New York and Las Vegas to further amplify our impact. And because inclusion doesn’t stop at the door, all of our restaurants are trained annually by KultureCity to become sensory inclusive venues, ensuring that every guest, regardless of sensory needs, feels welcome, comfortable, and cared for from the moment they walk in.

Our Partner Charities

Autism Speaks

The world’s leading autism science and advocacy organization.

Eden II Programs

Services for people with autism throughout New York

Grant a Gift

Supporting autism education and therapy access nationwide

KultureCity

Training Tao Group Hospitality venues to be sensory inclusive for every guest