Some restaurants feed you. And then there are the ones that stay with you. Dōgon is the latter.
Lesbifriends Travel invites you to join us for an elevated evening of Afro-Caribbean cuisine, intentional community, and the kind of dinner that reminds you why food is culture, at one of the most celebrated restaurants in the country, Dōgon by Kwame Onwuachi at Salamander Washington DC.
There are only 5 tickets available, making this a total group of 6 Lesbifriends (including Lisa).
A Little About Dōgon:
Chef Kwame Onwuachi is a James Beard Award-winning chef, author, and cultural force, and Dōgon is his love letter to the African diaspora and the city of Washington, DC. Rooted in the legacy of Benjamin Banneker and the West African Dogon tribe, the restaurant serves vibrant, soulful cuisine through an Afro-Caribbean lens drawing from Chef Kwame's Nigerian, Jamaican, Trinidadian, and Creole heritage.
This isn't just a restaurant. It's a statement.
Recognized by the New York Times, Bon Appétit, TIME, Condé Nast Traveler, and The World's 50 Best, Dōgon has earned its flowers many times over and we are ready to experience it together.
We got a taste of what this team can do at their annual Family Reunion event at their sister hotel last summer, and we've been waiting for the right moment to go back ever since. This is that moment.
Cost:
Dinner at Dōgon is a true experience and the menu reflects that. Budget approximately $150 per person for an appetizer, entrée, and beverage. That's our honest estimate so you can plan accordingly.
Everyone pays for what they order.
Here's how it'll work:
Bring cash if you can, the restaurant may not accommodate multiple cards or split checks.
If they don't split, your host (Lisa) will cover the table and you can send your portion via CashApp, Venmo, or Zelle.
Reserve Your Spot - $25 Deposit Required
Because this is an intimate group of 6, every seat matters. If you don't show, someone else misses out, and Dōgon also charges for no-shows on reservations like this. So, we're collecting a $25 non-refundable deposit to hold your seat.
This deposit goes toward your overall dinner cost.
This is a meet-up opportunity, not an official Lesbifriends Travel partnered event. We are not affiliated with the restaurant, we’re simply gathering our crew for a premium night out.
Parking and Transportation:
Parking directly near the restaurant is limited. If you plan to drive, the easiest option is to look for street parking on nearby residential streets and take a short walk or rideshare to the restaurant.
Street parking is commonly available on:
• Maryland Ave SW (farther west of the hotel)
• 7th St SW
• 6th St SW
• G St SW
• I St SW
• K St SW
• Maine Ave SW near the Wharf area
Most of these spots are about a 5 to 15 minute walk from the restaurant. Some may be metered or have time limits depending on the time of day.
Valet is available at the hotel. The first three hours are $30, after that the rate jumps to $48 for 0-2 hours.
Many guests prefer to park a few blocks away and take a quick Uber or Lyft to the restaurant. Rideshare from home is also strongly encouraged since parking in this area can be unpredictable.
The Menu
Check out the full menu HERE.
Here's a taste of what's waiting for you:
Snacks
Charbroiled Oysters, Oxtail Patties, Jerk 'Shroom
With Bread
Mom Dukes Shrimp, BBQ Greens
Small Share
Piri Piri Salad, Suya Pork Belly, Curry Beef Tartar, Tuna Shito, Ben's Bowl, Hoe Crab
Large Share
Wagyu NY Strip, Curry Branzino, Chicken and Rice, Brown Stew Snapper, Braised Wagyu Oxtails, Island Squash
Sweet
Rum Cake, Cherries & Cream, Turmeric Cheesecake
Menu subject to change.
Who This Is For:
Black queer women and non-binary folks who love:
Elevated dining experiences that go beyond the meal
Supporting Black culinary excellence at the highest level
Good food, great conversation, and even better company
Come solo. Leave connected.
Lesbifriends Travel invites you to pull up a chair, order everything that catches your eye, and spend an evening at a table full of good people, at one of the most celebrated kitchens in the country.
Tickets must be purchased individually, as each guest is required to sign a photo release/waiver and agree to our terms & conditions. If purchasing for someone else, please enter their full name and email at checkout for registration.
Please note: You must click the "Complete Payment" button at the bottom of the registration page in order to pay and secure your spot. Spots are only guaranteed when deposit is paid in full.
Cancellation Policy
Guests may cancel their reservation up until March 31. Because of payment processing and administrative costs, refunds will be issued as $15 of the $25 deposit
When this event is full, complete the form below to be added to the waitlist. If space becomes available, we will reach out in the order requests are received.
By attending this group outing, you agree to being photographed. However, if communicated, we will try our best not to capture you in photos and post you publicly. That request must be communicated ahead of time/at the beginning of the outing to photographer and host.