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Dōgon by Kwame OnwuachiB+

1330 Maryland Ave SW, Washington, DC 20024 · West African restaurant, Restaurant · Southwest Washington

Bold Afro-Caribbean flavors in a stylish hotel setting with standout sauces and seafood, but service pacing and value consistency vary; book if you love creative diaspora cooking and do not mind high prices.

The verdict

Dōgon by Kwame Onwuachi delivers exceptional food quality with standout sauces and seafood, anchored by a striking hotel setting that elevates the dining experience. However, inconsistent execution in pacing, seating delays, and documented shellfish cross-contact concerns prevent a higher grade. The restaurant excels in flavor and ambiance but needs more reliable service and safety protocols to compete with the area's premier dining destinations.

One caveat: Pacing can be erratic: long initial waits, then rapid plate drops

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Opening Hours

Monday Tuesday17:00–22:00 Wednesday17:00–22:00 Thursday17:00–22:00 Friday17:00–22:00 Saturday17:00–22:00 Sunday
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