Dōgon by Kwame Onwuachi is an Afro-Caribbean restaurant located in the Salamander Washington DC hotel, where the chef highlights the culinary heritage of the African diaspora. Inspired by the Dogon tribe of Mali and Benjamin Banneker’s legacy, the space combines history, artistry, and bold flavors. Designed by Modellus Novus, it features domed ceilings, lilac tones, and starlit lighting. The open kitchen serves vibrant, shareable dishes with Nigerian, Jamaican, Trinidadian, and Creole influences. Signature items include carrot tigua, lobster escovitch, wagyu short rib with red stew jam, and house-baked coco bread with malted sorghum butter. Named one of North America’s 50 Best Restaurants, Dōgon celebrates ancestral craftsmanship while offering a modern, inviting dining experience that unites cultures and generations.