SOST is a four-level, three-concept culinary and cultural experience located in the heart of Washington, D.C.’s Shaw neighborhood. Named after the Amharic word for “three,” SOST was born from the shared vision of three siblings and stands as a celebration of the Black and African Diaspora in all its depth and brilliance. A café, restaurant, vinyl room, and sky lounge come together under one roof—each level offering its own rhythm, atmosphere, and invitation. The fourth of four floors at SOST, the Sky Lounge is a stylish upstairs retreat designed for intimate gatherings and private experiences. With sleek décor, warm lighting, and a versatile layout, it’s perfect for birthdays, brand activations, networking mixers, or a night of cocktails in the heart of Shaw. AMENITIES -Flexible furniture and built-in sound systems for custom setups. -Full bar service on multiple floors -Photography-friendly spaces, ideal for content creation. -Wi‑Fi, private restrooms, and security cameras for guest safety. -Rooftop -Transit-friendly: located in Shaw on 9th St NW, near metro access Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday Minimum Spend per person: $55 Friday, Saturday Minimum Spend per person: $65 We also have a 20% service charge on all food and beverage spends
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Our team performs a thorough daily cleaning after closing hours to ensure the space is fresh, sanitized, and event-ready each day. We take pride in maintaining a clean and welcoming environment for all guests.
Guests may cancel their Booking until 90 days before the event start time and will receive a full refund (including all Fees) of their Booking Price. Guests may cancel their Booking between 90 days and 14 days before the event start time and receive a 50% refund (excluding Fees) of their Booking Price. Cancellations submitted less than 14 days before the Event start time are not refundable. Learn More