Not to be annoying, but it’s actually Sankofa (not Sankota). Google the word and you’ll see its African origins.

Sankofa is an institution in the African american community, mural is appropriate and very nice.

sweet mural

Destiny De Ve’ — is this an “exclusive” business too based on the “unique” name?

amen Mig. There are a lot of special events there, and it’s a business that has been around for a long time. The owner has been actively involved in the surrounding neighborhoods, with people of all ages (and colors). I don’t really get the objection to a focus on recovering the history that has been lost for a huge segment of the population in the District, but if you’re any ethnic background and have a genuine in interest in films, videos and books by and about people of African descent, then it’s a business you should patronize. If not . . . you’re free to spend your time and your “green” elsewhere, right?

I’ve been there before – a couple of times, actually. The food is fantastic. Yes, like me, you may be the only white folk(s) in there from time to time, but that really shouldn’t be a deterrent as the food is great, the service is excellent and sometimes stepping outside of your comfort zone is a good thing.