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So, you have the means to land a seat for R.J. Cooper’s pricey tasting menu at the newly opened Rogue 24, eh? Better get ready to sign a contract.

EaterDC has gotten their hands on a copy of the document — no, really, there’s a binding contract — which diners have to sign before they’re allowed to sit down for a 16- or 24-course “three and a half hour event” inside the 52-seat restaurant. Among the caveats which diners must abide by: no cameras, no cell phones, no tweeting, and severe penalties for those who don’t honor their reservation:

Beyond that, diners must agree to the restaurant’s cancellation policy and give up their credit card information. If reservations are canceled within 72 hours of the dinner (up to 3 p.m. on the day of the reservation), diners are on the hook for half of the check. Cancellations after 3 p.m. on the day of or showing up more than 30 minutes late for their dinners earn a 100-percent charge. Considering that meals run $175 per person for the full 24-course Journey menu with beverage pairings, forgetful and tardy diners can quickly run up a hefty charge without enjoying a single bite.

The contract doesn’t force diners to consent to enjoy Cooper’s “dishes that excite the senses, tantalize the palate and awaken curiosity” in silent reverence, so at least there’s that.