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Ben's Chili Bowl

Average Cost: $

Phone: 202-667-0909

Categories: Breakfast , Burgers , Sandwiches , Diner , Chili , Hot Dogs , Late-Night Dining , Wings

Features: Handicap Access , Kid Friendly , Smoke Free , Vegetarian Friendly

A Washington, DC landmark since 1958, Ben's Chili Bowl has been known locally and nationally for its chili half-smokes, chili dogs, chili and milkshakes even before President Barack Obama became a regular.

"The half-smoke is sensational! A taut-skinned smoky link unique to the D.C. area, it is bigger than most hot dogs, well-browned on the griddle. It is firm-fleshed with an unbelievably luscious character."
— Michael Stern, Roadfood.com, Oct. 14, 2009  No alcohol available. Serving breakfast Mon–Sat, lunch and dinner until late night daily.
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1213 U St NW, Washington, DC 20009
LOCALEATS AWARDS
Top 100 Restaurant

Best Hot Dogs in Washington

WHAT WE SAY

A Washington, DC landmark since 1958, Ben's Chili Bowl has been known locally and nationally for its chili half-smokes, chili dogs, chili and milkshakes even before President Barack Obama became a regular.





WHAT THEY SAY
"The half-smoke is sensational! A taut-skinned smoky link unique to the D.C. area, it is bigger than most hot dogs, well-browned on the griddle. It is firm-fleshed with an unbelievably luscious character."
— Michael Stern, Roadfood.com, Oct. 14, 2009 
ADDITIONAL INFO
No alcohol available. Serving breakfast Mon–Sat, lunch and dinner until late night daily.

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