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Ben's Chili Bowl
Hot Dog Joint, Burger Joint, and Diner$$$$
U-Street, Washington
The chili at Ben's Chili Bowl is a can't miss
"Grab a chili half smoke with everything and some chili cheese fries!"(21 Tips)
"... Cosby, and now, Obama, who ordered what every guide book would..."(16 Tips)
"Bill Cosby is the only person who eats free at Ben's Chili Bowl."(11 Tips)
"Try the Bens Original Half Smoked Chili Dog - Mixed beef and pork"(30 Tips)
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Aru SJuly 16, 2010If you come here with friends, tell them what you want to order and camp out in the dining room for a table.
Ananda LeekeJuly 5, 2010If you want to be in the in crowd you may want to check it out as my favorite President has made it one of his places to go when he wants to get off his diet. Tip by Ananda's dad.
Daniel BarojasApril 18, 2012Get the chili half smoke, & ask for it "split & burned" for more crunchy deliciousness
Eli M.March 14, 2010Bypass the line and grab a seat in the back. They table service is solid and you get to enjoy you food in a leisurely manner.
Lillian WaltonDecember 30, 2012Brig cash, order drinks when you get your food not at the register, and only bill Cosby and Obama eat free. Service is meh. Good spicy chili.- best (if not only) place to grab a bite after partying it up on U St. after hours!
Connor TurnerJune 20, 2011It's best to go on an off time, but there is nothing like a Chili Half-Smoke and a large pop. Read more
Albert HsuFebruary 12, 2011Ben's chili half-smoked tasted really great. No wonder lots of famous celebrity come here.
Martin SextonJanuary 15, 2013Best chili this side of the Potomac...washed down with Virginia sweet tea.
Lynnne.August 12, 2010Get A Reg. Hot Dogg.,Wiff Chilli Ketchup Mustard Relish.,Lil Oninons.,&& Fries. YUM. =]
Danielle InsettaApril 13, 2013There was a trading room upstairs. A bit over ten years ago. Wonder if its still there.
- Danielle InsettaApril 13, 2013Just "checked" the hipsters.. Skipped a bunch of them in line. Can't believe the Circus that's here. This place has "hipster changed." Has DC/U street jumped the shark (to add a layer)?
Jason SproesserMarch 10, 2013Window seats make the experience better. It's almost like dinner and a show
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Ben's Chili Bowl is a black-owned American restaurant located in Washington, DC.
Open until 1:00 AM (Show more)
- Mon–Thu, Sun
- 11:00 AM–9:00 PM
- Fri–Sat
- 11:00 AM–1:00 AM
(202) 667-0909
Features
Reservations
Yes
Credit Cards
Yes (incl. American Express & MasterCard)
Outdoor Seating
No
Restroom
Yes
Food & Drink
Menus
Lunch, Dinner, Dessert
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