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Ben's Chili Bowl
Hot Dog Joint, Burger Joint, and Diner$$$$
U-Street, Washington
This hot dog joint is famous for their chili. It's one of the most popular in the city!
"Grab a chili half smoke with everything and some chili cheese fries!"(22 Tips)
"everyone from Ella Fitzgerald to President Obama"(16 Tips)
"Bill Cosby is the only person who eats free at Ben's Chili Bowl."(11 Tips)
"Travelers: Get the chili dog and chili half smoke to get super full!"(30 Tips)
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👨 Gombz.April 26, 2011Don't believe the hype! Tourist trap with mediocre chili dogs at best, sorry dudes.
Özge aJanuary 9, 2018chili bowl un merkez şubesi. Denemeniz kesinlikle önerilir ama sevmesi garanti değil :)
Nazan KeyikSeptember 25, 2017Sözde en iyilerden...hor doğ berbat özellikle üzerine koydukları saçma sapan soğanlı sos rezillll
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Ben's Chili Bowl is a black-owned American restaurant located in Washington, DC.
Closed until 11:00 AM tomorrow (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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