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Ben's Chili Bowl

American restaurant · U Street ·

Ben's Chili Bowl

American restaurant · U Street ·
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18 Best Old-School D.C. Restaurants and Bars | Eater DC

"Around since 1958, Ben’s half-smoke covered in chili and cheese is arguably D.C.’s most recognizable dish that’s seeped in history. Find the citywide favorite at the U Street original, its newer outpost on H Street NE, stands in Nationals Park, and now, in Giant grocery stores." - Tierney Plumb

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Historic chain eatery famous for chili half-smokes & milkshakes

1208 U St NW, Washington, DC 20009 Get directions

$10–20

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Historic chain eatery famous for chili half-smokes & milkshakes

1208 U St NW, Washington, DC 20009 Get directions

$10–20

Order delivery
See Menu
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