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Ben's Chili Bowl

U Street, Washington

What to expect

Visit Ben's Chili Bowl, a beloved U Street institution serving half-smokes and chili since 1958. Try: The original half-smoke with chili.

Opening hours

Opening hours aren’t listed here: check Google Maps before you go.

Good to know

  • Picked by our research (Ben's Chili Bowl)
  • Good for lunch, dinner
  • Indoors: fine on a rainy day

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