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Food & Drink · Washington, Washington

Ben's Chili Bowl (U Street)

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The most iconic Black-owned restaurant in Washington DC — a family institution since 1958, founded by Ben and Virginia Ali on the historic 'Black Broadway.' Home of the half-smoke, DC's signature take on a hot dog: a grilled pork and beef sausage served with Ben's spicy homemade chili sauce. Remained open during the 1968 riots following MLK's assassination, feeding activists and first responders a

Address1213 U St NW, Washington, DC 20009
Phone(202) 667-0909
HoursSun-Thu 11am-2am, Fri-Sat 11am-4am
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