Ben's Chili Bowl
Hot Dogs
1213 U St NW, Washington, DC, 20009 | Phone: (202) 667-0909
Restaurant Information
- Prices $$
- More Information Breakfast, lunch and dinner served. Open late.
AAA Diamond Program
Noteworthy by meeting the industry-leading standards of AAA inspections.
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AAA Diamond Inspector Notes
The simple diner atmosphere, sizzling hot dogs on the grill and a friendly staff remains unchanged at this iconic landmark in the area. Since 1958 locals, tourists and celebrities (including Nat King Cole, Miles Davis and President Obama) have been coming here to enjoy a chili half-smoke. The chili dog is king, though such healthy choices as veggie, turkey and beef burgers are available.
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