- "Grab a chili half smoke with everything and some chili cheese fries (papas fritas con queso)!"(34 Tips)
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- Andy HarrisonFebrero 24, 2013This place is busy, but the food is great! If you don't want to wait in the long line, try getting a spot at the bar.
- GourmetLiveOctubre 18, 2010Past customers read like the end of an African-American history book: Ellington, Carmichael, Cosby, and now, Obama, who ordered what every guide book would recommend: chili, sweet tea, & cheese fries.
- AbDiciembre 18, 2014Super "famous" at this point, but I'm not sure the folks who run it have noticed. The food's great, unhealthy but delish
- Laura CovingtonMayo 23, 2012if you book ahead, you can have a large party in the back room. makes for an amazing business lunch. who can say no to veggie chili cheese fries?
- Juan MontoyaMayo 8, 2015Great late night food...gotta get the iconic half smoke, chilli cheese fries, and chilli cheese dog!
- Jaime SunwooDiciembre 11, 2016Half smoke with chili, onions, & mustard. Yum yum yum. The owner there looks so regal. 👑🌭
- EdreaMayo 31, 2012Nothing beats a chili half smoke for a late night snack! :P Truly legendary. Don't forget the cash! Avoid the lines... come at odd hours! :)
- Amy GaskinsEnero 23, 2012Most iconic restaurant in DC that, amazingly, hasn't turned too touristy. Grab a chili half smoke with everything and some chili cheese fries!
- Charita S.Septiembre 26, 2010Ahh such WONDERFUL memories. I've enjoyed chili fries and Half Smokes here since 1990. All who are Cardozo Alumni had to have stopped in here at least once....or many more. The place is packed after l Leer más
- John BoothJulio 12, 2016Believe the hype, friendly service and amazing food. The smoke chilli half is incredible.
- Audrey ADiciembre 22, 2012CASH ONLY! If you can't tolerate spice, the chili will make you sweat. Service is fast and the line goes quick!
- Mark Neurohr-PierpaoliAbril 28, 2015Try the Half-Smoke Chili Hot Dog - Half Smoke Chili Dog at the famous Ben's Chili Bowl in Washington DC (via @Foodspotting)
- Travel ChannelNoviembre 15, 2010The half-smoke is a half-pork, half-beef sausage native to DC, generously covered with Ben's chili. The result – unparalleled deliciousness. – Adam Richman, Man v. Food Leer más
- Francis Page Jr.Septiembre 21, 2012You gotta try the half-smoked hot dog with chili, onions and mustard. French fries and a Coke. My Favorite:)
- FiOS 50Noviembre 23, 2011The line winds out the door at Ben's Chili Bowl at what seems like all times of day. Try the chili half smoke - Ben's signature dish and a favorite of Bil Cosby's!
- MariJulio 5, 2013They're known for their chili dogs but the cheeseburger with chili sauce is also pretty rad.
- Dan 4Enero 29, 2012Veggie Chili is pretty good, and filling meal worth the drive if you are close anyway, so you can eat the same place Obama ate
- Annie MattEnero 28, 2018Great for late night food. Chilli cheese fries are the perfect way to the end the night. DC landmark
- Brett GJulio 20, 2015Vegetarian? You have to try the veggie chili and/or veggie chili dog. Life changing.
- Justin SchuckFebrero 4, 2011Get the Chili Half Smoke w/ Mustard & Onions -- even if you don't like mustard, onions or chili. Heck, even if you don't like meat. This is why God made Ben.
- Jim WilliamsAgosto 13, 2012This is a DC must. The chilli is hot and plentiful and as a hot dog lover you can't beat Ben's dogs.
- Jimmy KastnerSeptiembre 4, 2014It's the perfect place to hit after a game. Chili dogs hit the spot, but prepare for a long line and no seats.
- Dave HoptonDiciembre 2, 2011Truly legendary. Worth a visit for the pictures of celebrities alone, but the Chili Burger and cheesy chili fries are great.
- SHAWNA PMayo 18, 2018They have turkey & veggie options (some are not listed on the menu, so don’t be too shy to ask).
- Irma ReyesAbril 22, 2013Good chili. Not too spicy and not too mild. But if you get the chili cheese fries, beware, it's not real cheese.
- ChristopherMarzo 3, 2013There is parking in the back for customers. Cash only. Come hungry. Half-smoke for life!!!
- Tuan LeOctubre 13, 2012If you're deciding between the Chili Half-Smoke and Chili Burger, then get the Chili Half-Smoke FOR SURE!!
- William ImperialeOctubre 2, 2011Check out the jukebox while you're there: Amazing collection of R&B that you won't find at any other restaurant!
- Andrew BajwaEnero 25, 2014Totally recommend going here. Delicious. Affordable. A Washington, D.C. Staple. Simply wonderful.
- Emily YaniskoMarzo 15, 2014Half smoke all the way. Only way to do it. Nothing like anything else anywhere else, ever. Nothing better. I stop here after a 13 hour shift because if I'm here, I can't miss the chance to eat several
- E. PerryAgosto 7, 2014Veggie chili is good here actually. It's all about hot dogs and half smokes at 1am.
- If you're vegetarian, order the veggie dog with chili, cheese, mustard and onions. Delightful.
- Walter WhitakerMayo 27, 2014pricey for what it is but very good! cash only and reminds me of my favorite dive back home!
- ToryBurchJunio 26, 2013Tory loves to eat here for a casual lunch with her boys and we love the history behind this DC institution- everyone from Ella Fitzgerald to President Obama has dined here.
- Marc NgNoviembre 10, 2016Well worth a trip. Maybe not the size of portions you might expect in the States but tasty.
- Caroleen WilkesAbril 1, 2012Want good food near where you're standing? Check this notable and one of a kind restaurant. Featured on TV and previously enjoyed by President Barack Obama.
- Justin ThorpOctubre 2, 2011Go there late at night and get a chili half smoke, chili cheese fies & some fruit punch. You won't be disappointed.
- Curtis McLeanNoviembre 10, 2013This place is awesome! The place of legends! No wonder it's so packed but it is fast with the service!
- Try the Half Smoke. Amazing bring cash they don't take credit cards.
- DoubleDeuceMarzo 3, 2015I'm not even a little bit of a fan of this place. It's trashy food that's terrible for everyone. But I still come here because it's unique to the U Street area.
- if you're here, you already knoe about the half smoke. The milkshakes are great too! Vanilla, strawberry, and cherry banana is surprisingly tasty!