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Ben's Chili Bowl

Washington, D.C., DC

About Ben's Chili Bowl

A legendary U Street landmark since 1958, Ben's Chili Bowl has fed everyone from Barack Obama to Anthony Bourdain. Famous for its half-smokes and chili dogs, it's an essential stop for fans heading to events at Capital One Arena or Audi Field. The neon-lit counter is a rite of passage for any DC visitor.

Located in Washington, D.C..

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Ben's Chili Bowl Address, Photos & Visitor Answers

Address: Ben's Chili Bowl is located in Washington, D.C., DC.

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Hours: Ben's Chili Bowl hours can vary by event day and season. Check official local listings before heading out.

Transit: If you are planning transit access to Ben's Chili Bowl, check local bus and train schedules in Washington, D.C..

How Fans Usually Use Ben's Chili Bowl

Ben's Chili Bowl works best as a pregame and recovery food anchor in Washington, D.C..

  1. Before the Main Event: Use Ben's Chili Bowl as your setup point before heading into the busiest event window.
  2. During Peak Crowd Hours: Pair this stop with nearby venue routes and monitor local event timing for faster transitions.
  3. After the Event: Layer Ben's Chili Bowl into your closeout plan with additional food/nightlife/attraction options from linked city pages.

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About Ben's Chili Bowl

Ben's Chili Bowl is a popular spot for fans visiting Washington, D.C.. A legendary U Street landmark since 1958, Ben's Chili Bowl has fed everyone from Barack Obama to Anthony Bourdain. Famous for its half-smokes and chili dogs, it's an essential stop for fans heading to events at Capital One Arena or Audi Field. The neon-lit counter is a rite of passage for any DC visitor.

Ben's Chili Bowl is located in Washington, D.C., DC.

Ben's Chili Bowl is located in Washington, D.C., DC.

Use the gallery image on this page and nearby recommendations to preview Ben's Chili Bowl before you visit.

Ben's Chili Bowl hours can vary by event day and season. Check official local listings before heading out.

If you are planning transit access to Ben's Chili Bowl, check local bus and train schedules in Washington, D.C..