The chili hit here. For real. Thick. Warm. Seasoned with history. You can tell Ben's Chili Bowl is…read morelegendary for a reason because the chili doesn't taste like it's trying to impress anybody. It already knows its résumé. Rich flavor. Deep spice. That old-school DC confidence in every bite. The chili has weight to it. Not just physically. Culturally. It tastes like a place that has seen generations pull up hungry and leave understanding the assignment. Savory. Comforting. A little messy. The good kind. The kind of chili that makes napkins part of the experience and still feels worth it. The service was on point. Friendly staff. Fast enough. Easy energy. Nobody made things complicated. They kept the line moving and still made the visit feel welcoming, which matters at a busy spot with a name this big. The restrooms were clean too. Always a detail people notice even if they don't say it out loud. Clean restroom. Friendly staff. Solid operation. Respect. The atmosphere feels like DC history with lunch attached. People coming in, taking photos, ordering classics, and soaking up the landmark energy without making it weird. It has that "you should probably stop here at least once" feeling. Ben's Chili Bowl lived up to the hype for me. The chili hit, the service was smooth, the staff was friendly, and the place carries its legendary status well. it's giving... Kendrick Lamar grabbing a half-smoke after shutting down DC.

I've been going to Ben's Chili Bowl since I was a little girl: a DC staple and more than just a…read moretourist spot. The food is delicious, and there is so much lore and history to this place that it's a gratifying place to spend your money. I know they're known for their half-smokes with chili, but I love myself a chili cheeseburger with a side of fries. Sometimes I'll get chili and cheese on my fries instead of the burger. The chili has the right amount of spice and it's really well seasoned. The chili is def more of a topping chili not one you sit down and eat on a cold day with some bread. If you're hitting up the original U St location be mindful of what time you go, ya might struggling to find seating but this is worth a visit!

It was very enjoyable scarfing down two chili cheese with relish hotdogs here while waiting for my…read morewife, my bestie, and their boo. We all enjoyed the hotdogs. It was $24 for my wife and I's order of 3 hotdogs, one Arizona tea and one air heads.

A must stop! This is one of the best hot dogs I have ever had! They take cash or credit card. The…read moreowner is so nice and explains all their toppings and different types of hot dogs. There are some tables and seats across the street from the cart. The food comes out HOT and he has a variety of cold drinks in the coolers around the cart and various snacks!

Yes please! Hot dogs, burgers, chicken oh my! Everything here rocks. I can never skip the chili…read morecheese fries. Huge variety of beers on tap. The holy aioli burger is my fav.

Food quality, flavor, and creative menu: 3.5 - 4 Stars…read morePricing, 2 Stars Overall: 3 Stars Delish and unique hot dog/sausage dogs, unique burgers, fries, fried onion wings, chicken tenders, huge chicken wings, and massive chicken sandwiches. I ordered the Fonz Italian Sausage layered with pastrami (seemed like lunch meat) and melted cheese on top. I think it was provolone. Served on a toasted bun. Filling and satisfying, good flavor. The hot fries was a regular order of fries served with an imbalanced sprinkle sort of dumped on the top layer of fries and not distributed all the way through, which had an extra cost of $2 for the sprinkle of spices, which was an annoying difference in price in my opinion. Solid options for beer and a few ciders. Full bar as well. TVs on the walls only showing sports. You get a table number, order at the counter, pay, and they bring it out to the table number. Casual spot. My immediate thoughts...this place is overpriced. My sausage dog, fries and cider came to $26, plus tax, so about $31 bucks. I repeat, $31 bucks. I honestly felt as though the place was price gauaging. A few other people at my table mentioned the prices and thought they were overpriced. Not much service received, just them bringing the order out. Food was yummy, but I'm not convinced about the value. I have had sausage dogs, hot dogs, fries and beer around the world and I feel this place was overpriced. I like the atmosphere because its a perfect place for casual dining and decent for groups.

Nicholas is the best bartender I've ever had!!!! I'll come back to DC to come back to this bar…read more Great beer and great vibes.

I was really excited to try the Dog Haus menu. I love the variety of sandwich options and who…read moredoesn't love tots? However, I found the food was pretty average. I got a chicken sandwich with onion straws on it and tater tots and it was just... fine. Nothing remarkable or exciting. I would have given the meal three stars. However, I love the physical restaurant and the location. I feel like there aren't menus like this in the area and I love the large indoor and outdoor seating. On a beautiful day this is the place to be! I also loved ordering on a screen and having the food delivered to my table. I'll be back, but for the restaurant, not really for the food.

Solid beef dog with lots of choices of toppings. The beef dogs have a nice snap and the toppings on…read morethe banh mi dog were fresh! The bun was also a great balance. We had the cheesesteak tots and the topping were a little on the cold side so I'd say I'd probably pass on those the next time. The onion rings were thick with a nice crunchy breading. There were some tables to sit inside or outside. The smash burger was juicy and filling. Overall good spot to get your hot dog or smash burger craving filled. Service was decent too

The staff does not greet customers nor say thank you. I've been to this location twice as well as…read morepurchased from their food truck at local events. They've consistently just not been friendly which is aggravating. Isn't grass-fed food supposed to make you feel good? The food is over priced and underwhelming. Protein to meat ratio is off - thin wieners and very thin hamburgers lost in a sea of bread and bun. Like someone else said - go to 7-Eleven. It's more satisfying and people will act like humans there ands talk to you.

The dogs are decent and the drinks are fine, but the last few times I've dropped in to get some…read moregrub, the music volume has been too high to have a conversation with whomever is with me. It's too loud for comfort. I don't understand this recent trend of creating a hostile environment. I'm not going to shout my order at the poor people who have to work there. I would love to be able to make Doghaus a regular weekly dinner spot just to have some variety but can't support a business that actively makes the place unattractive.

food 10/10 Service 10/10…read moreatmosphere 10/10 energy was great!! food was even better. not quite sure why this place isn't packed all the time, very well kept. i had the Hangover burger. it was excellent, and the buns this place uses is top tier. 100% recommend!! excited to come back and give the other food a try!

This little hot dog food truck serves up a modest menu of various styled dogs and sausages, such as…read morethe Jalapeno, the Half Smoke, and the Turkey Dog. You can opt for their combos, which comes with a bag of chips of your choice as well as a can of soda or water, or just the dog itself. After some shopping, the hubs and I tried The Humble Combo (all-beef hot dog with chips (Utz original) and a can of Coke; the hot dog was juicy and yummy, and we topped it with some chili, cheese, and raw onions; it was tasty!), and The Legendary DC Half Smoke (comes in spicy or mild; we opted for the spicy; we topped this off with also chili, cheese, and raw onions; YUM! The sausage was right off the grill, had a nice snap, and had quite a kick to it!). The buns were soft and fresh, and the chili was absolutely delicious - homemade and a great topping option! The owner here is super friendly and welcoming, and you can find this cute cart at the Tanger Outlets on the weekends; make sure you hit them up if you have a craving, and you can also reach out to them via social media to see where they'll show up next! +spicy Half Smoke! +all-beef! +tasty chili! +friendly staff!

Delicious sausages and the best customer service I've ever received. They were fast..helped me make…read moreup my very indecisive mind and extremely patient. Cant wait to catch them again! (Tanger Outlets)

Who was Weenie Beenie and what is it like? We had no idea but we knew they were one of the first,…read moreif not the first, to serve the legendary half-smoke sausages only available in DC. The visit was unique, the story is unique and the food is unique! Let's do this! Established in 1950 or 1954 (reports vary but the sign on the building says 1954), Weenie Beenie was a modest hot dog stand serving hot dogs and beans. It was started by two brothers, Carl and Bill Staton. Bill happened to be an incredible and ultimately famous traveling pool player who went by the name... you guessed it... Weenie Beenie! He won 27k in Arkansas (which is a LOT of money in the 1950's) and used the money to finance the hot dog stand's growth! He appeared on television, played hustlers across the country, and backed other hustlers while living the pool and entrepreneur life. During the 50's, a period of entrenched segregation in Virginia, Weenie Beenie distinguished itself by hiring black employees on the same terms as whites when most white‑owned businesses would not hire blacks at all. This made Weenie Beenie a rare example of early workplace integration in Arlington and a meaningful employer within the historically Black Green Valley community. Its reputation for fairness became a very important part of its legacy, remembered along with the food and its very colorful founder. We popped over and found a 70+ year old walk-up stand with a colorful, diverse and engaging set of customers and friendly service. In faded letters on the front wall to the left are the 10 commandments! No breaking any divine rules at Weenie Beenie's! We all chatted and I learned the one guy comes every day! The old man in the suit was very polite and reserved. The younger Latin and black clientele were fun and engaging and we joked around quite a bit. Another older man was as 38-year veteran of the armed service! Thank you sir! I heard some stories... Of course, we ordered half-smokes! They are well-seasoned half-pork, half beef, smoked sausages that are truly incredible. Weenie Beenie's are unique and delicious! Life is good with a historic, unique, fun and respectful half smoke.

No-frills hotdog, burger, & other cook-out food from a long-time stand near Shirlington…read more Only have 2 run-down picnic tables for seating I came here with my fiance for lunch and we were pretty impressed by the quality of the food! They had a decent selection an everything was prepared very quickly as well Fries are more like potato wedges than a traditional French-fry

The happy hour deals here are insane - $3 hotdogs on Wednesday's, local beer, great staff. They're…read morea fun spot any day of the week and partner with local organizations for fundraisers. Run don't walk to this Midwest dream in DC.

How am I so late to discovering Ivy and Coney I'll never know! I wound up going to check out a…read moreLions game with my friends from Detroit only to discover it's also a Chicago sports bar! As a HUGE Bears fan, this was truly a treat for me and I appreciated everything from the decor to the menu. Chicago dogs? Italian beef? MY HEART! This is the perfect dive bar to catch a game and I absolutely love the environment. As a Chicago(land) native, Ivy and Coney hits home in all the right ways. Tucked away in the Shaw neighborhood, this unassuming spot is a Midwest haven in the heart of DC. Let's start with the food: the Detroit-style pizza is phenomenal. Crispy edges, generous portions (you get 8 slices!), and packed with flavor. Perfect to share! Other notable mentions included the cheese curds, smash burger, or legit Chicago-style dogs. The space itself is exactly what a dive bar should be: cozy, casual, a little rowdy when it needs to be, and full of character. The back bar with the retractable roof is a hidden gem for game days. When I visited it was a beautiful evening and having the roof retracted added a special touch! And the staff? Peak Midwest nice (IYKYK). Friendly, quick, and genuinely happy to see you. Catch me here on Mondays, Thursdays, or Sundays (i.e., whenever my team is on the screen!). Whether you're here for sports, snacks, or just the atmosphere, Ivy and Coney delivers every time. It's my new go-to spot for a slice of home, and if you're from the Midwest (or just love great food and chill vibes), it should be yours too.

If you haven't been here in a while - they have completely revamped their menu. No more sausages…read more But, it's a really interesting menu. Sort of a Texas style place, with chilli and potatoes. The names are unique, and don't be afraid to ask what things are. The portions are not huge, so you can try different things. This is an owner operated business, so you're likely meet the owner and there and they have been doing this for quite a while. Seating inside is limited, but the outside seating nis now covered. It's great. If you haven't been in a while, come back and try out the new menu.

Stopped by Meats & Foods recently and immediately picked up on its friendly vibe. The interior has…read morea cool, eclectic feel that's different from your standard spot. Their menu is focused and concise, which I always appreciate - it suggests they do a few things really well. There's counter seating inside if you want to watch the action, and some high-top tables out front for enjoying the neighborhood buzz. I took a chance on the pork sausage with sauerkraut, and it was spot on. The portion size was definitely satisfying. Pro-tip: Definitely add jalapeños and spicy brown mustard for a fantastic kick! I'll definitely be back to try some of their other offerings and would absolutely recommend this place if you're in the area. Just a heads up that their hours are a bit limited, but its location right next to a bar makes it a perfect stop for a tasty bite before heading in for happy hour.