Ben’s Chili Bowl Reopens on U Street With a Tribute to “Mom” Virginia Ali
The reopening included a tribute to co-founder Virginia Ali and a mayoral proclamation naming May 1 Ben’s Chili Bowl Day.
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The food scene of the U Street corridor started May with a double return. Ben's Chili Bowl reopened on Thursday May 1st at U Street NW after nine months of restoration, while Cantina El Rey and other venues joined a wave of openings that were not seen in the capital for a long time.Ben's Chili Bowl reopens after nine months of restorationOn May 1st, dozens of people lined up at 1213 U Street NW to be the first to enter the renovated Ben's Chili …
Ben’s Chili Bowl on U Street Set for Re-Opening
WASHINGTON INFORMER — In this video, Washington Informer TV highlights the significance of Ben’s Chili Bowl’s return, honoring nearly seven decades of history while looking ahead to its future in a changing U Street community. From its roots as a neighborhood staple to its role as a national symbol of Black entrepreneurship, Ben’s continues to stand as a testament to perseverance and cultural pride.
Ben’s Chili Bowl Reopens on U Street With a Tribute to “Mom” Virginia Ali
After over nine months of repairs, Ben’s Chili Bowl on U Street reopened Friday with a go-go-filled celebration. While some guests arrived to check out the landmark eatery for the first time, for many—such as filmmaker Spike Lee, who flew in from Atlanta, and DC delegate Eleanor Holmes Norton—it was a long-awaited reunion. Fourth-generation Washingtonian Ann Batiste sat at the counter, waiting on her signature order: a half smoke with chili and …
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