I was so sad to learn, via DCist, that Ben Ali (of Ben’s Chili Bowl) died yesterday at the age of 82. His business was a large part of the revitalization of U Street, an icon in DC. And of course he brought love, chili, and half smokes to all. Just a year ago Ben’s celebrated its 50th anniversary. There’s not much else to say, RIP Ben.
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October 12, 2009 at 11:16 am
[...] U Street – Ben Ali, the founder of the legendary Ben’s Chili Bowl, passes away. [U Street Girl] [...]