Unless the guy who owns that restaurant is a Texan, that ain't real chili!
Ben’s Chili Bowl is “The” in place in DC for affluent blacks, and anyone who likes good food.
That is the best chili in Washington. I like the halfsmoke, split and fried, with onions, chili & cheese. I can feel my arteries clogging with every bite, but it’s worth it. Do not wear dry-clean or light-colored clothes to Ben’s.