The half smoke is a classic DC treat. A combination of half pork and half beef with a special blend of spices, these savory meals are like hot dogs but, in our humble opinion, they are much, much better than hot dogs. You can find plenty of these signature sandwiches in DC but there are a few places that go above and beyond. When you are craving a smoky, delicious meal, follow this half smoke trail in DC!
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- The Big Stick
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Yelp/Phoenix Simone W. This fun sports bar located near Nats Park is the perfect place to grab a pre-game bite. Topped with chili, cheddar, onion and jalapeno, their half smoke packs a kick!
20 M St SE
- Bold Bite
Yelp/Desired Tastes
Yelp/Desired Tastes Bold Bite, located in Union Station, has plenty of half smoke options. You can choose the traditional topped with onions, mustard and chili or you can experiment with the DC Guac with pico de gallo, guacamole or the Asian Smoke with Asian slaw and hot sauce!
50 Massachusetts Ave NE
- DCity Smokehouse
Instagram/DCity Smokehouse
Facebook/DCity Smokehouse Known for BBQ and other delicious meats, DCity Smokehouse does an excellent half smoke topped with brisket chili, cheddar and jack cheese, onions and mustard.
203 Florida Ave., N.W.
- Boundary Stone
Yelp/Matt S.
Yelp/Richard Y. Relax in the cool ambiance of the Boundary Stone and enjoy a half smoke topped with house made chili and aged Vermont Cheddar cheese.
116 Rhode Island Ave NW
- Meats and Foods
Yelp/Jenifer S.
Yelp/Carissa C. Meats and Foods supplies half-smokes to many of the restaurants in the area so not why go to the source and order one from their deli? You can even had grilled peppers and onions or bacons for a special twist.
247 Florida Ave NW
- The Passenger
Yelp/Sue C.
Yelp/Amanda M. The Passenger is a relaxed vibe and is a great place to relax with a satisfying half smoke. Theirs comes fully loaded with chili, cheese and diced onions.
1539 7th St NW
- ChurchKey
Yelp/Mike C.
Yelp/Stephen R. ChurchKey does its own twist on the Half Smoke by not adding chili on top. Instead they top theirs with spicy pickles with a side of Old Bay pork rinds.
1337 14th St NW 2nd Fl
- Ben’s Chili Bowl
Yelp/Joe J.
Yelp/Karen W. Ben’s Chili Bowl is best known for their half smokes. They are one of the originals in the area and so no list is complete without them! Get yours with a side of cheese fries for cheese, savory meal all together.
1213 U St NW
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Yelp/Kenneth K.
Yelp/Phoenix Simone W.
This fun sports bar located near Nats Park is the perfect place to grab a pre-game bite. Topped with chili, cheddar, onion and jalapeno, their half smoke packs a kick!
20 M St SE
Yelp/Desired Tastes
Bold Bite, located in Union Station, has plenty of half smoke options. You can choose the traditional topped with onions, mustard and chili or you can experiment with the DC Guac with pico de gallo, guacamole or the Asian Smoke with Asian slaw and hot sauce!
50 Massachusetts Ave NE
Instagram/DCity Smokehouse
Facebook/DCity Smokehouse
Known for BBQ and other delicious meats, DCity Smokehouse does an excellent half smoke topped with brisket chili, cheddar and jack cheese, onions and mustard.
203 Florida Ave., N.W.
Yelp/Matt S.
Yelp/Richard Y.
Relax in the cool ambiance of the Boundary Stone and enjoy a half smoke topped with house made chili and aged Vermont Cheddar cheese.
116 Rhode Island Ave NW
Yelp/Jenifer S.
Yelp/Carissa C.
Meats and Foods supplies half-smokes to many of the restaurants in the area so not why go to the source and order one from their deli? You can even had grilled peppers and onions or bacons for a special twist.
247 Florida Ave NW
Yelp/Sue C.
Yelp/Amanda M.
The Passenger is a relaxed vibe and is a great place to relax with a satisfying half smoke. Theirs comes fully loaded with chili, cheese and diced onions.
1539 7th St NW
Yelp/Mike C.
Yelp/Stephen R.
ChurchKey does its own twist on the Half Smoke by not adding chili on top. Instead they top theirs with spicy pickles with a side of Old Bay pork rinds.
1337 14th St NW 2nd Fl
Yelp/Joe J.
Yelp/Karen W.
Ben’s Chili Bowl is best known for their half smokes. They are one of the originals in the area and so no list is complete without them! Get yours with a side of cheese fries for cheese, savory meal all together.
1213 U St NW
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