Hard Hit By Gentrification
Now will the coronavirus pandemic hand Black businesses a final death blow?
Text and Photography By Joseph Young
Ben's Chili Bowl is one of the iconic landmarks of Washington, D.C. The restaurant has enjoyed fanfare for over six decades. But like many other eateries nationwide, the owners are struggling to stay afloat amid the coronavirus pandemic that has gripped the region.The region-wide stay-at-home orders have forced Ben’s to close two of its locations, keeping its flagship U Street operation open for pickup and delivery orders. The Ben's Chili Bowl pictured here at 10th and H streets NE is temporarily closed. April 2020 ©Joseph Young
