Gout-Style IG Food: Five Over-the-Top Clam Spaghetti Dishes

By MOOK Scenic Spots, compiled report
 
Recently, the IG food scene has been buzzing with an extravagant trend of gout-inducing clam spaghetti — plates piled high with so many clams that the pasta is almost hidden, creating a visually satisfying feast. Below are five spots serving these ultra-crazy clam spaghetti dishes. Let’s dig in together.

1. Daily Life. What’s the Worry. PASTA
This Western restaurant in Douliu, Yunlin, went viral on IG last year for its clam-heavy plates where the spaghetti was barely visible. Dozens of fresh clams are neatly arranged in concentric circles, blooming like petals, and paired with great value-for-money pricing, making it a favorite among young foodies who love sharing their culinary adventures.
 
Address: No. 136, Section 3, Mingde North Road, Douliu City, Yunlin County
Business Hours: 11:30 – 14:00, 17:00 – 22:00; Sat-Sun 11:00 – 14:30, 17:00 – 22:00
※ Closed on Tuesdays

2. al revés Upside Down Restaurant
This over-the-top seafood spaghetti at Taipei’s Ximending is insanely generous — a single plate of “gout clam spaghetti” weighs over 600 grams. It became so popular it even appeared on TV. The extra-clam-loaded pasta is available in limited quantities, and the shop also has a few adorable resident dogs.
 
Address: No. 131, Kunming Street, Wanhua District, Taipei City
Business Hours: 12:00 – 20:30
※ Closed on Tuesdays

3. Village Glow
Hidden in the alleys of Fengjia Night Market in Taichung, this old house with nearly 30 years of history in the Veterans' Village area boasts a small literary youth vibe. They serve pasta, risotto, and more, with their explosive clam series being especially popular. Other must-tries include peanut soup dumplings with bacon pesto risotto.
 
Address: No. 11, Lane 72, Fengjia Road, Xitun District, Taichung City
Business Hours: 11:00 – 14:00, 17:00 – 21:00
※ Closed on Tuesdays

4. Gui Mi
Also located in Taichung’s Fengjia Night Market, this Italian eatery doesn’t skimp on clams either. With great value-for-money, it’s a hit among local students. Free pasta and rice refills are offered, and every month they host unique events and pop-ups, with winners getting free meals and other perks.
 
Address: 2F, No. 215, Wenhua Road, Xitun District, Taichung City
Business Hours: 11:00 – 20:30 (closes at 21:00)