Clam lovers, this one's for you: 6 restaurants serving up an insane amount of "big clams"!

▲"Derek's Deli" hidden in Keelung serves massive clam pasta. (Photo/IG@sharon_0514Credit)

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Everything’s getting more expensive except salaries—so naturally, we all want affordable yet filling meals. Clams are one of the most common seafoods in daily life. Do you enjoy eating clams? ETtoday EBC News specially selected dishes across Taiwan that are packed with clams. These restaurants don’t skimp on portions, with at least 30 clams per dish, giving you a truly satisfying clam feast!

Derek's Deli
Located in Keelung, "Derek's Deli" went viral on Dcard after a customer shared their experience. The generous portion of pasta and over 60 clams had everyone excited—you can barely tell if you're eating pasta or clams!

The clam pasta for NT$275 (plus a 10% service charge) isn't particularly cheap compared to other restaurants, but once it arrives, the portion is absolutely huge. Even girls with small appetites might not finish it. Count carefully, and you'll find over 60 clams. And it’s not just the pasta—clams are generously portioned in every dish here. The restaurant also features a dreamy princess-themed decor with all kinds of doll and plushie decorations, and it’s pet-friendly.

Address: No. 84-1, Shenxi Rd., Xinyi District, Keelung City
Note: No minimum spend, 10% service charge applies. Pets allowed, but carriers or bags are required.

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XiaoHuiLiangMian
Xiao Hui Liang Mian, located near Taipei Metro Liuzhangli Station, has won over netizens with its cheap prices and huge portions. It’s extremely popular. Most dishes are dirt cheap, but the portions are massive—great value for money. Here, a small portion of liang mian is actually the size of a large portion elsewhere, yet only costs NT$30. A NT$60 stir-fried noodle dish is more than enough for three girls. And the NT$60 seafood noodles come with over 30 clams!

During last year’s Winter Solstice, the owner even cooked a big pot of tangyuan (sweet rice balls) to share with customers, hoping to bring a bit of home warmth to those away from family or school. Aside from the great value, this heartwarming gesture is another reason why netizens love Xiao Hui Liang Mian.

Address: No. 10, Lane 151, Wulong St., Da’an District, Taipei City

▲The seafood noodles at Hao Wei Wei Noodle Shop look like a mountain of clams—super satisfying. (Photo/IG@oct__9Credit)

▲Count them after eating—one bowl has about 50 clams. (Photo/IG@hannahwang_319Credit)

Hao Wei Wei Noodle Shop
For NT$75, how many clams do you expect in a seafood noodle dish? Hao Wei Wei Noodle Shop in Neili, Taoyuan, literally piles the clams so high they almost cover the noodles—completely overflowing with clams, showing serious dedication. Count them, and you’ll find an average of over 50 clams per bowl. For clam lovers, it’s absolutely satisfying. The table also thoughtfully provides an iron plate for discarding clam shells. The side dishes are also highly recommended by netizens for their generous portions.

Address: No. 90, Lane 79, Chenggong Rd., Zhongli District, Taoyuan City
Phone: 03-455-5622

▲Random Italian pasta, loaded with tons of clams. (Photo/Orange Dog Loves Candy)

Random CHIN TSAI
"Random," an Italian pasta restaurant that opened a few months ago on the Green Path of Taichung Fine Arts Museum, offers "free extra noodles." Pasta prices range from NT$168 to NT$278, which is quite reasonable. Their super popular clam pasta comes in two versions: "Lots" and "Super Lots," giving you either 250g or 500g of clams. If you opt for extra noodles, the portions get even more generous—overflowing with happiness and satisfaction.

Address: No. 56, Wuquan 7th St., West District, Taichung City
Address: No. 86, Xi’an St., Xitun District, Taichung City (Fengjia Branch)

▲HUN贰. (Photo /Gui Xiaosun)

HUN贰
HUN贰 is probably on the must-try pasta list of most university students in Taichung. Besides its beautiful decor, the Fengjia branch of HUN贰 is also known for its super indulgent explosive clam pasta. The shop is filled with dried flowers, creating a romantic atmosphere loved by girls, and its pretty interior has made it an IG hotspot. Who says you have to go to a seafood restaurant or a food stall to enjoy clams? This charming little shop can totally satisfy your clam cravings.

A plate of pasta here costs between NT$175 and NT$280, and you can choose from a variety of sauces including tomato, white, pesto, orange, and Thai spicy. The explosive clam pasta is arguably the craziest dish on the menu — not only are the noodles chewy and coated in rich sauce, but there are also 40 to 50 clams piled on top. It’s a feast for the eyes and your taste buds, giving you the ultimate satisfaction with every bite of pasta and clam.

Address: No. 217-8, Wenhua Rd., Xitun District, Taichung City (Fengjia Branch)
Address: 2nd Floor, No. 114, Section 3, Sanmin Rd., North District, Taichung City (Yizhong Street)

▲Kaohsiung’s super value snack spot Ashengwu serves fried rice on big platters and clam soup with 30 clams for just NT$30 (Photo / IG@karenchang_1218provided)

Ashengwu
This snack shop in Kaohsiung is all about high value for money, with all dishes offered at wallet-friendly prices. Recently featured on TV, its popularity has soared, drawing many visitors eager to try their famous clam soup and ham fried rice.

For NT$30, how many clams do you think are in the clam soup? Four, six, eight? Wrong — Ashengwu’s clam soup comes with over 30 clams, offering serious portion sizes. The ham fried rice, served on a platter bigger than your face, costs just NT$50 and is nearly double the portion of regular restaurants, making it a hit among local students.

Address: No. 66, Yiqun Rd., Nanzih District, Kaohsiung City