Oyster & Intestine Vermicelli (大腸蚵仔麵線)

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大腸蚵仔麵線Oyster & Intestine Vermicelli

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What is Oyster & Intestine Vermicelli?

Oyster & Intestine Vermicelli (大腸蚵仔麵線) is one of Taiwan’s popular noodle and dumpling dishes. Thin, soft wheat noodles in a thick, savory bonito broth, with small oysters and pieces of braised pork intestine, topped with garlic, cilantro and black vinegar. It is eaten with a spoon, often standing at the stall. Some shops sell only the intestine version (大腸麵線) or only the oyster version (蚵仔麵線).

What does it taste like?

  • Thick, silky broth
  • Savory bonito flavor
  • Chewy pork intestine
  • Garlic and vinegar kick

How much does it cost?

NT$50–90 per bowl

Where to eat it in Taiwan

Night markets, street stalls and busy shopping areas such as Ximending in Taipei. Add chili sauce or vinegar from the counter to taste.

How to find it near you

Tap “Find nearby on Google Maps” above — it searches by the Chinese name “大腸蚵仔麵線”, so you see real local shops, not only places with English menus. At the shop, show the Chinese name or say “dà cháng é zǎi miàn xiàn”.