BOSTON -- A restaurant celebrating its 25th anniversary this year also is celebrating the prestigious title of Boston's Best Chowder.

More than 2,000 gallons of clam chowder were ladled out to thousands of people at a contest called Chowderfest in Boston on Sunday to determine who makes New England's signature dish of clams, cream and potatoes the best.

This year's winner is Clancy's Restaurant in Dennisport, on Cape Cod.

Clancy's Restaurant and tavern manager Joan Perez says a lot of passion and late-night hours by the "incredible" kitchen staff went into the chowder and she's so proud. She says the chowder title is especially dear to the Clancy's staff because owner Guy Erickson died in April.

The 30th annual Chowderfest was part of Boston Harborfest, a Fourth of July festival showcasing the city's heritage. Six restaurants competed.