A flatlay shot of Dad‑Approved Meals at The Deli showcasing Pad Kra Pao Rice Bowl, Rustic Roast Chicken Plate, Slow Roasted Angus Beef Plate, and Lemongrass Half Chicken available from Joel's Place.

8 Dad-Approved Meals at The Deli

June 12, 2025Denisse Audrey Tenorio

As Father’s Day approaches, what better way to show love and gratitude than spending time catching up over lunch and dinner? We've rounded up 8 dad-approved meals from The Deli, perfect for a fancy or casual Father’s Day date!

Slow Roasted Angus Beef Plate

There is nothing more satisfying than a good plate of Slow Roasted Angus Beef Plate for Dad. This tender Angus beef belly is slow-roasted until it’s melt-in-your-mouth soft and served with a rich demi-glace. It's accompanied by flavorful brown steak rice, plus haricot verts sautéed in garlic butter to complete the meal.

Best paired with: Baked Spinach and Egg Casserole + Engkanto Craft Beer Green Lava Double IPA

Rustic Roast Chicken Plate

For Dads who love a classic chicken meal, this hearty Rustic Roast Chicken plate is a feast featuring a quarter of roasted Iberian chicken with buttered garlic sayote on the side and served with a calamansi gravy.

Best paired with: Yorkshire Puddings + Coca-Cola Zero Sugar

Lemongrass Half Chicken

Another classic chicken meal perfect for lunch or a cozy dinner with Dad is this Lemongrass Half Chicken served with a tangy calamansi gravy. Its fragrant aroma and juicy texture will definitely win over Dad’s belly!

Best paired with: Roasted Sweet Potatoes with Spicy Maple Glaze + Match Tonic Water Spicy

An angled shot of Dad‑Approved Meals at The Deli showcasing Chef Joy’s Adobowl, Chicken Shawarma Rice Bowl, Roasted Prime Rib Plate, Pork Belly and Leek Skewer, along with beverages from Joel’s Place in celebration of Father’s Day.

Pad Kra Pao Rice Bowl

For the adventurous foodie Dad who loves a good kick of spice, get him a Thai-inspired Pad Kra Pao Rice Bowl made with stir-fried ground pork cooked with basil and chili. It’s served with a sunny-side-up egg on top of plain white rice.

Best paired with: Sauteed Brussels Sprouts With Bacon + Virgil’s Zero Sugar Orange Cream Soda

Chef Joy’s Adobowl

Nothing beats the classic with Chef Joy’s Adobowl! If Dad loves his Filipino viands, this classic pork adobo cooked the Visayan way is the perfect meal for him. It’s placed on steamed adobo rice and served with sous vide egg and atchara.

Best paired with: Sauteed French Beans + Maine Root Root Beer

Roasted Prime Rib Plate

Dads and ribs are no doubt inseparable. Give Dad a serving of this succulent cut of prime rib, roasted and served with a red wine demi-glace. It's accompanied by a creamy potato gratin with sautéed haricot verts.

Best paired with: Ciabatta and Sausage Stuffing + Virgil's Vanilla Cream Soda

As a bonus, The Deli is also offering a Father's Day special of smoky, dry-rubbed BBQ Baby Back Ribs slow-cooked until fall-off-the-bone tender and generously glazed with our bold signature barbecue sauce for an extra flavor. Available on June 14 to 15, 2025, for a limited time only!

A plate of smoky BBQ Baby Back Ribs served with side dishes such as coleslaw and corn on the cob available at Joel’s Place.

Chicken Shawarma Rice Bowl

A Middle Eastern-style rice bowl is something Dad would definitely enjoy! Consisting of grilled chicken on turmeric rice, this Chicken Shawarma Rice Bowl is topped with veggies and served with garlic sauce for that classic taste.

Best paired with: Smashed Potatoes with Cheese + Poppi Prebiotic Soda Orange

Pork Belly and Leek Skewer

Grilled pork belly and onion leeks on a skewer, served with a savory sesame-soy sauce. Give Dad that smoky and savory flavor with a slight hint of sweetness that he loves. This dish is a flavorful, protein-packed bite that Dad will surely love!

Best paired with: Brown Steak Rice + Nixie Sparkling Water Lemon

There may be a lot of things that interest Dad, but there’s nothing quite like a lunch or dinner filled with love, laughter, and good food. At Joel’s Place, no matter how big or small, we love celebrating every occasion, milestone, and event, over good food

Visit Joel’s Place Deli early to grab all 8 Dad‑Approved Meals—rich, hearty, and full of flavor. Make it extra special by pairing your meal with sides and dessert for a full Father’s Day spread.

Cover and in-article illustrations by Charisse Nabayo. 

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