Good Papa’s: smashed chicken, good tapa’s and cafe vibes – Awesome! – Our Awesome Planet

Good Papa’s Home Diner may be best known today for its viral Smashed Chicken, but we first discovered them during the pandemic through their excellent tapa. We love supporting small businesses, learning their stories, and seeing how their concepts evolve over time. It was a pleasure meeting Geremy and his wife at the intimate grand opening, where we enjoyed the interactive dishes, warm hospitality, and inspiring conversations that reflected the passion and heart behind the Good Papa’s brand.

grand opening

Founded by Geremy Kho as The Good Tapa in 2016, the brand grew through bazaars and food parks before becoming Good Papa’s Cafe x Kitchen at SM North EDSA in 2023. After a brief hiatus, it reopened as Good Papa’s Home Diner in November 2025. Named after Geremy’s role as a father to his two daughters, Good Papa also pays tribute to his own father, whose image inspired the restaurant’s logo and its family-centered spirit.

Good Papa’s Home Diner
📍 2nd Floor, 186 Tomas Morato Ave., Diliman, Quezon City
📞 +63 917 522 6892
📸 @goodpapasdiner
♾️ Good Papa Cafe

A charming touch is their coffee capsule experience, where guests write down a six-month goal, place it in a vial with coffee grounds, and seal it as a meaningful keepsake and reminder of the journey ahead.

Even the guest book gets a creative twist—guests are invited to draw a self-portrait instead of simply signing their names. Rache put her own spin on it by sketching the Our Awesome Planet logo with our names around it.

Despite the packed crowd, the café remained cozy and comfortable, with cool air-conditioning and a warm, homey atmosphere.

good papa’s food

Fries & Shrooms (solo – ₱145, share – ₱245)
Enoki, Shoestring Potatoes, Truffle

The fried enoki mushrooms were delightfully crunchy with earthy notes, making them even more addictive than the fries—though they’re a bit messy to eat.

Taco Trio ₱286
Flour Tortilla, Mango Salsa, Garlic Aioli, Longganissa

The longganisa paired nicely with sweet mango salsa and creamy garlic aioli, though the flour tortilla turned soggy after a while.

Sea Salt Latte (₱215) | Citrus Yakult Cooler (₱150) | Salted Caramel Macchiato (₱165)

The coffee concoctions were well-balanced, built on a solid espresso base. The Sea Salt Coffee stood out with its finishing touch of asin tibuok, while the Citrus Yakult was bright, refreshing, and perfect for cleansing the palate.

Good Tapa (solo – ₱245, share – ₱495)
USDA Beef, Roasted Tomatoes Mango Salsa, Fried Egg
Wagyu +₱100 / Spicy +₱20

The tapa was well-marinated and tender enough to enjoy without vinegar. Pair it with rice and a sunny-side-up egg, or upgrade to Wagyu for an even more indulgent meal.

What makes the Smashed Chicken special is the tableside presentation—the chicken is smashed right before you, then finished with a generous pour of their rich adobo sauce just before serving.

Smashed Chicken (solo – ₱325, share – ₱670)
Fried Chicken -Smashed, Adobo Sauce, Soft Boiled Egg, Adobo Rice

Smashed tableside, the chicken stays remarkably juicy while retaining its crispy skin. The rich adobo sauce adds a savory umami depth that elevates both the meat and the rice.

Matcha Latte (₱165)

Matcha is whisked tableside, creating a smooth layer of microfoam that beautifully blends the drink while enhancing its rich, earthy flavors.

Pork Thai Mama (solo – ₱265, share – ₱540)
Pork Belly, Pickled inns, Cucumbers, Thai Mama Sauce, Egg Chiffonade

For a pork option, try the sweet Thai-marinated pork belly—tender, flavorful, and perfect with lots of rice.

It’s always fun meeting fellow content creators, especially the new generation who started their journey during the pandemic.

To end the meal, Good Papa’s serves quality mint candies—a simple but thoughtful touch that leaves a refreshing finish.

final thoughts

Overall, we loved the Filipino comfort food—from the signature Smashed Fried Chicken and flavorful tapa to the sweet Thai pork, all best enjoyed with rice. Pair them with their well-crafted iced coffee, matcha, or refreshing Citrus Yakult. Add the bright, green-themed interiors, cool air-conditioning, and cozy café vibe, and it’s a place we’d happily return to. Congratulations to Geremy and the entire family on the grand opening of Good Papa’s Home Diner!

Look up! It’s on the second floor, so it’s easy to miss from the Tomas Morato side.

Good Papa’s Home Diner
📍 2nd Floor, 186 Tomas Morato Ave., Diliman, Quezon City
📞 +63 917 522 6892
📸 @goodpapasdiner
♾️ Good Papa Cafe

Live an Awesome Life with Christ,

Founder & Digital Creator, Our Awesome Planet

Disclosure: This article was written entirely by a human—reflecting my own biases, opinions, and insights—with grammar and clarity checked using AI assistance. We attended the grand opening of Good Papa’s as media guests.

p.s. they’re planning to introduce noodle dishes to the menu soon,