Stephanie Hayes Houlihan and Walter Houlihan brought their rich culinary experience from New York City to Stonington and founded the Water Street Cafe over 25 years ago.

Walter is a Culinary Institute of America trained, award-winning chef with a passion for creating a blend of French, Asian and American cuisines. His signature dishes are so popular they have remained on the menu since 1994. An eclectic collection of whimsical objects throughout the Cafe is a delightful extension of Walter’s creativity.

Stephanie spent twenty years in New York in the catering and hotel industry after spending much of her youth in Europe. She manages the front of the house and operations.