The Plaza Cafe

07/07/2025

As they say, as 'One Door Closes, Another Opens'. And so is the case with The Plaza Cafe. I have officially cooked my last meal behind my stoves after 28 years as we prepare to open a new venture on Jobs Lane in Southampton in a couple weeks. Thank you to everyone who supported us over the years. I made a ton of mistakes along the way, but I can honestly say that I was in my kitchen each and every night and gave it my best whether we had 1 reservation or 100. Thank you so much for allowing me to do what I love so much. Zivili!

06/21/2025

FĒNIKS in Southampton is looking for a Creative and Innovative Mixologist

06/12/2025

05/31/2025

A long, long time ago, I said to myself one day I would work on a kitchen suite as I did for a brief time at Grand Véfour in Paris as a"stage" (pronounced "stahzh"). I cant thank my cousin Skip Norsic enough for making that dream come true.

05/30/2025

First piece, and in my eyes, the most important piece of kitchen equipment, has arrived at FĒNIKS Southampton this morning at 6:00 A.M. Can't remember the last time I was up this early, but well worth it!!!

05/05/2025

We are now interviewing for key positions at our new venture on Jobs Lane. A brand new space with a unique concept and design with a Chef's Counter, intimate dining room, and a Speakeasy on the second floor offering small plates. Great Compensation Packages. This is the place to be this season!

03/21/2025

Thank you to The Southampton Press and in particular to Ms. Cailin Riley for such a great article letting everyone know 'I have not Retired!

By Cailin Riley After nearly three decades working as the owner-chef at the Plaza Cafe, the fine dining gem in the heart of Southampton Village, Doug Guilja is entering the homestretch there. But for fans of the restaurant and his cooking, there’s st

03/13/2025

It's been a Great Run, but we are heading into the Home Stretch of my time here at The Plaza Cafe. Hope to be able to cook for everyone one more time this Season!

02/04/2025

We are looking for an experienced, fine dining Sous Chef for our new venture set to open in the Spring. Please forward a resume if interested to [email protected]

11/26/2024

Peconic Bay Scallops in the House at The Plaza Cafe a a featured appetizer. You need do very little with these 'candies-of-the-sea'. We just give them a quick sear and finish them with a Clementine Picatta and serve a Cauliflower-White Truffle Puree. Enjoy them why they last!