Paul McLaughlin

Managing Partner / Wine Director

Since joining the Livanos Restaurant Group over 25 years ago, Managing Partner Paul McLaughlin has played an integral part in the success of Oceana. Throughout his tenure, Paul has overseen key initiatives, including the original opening on the east side of Manhattan, the relocation to the west side 17 years later, and the rebranding of Oceana’s bar and café.

Originally from Brooklyn, Paul developed a love of food by assisting his Italian grandmother in the kitchen every Sunday. He began his culinary career waiting tables while attending The Joseph I. Lubin School of Business at Pace University. With a passion for a fast-paced environment and guest interaction, Paul began working at Le Bernardin, where he became the first American Captain. He was then hired as the General Manager at Solera by the revered Chef Dominick Cerrone, before making the move to open Oceana.

Paul, a father and grandfather, spends his free time with his wife at their home in the Adirondacks, where he enjoys hiking, boating, and cooking for friends and family.