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McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago Reviews List

McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago

McCormick & Schmick's prepares fresh seafood in a traditional manner with a contemporary twist, as well as many other original favorites such as sirloin steak, and McCormick and Schmick's classics.
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134 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
3.7 / 5
(Very Good) 3.7 / 5
(134 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 134 reviews
5 stars
(34)
4 stars
(56)
3 stars
(25)
2 stars
(13)
1 star
(6)
Food 
3.8 / 5
(Very Good) 3.8 / 5
Service 
3.7 / 5
(Very Good) 3.7 / 5
Ambiance 
3.6 / 5
(Very Good) 3.6 / 5
Noise Level
1.7 / 3
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • special occasion(49)
  • romantic(32)
  • fit for foodies(30)
  • good for groups(27)
  • neighborhood gem(19)
  • notable wine list(16)
McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago Reviews List
Review 1 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Big Change

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"I have dined at McCormick and Schmick's several times, but not in recent years. I unfortunately have to say that the experience on Mother's Day was very poor and we will not be returning to this restaurant. Our waitress was unattentive and forgetful, the food was not hot, and the shrimp were not properly cleaned. The shrimp veins were in full view. No thank you! The restaurant was pretty empty on Mother's Day. This should have given us a clue..."
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 2 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Lunch On Sunday

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"It started out with the Host wanting to seat us in a little room with no light. That was not acceptable and we were subsequently placed at a regular table. Sara, our server, was really great on Sunday, she was prompt and extremely courteous, The service we received from her saved the day for us...."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly
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Review 3 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

MOTHERS DAY

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Packed for Mothers Day as expected. No Problem. Server very slow. No problem. Some food luke warm. Minor problem. GREAT TASTING FOOD. ALL MOTHERS who dined promised truffles. At 3.00 they were out..."
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 4 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

outstanding food & seevice

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The food was fantastic, but our waitress Lauren made out evening one of the best we've had. Great personality, friendly and accomodating."
Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, notable wine list, kid-friendly, romantic, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 5 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
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"Potatoes with lobster was Luke warm, they were grainy, not exactly smooth. Steak was Luke warm,yet flavorful. Lobster bisque was on the salty side, maybe too much lobster base )-;"
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 6 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Dined on 5/06/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The little "snugs" or "cubbies" are wonderful"
Dined on 5/06/2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 7 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Check your reciept

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Dined on 5/10/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The waiter added more items that we did not order and if we did not check, we would have paid $200 more."
Dined on 5/10/2013
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Review 8 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

McCormick & Schmidt is a favorite

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"McCormick & Schmidt is a favorite for any city we find ourselves in....great seafood, consistently prepared and a dependable choice every time."
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 9 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent Food and Service!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Excellent food and even better service. I can't recall from recent memory where we have been attended to by a more professional server: knowledgable, attentive - without hovering - friendly - without being silly - . Our evening was perfect. Be sure to order the creamed spinach with your entre."
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 10 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

I was dissappointed,looked

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I was dissappointed,looked forward to trying resturant and probably would not return. Food and service were fair. Little things make a difference to me, ie, $7.00 a bottle for tap water ? Absolutely nothing given that was not "charged" ie, small portion of bread and butter would have been great and reasonable at price levels..."
Dined on 04/20/2013
 2013
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Review 11 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Freezing april

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"great food, a little bright for intimate setting, oysters were good and CHIMNEY ROCK!!"
Dined on 04/19/2013
 2012
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 12 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Very little food for lots of money

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"For the price, it could and should serve more vegetables or include salad or soup. The seats in the booth are most uncomfortable."
Dined on 04/11/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 13 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Very disappointed with the

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Very disappointed with the service & food. Waiter was very soft spoken and difficult to understand. Four of us for dinner and when food arrived one dinner was plated incorrectly. Waiter caught before serving and sent back to kitchen. Took nearly 20 minutes to bring back and by then all of our food was extremely cold. Another waiter stopped by to replace our burned out candle - much more personality and enthusiasm in just the few seconds to light the candle! Highly recommend the desserts!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2002
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Review 14 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Wonder clam chowder, portions

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Wonder clam chowder, portions very generous."
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 15 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Go to Devon instead

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"The food was awful. The waitstaff did try to accommodate that by removing some of the entrees from our our bill, but it couldn't be saved.
Every entree came to the table with ingredients that weren't mentioned on the menu. For example the grilled asparagus had tomato sauce poured over it.
There was some weird gravy over the lobster mashed potatoes and the chopped salad had olives extra cheese and some other dressing.
All of the fish was over cooked. The shrimp were chewy and the salmon was not flaky.
I would not go back."
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2006
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Review 16 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Phenomenal Atmosphere

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Just amazing experience! We will be back :) Nice and quiet....was awesome to have a nice dinner in a spacious restaurant in the city."
Dined on 04/05/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, late-night find, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 17 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

One of my favorite restaurants,

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"One of my favorite restaurants, am never disappointed! We had the stuffed salmon and the grilled scallops. Excellent choices! The Cucumber Mint Martini was delish, we will be back soon!"
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 18 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Nice restaurant for a chain,

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Nice restaurant for a chain, but still a chain. Server was very nice."
Dined on 03/30/2013
 2007
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Review 19 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent seafood and this

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Excellent seafood and this comes from someone that's not a big seafood fan. Best clam chowder I've ever had, and don't pass up the Shrimp Kisses."
Dined on 03/29/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 20 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great Happy Hour Food Options

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Great Happy Hour Food Options at reasonable prices!"
Dined on 03/27/2013
 2010
Special Features: great for lunch
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Review 21 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

We have eaten dinner at this

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We have eaten dinner at this location (Rush) several times, but not for the past 2 years. Both the food quality and service have declined. We needed to ask several times for our waiter; we thought our food had been waiting a while prior to being served as well. The seasonal specials were OK, the salads OK as well. However the mahi mahi was overcooked and underseasoned. With so many good restaurants in the area, we were disappointed at the (relatively) high price and B- rating of the food."
Dined on 03/21/2013
 2010
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Review 22 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Portion size of main course

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Portion size of main course to small for the price. Taste of food average. Several wines on the list are not available. Service slow, had to ask for fresh ground pepper - not automatically provided. There are better options to spend my money."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2013
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Review 23 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The waiter was very nice and the restaurant was NOT busy, but the food took forever to be served. We only ordered entrees and it took over 40 minutes to be served !I had the stuffed salmon, it was ok but not fantastic. Our experience at other McCormick & Schmick's has been much better."
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Review 24 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Well, to be honest...this

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
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"Well, to be honest...this type of restaurant should not be allowed in the city. It's a chain and the food is just so-so. Clearly it's in the area for tourists but it's nothing special. Not awful but nothing special. Service was very friendly though and helpful. We only went because we were given a gift card."
Dined on 03/19/2013
 2005
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 25 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Sat in Bar. Service good this

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Sat in Bar. Service good this time but slow prior three bar visits. No Big 10 network on tv. That needs added."
Dined on 03/15/2013
 2008
Special Features: kid-friendly
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Review 26 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Although it was disappointing

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Although it was disappointing as we went to celebrate St Patrick's Day and there was very little to help us to that, the food was very good, as usual."
Dined on 03/17/2013
 2012
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Review 27 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Awesome!!! Food, service,

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Awesome!!! Food, service, ambiance...can't beat it."
Dined on 03/12/2013
 2008
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Review 28 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Disappointed

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We were there for our sons birthday. I loved the fact that I was able to reserve a table online.tThe sea bass was salty and a very small portion for the $$$$.The iceberg wedge was huge, but not enough dressing.The scallops were seared to perfection .The Calamari was cooked to perfection.The overall experience was ok at best. The server didn't really check on us often, so I had to look and inform him that I needed another beer, more water and more bread.Then it took forever to get all items. The restaurant was not packed at 8:30pm so I didn't understand the delays.I would go back but maybe to a different server.I indicated on line that it was my sons birthday and if they could sing him happy birthday, well as we were being"
Dined on 03/09/2013
 2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 29 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Although my husband and I

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Although my husband and I live in the suburbs, McCormick and Schmick's is one of our go-to places in the city. We can always rely on a great meal, wonderful dining environment, and top-notch service. All employees are always welcoming! I have to say that Sarah was a wonderful server; she was very friendly and answered all of our questions. We'll be back soon!"
Dined on 03/03/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 30 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

I rarely go to M&S for the

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I rarely go to M&S for the restaurant experience. Their bar-fare is really good. The food was not up to par and the service was spotty. Probably won't be returning to the restaurant bur will continue with the happy-hour fare."
Dined on 02/22/2013
 2006
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 31 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great place to celebrate any

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Great place to celebrate any milestone. We came for lunch and were placed on a club area (private room). It was perfect!"
Dined on 02/23/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 32 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Felt like Appleby's, only

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Felt like Appleby's, only much more expensive. Don't even THINK of spending your money here with all the MUCH, MUCH better restaurant options in Chicago."
Dined on 02/22/2013
 2007
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Review 33 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Had not eaten there in years.

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Had not eaten there in years. It will be many more until I return, which will only be if I have no choice, but to eat there."
Dined on 02/22/2013
 2010
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Review 34 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food was fine, service was

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Food was fine, service was slow."
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2007
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Review 35 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Valentine's Day Broken

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This was the worst experience I ever had at a Restaurant. My wife and I had a 7:30pm reservation, we arrived at 7:15pm valet my vehicle. To our surprise the Restaurant wasn't busy. We were seated by the kitchen, so I asked the host "is these seat by the kitchen she replied "No" however the door would hit my wife's sit each time a server exit. I ordered wire it was served in a cracked glass. My wife ordered soup it had to be replaced. A gentleman came to our table and asked how was everything, we informed him of the experience he replied "well how is your entree". We just desided to make the best of it, because it was a special night for us. When we tried to leave the valet couldn't find my vehicle they were giving me another customer's car."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2013
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Review 36 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great for massive groups

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Had a large group and was amazing to work with the staff to help organize it. Well done, M&S!"
Dined on 02/15/2013
 2011
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 37 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

McCormick & Schmick's the Best.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We tried to make reservations at Shaw's and Joe's Crab but could not get in at the time we needed and we are so glad we couldn't get into either of them. We made reservations at McCormick & Schmick's and loved the quietness of the establishment. Nothing worse than sitting through a dinner and not being able to talk. The service and food were outstanding! We will be back in Chicago in May and that will be our stop for dinner for sure."
Dined on 02/15/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 38 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Very nice private dining area

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Very nice private dining area for special occasions. On busy night you want to have plenty of time for service."
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2006
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 39 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Always a good meal.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Came here for a pre-valentine's day celebration, and as always, thoroughly enjoyed it. Ambience is nice, great window views, and everything we ordered was delicious. The salmon I ordered was perfectly prepared and my boyfriend raved over our bacon wrapped shrimp appetizer. Overall a great experience. If you have a slightly larger group you can also request one of the semi private booths, which we ejoyed during out last dinner out with friends."
Dined on 02/13/2013
 2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 40 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Maybe because it was Valentine's

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Maybe because it was Valentine's day and the kitchen was overwhelmed but me and my fiance ordered the steak and lobster and the food was bland. I'm surprised because I had never had a bad experience before."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2005
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Review 41 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

This was my first time here.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This was my first time here. Everything was good, especially the shrimp kisses. The only downfall was that the peaches in the cobbler were not cooked and my husband had to change to keylime pie. Definitely would recommend for an special occasion/once a year type occasion because the prices are steep. Would absolutely go again. Loved it!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 42 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

My server Miguel needs more

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"My server Miguel needs more training!! I dined with my girlfriend and we were seated at a nice square 4-top table. When the server Miguel came to the table to serve us he never came to my side...always reaching across my girlfriend and across the table when serving me with food plates, pepper mill, removing plates etc. It was a very rude...he should have come around to my side of the table to serve me. Then when he served us desert at the same time he put the check on table. He never asked if we wanted anything else and left. Putting the check on the table at the same time he was serving desert was rude...I took it to mean he ended his service when he left our desert plates on the table, incorrect service."
Dined on 02/08/2013
 2013
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Review 43 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

The dining experience was

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"The dining experience was very nice although there are two suggestions. First I think that when offered water they should explain that there's free or bottle water. Secondly that the entrees come with sides so there isn't any unnecessary items ordered."
Dined on 02/02/2013
 2012
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 44 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

My wife and I had a chance

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"My wife and I had a chance to go to on Feb 2 to take advantage of Restaurant Week options. We were expecting better, maybe that's why we were disappointed?
Outside of the standard Restaurant Week menu, we order Mussels as an appetizer, which were pretty good. Our server only brought us bread after we asked.
I ordered Clam Chowder and Fish & Chips off the restaurant week menu, my wife chose Caesar Salad and Cashew Crusted Tilapia. I did not expect much out of the Fish & Chips (I was just in a french fries type of mood), and I pretty much got what I expected. My wife was disappointed with her Tilapia.
We both chose Creme Brule for dessert, which did not disappoint.
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Dined on 02/02/2013
 2010
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Review 45 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

very good experience on all

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"very good experience on all levels"
Dined on 01/25/2013
 2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 46 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Exceptional dining experience

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Wonderful dinner experience! The food was fantastic and service (Samuel) was superb!"
Dined on 01/23/2013
 2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 47 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Service was not the best.

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Service was not the best. The food was not good at all. The calamari was greasy and soggy. The crab appetizer was excellent. The clam chowder was salty. The shrimp seem like they were farm raised or from Asia. Not good flavor like Gulf shrimp. The chopped salad was very good. Had to ask for another order of mussels as the first portion was not good."
Dined on 01/25/2013
 2009
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Ratings-Only Reviews for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Chicago
Based on the average of (87) ratings-only reviews
Overall 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
14 out of 15 recommend this product
Food 
4 / 5
(Outstanding) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3.8 / 5
(Very Good) 3.8 / 5
Noise Level
1.8 / 3
Moderate