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McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena Reviews List

McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena

Our casually elegant dining rooms feature mahogany woodwork and stained glass windows in a beautiful setting reminiscent of Pasadena's own "Greene and Greene" architectural style. Located in Plaze Las Fuentes, McCormick and Schmick's is nestled among beautiful fountains and sculptures.
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130 Current Reviews
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Overall 
3.7 / 5
(Very Good) 3.7 / 5
(130 Reviews)
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Rating Breakdown 130 reviews
5 stars
(35)
4 stars
(47)
3 stars
(28)
2 stars
(14)
1 star
(6)
Food 
3.8 / 5
(Very Good) 3.8 / 5
Service 
3.7 / 5
(Very Good) 3.7 / 5
Ambiance 
3.7 / 5
(Very Good) 3.7 / 5
Noise Level
1.8 / 3
Moderate
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  • special occasion(59)
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  • great for lunch(22)
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  • fit for foodies(20)
  • romantic(19)
McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena Reviews List
Review 1 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Never again!

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Will never go back! Poor service...wrong orders...long wait for the food!"
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 2 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We came to MS last year for mothers' day to the same restaurant. We terribly disappointed. The fish was dry and very little edible portions. Very small portions. We NEVER return to another M&S."
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 3 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

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Dined on 2/14/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Good Food. Nice ambience. Not too crowded, had plenty of space between tables - even on crowded Valentines Day! Located in nice walking area of Pasadena!"
Dined on 2/14/2013
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 4 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"It was way to hot inside the restaurant. It truly felt like we were outside in the heat. The waitress was great. The only bad thing about the food was that things were left off of our meals that were on the menu. I got the Mother's Day special with salmon that said it came with spinach one of the reasons I got it. When it came it had no spinach. My sister got the bananas foster French toast that was supposed to have candied walnuts which it did not have. My husband is a chef and I know things can happen on busy days but to be honest it didn't look that busy to gave run out of staples like spinach. Also with how hot it was in there my 3 month old baby was sweating buckets which I felt terrible about"
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 5 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Mother's Day Brunch

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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
Moderate
Moderate
"For a Mother's Day, the menu was very mediocre, the food was average and the prices were high for what we received. It seems this restaurant has deteriorated since we last ate here. Is this a restaurant in transition? Next year we will choose another spot to take our mothers."
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 6 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Average At Best..

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"A chain restaurant, how can you go wrong? Well the menu is all the same, but the way it is cooked and delivered is not.
Unfortunately the chefs at McCormick's in Pasadena have a lot of work to do to gain my confidence in them.
I order the coconut shrimp appetizer, and it was delivered to the table burnt (obvious to anyone!), yet they served it anyway. When the dish was redelivered, it appeared to be served on the same plate with the same garnish from the original order. Our waiter summoned the manager who insisted that was not the case. He seemed defensive that I would question him about it.
This was to be a special Mother's Day brunch with my truly wonderful mother- however it was disappointing..
Happy dining to all.
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Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 7 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Solidly Disappointed

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Mother's Day email comes offering Truffles for all moms. Not only were these not provided, but we had to ask for bread (which was cold) and water was scarce. Given the bump in prices, one might expect better service. Given the choices out there, we will not be coming back..."
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 8 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Disappointing

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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
Moderate
Moderate
"I've had oysters here a few times during a buck a shuck happy hr on Wednesdays and thought that my family would enjoy this Mother's Day there but boy was I disappointed! Not only was the air conditioning down on one of the hottest days but to find out that it had been down for a week! Restaurants should call their customers to let them know the situation but instead they let us come into an environment that was so uncomfortably hot.Especially for a seafood restaurant. I wanted to keep an open mind about the food but I was served a sea bass that was so strong in ammonia scent even my 6 year old smelled it first! Luckily the oysters were good but overall it was a very disappointing experience and I'm not sure if we would ever go back."
Dined on 5/12/2013
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Review 9 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Birthday Dinner for my Husband

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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
Quiet
Quiet
"This was our first visit to this Greene and Greene styled restaurant and we were very pleased. We were given a window booth and had a lovely view of the courtyard and fountains. The starter, Shrimp Kisses, was different and delicious as was the Almond Cookie Basket dessert. Both entrees were very good---a seafood platter for him and mahi mahi for me, tho his salmon could have been cooked a bit more (it was not listed as "seared"). The crab potato hash served with the mahi mahi was outstanding but the corn bisque was disappointing. I thought it would be a small bowl of soup but it was part of the plate decoration. Very nicely presented--and very tasty, just not what I expected! We did certainly enjoy our evening."
Dined on 5/06/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 10 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Not firing on all cylinders

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Dined on 5/06/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Three to four years ago, I would have no problem entertaining clients at McCormick's....reasonable prices and good value given the attentive service, food, and atmosphere. However, my recent experiences the past two years have been hit and miss. Somehow, it doesn't seem like they can get everything…menu, pricing, atmosphere, and service…right at the same time (especially after the bread debacle). On this visit, the table that was seated after us was served first and they finished eating shortly after our main course arrived. I can't really say whether the kitchen was slow or server was not attentive. The focus on lunch was not business but the poor experience. I was not the host, but I will think twice before I entertain clients here."
Dined on 5/06/2013
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 11 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Like going home

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Dined on 5/05/2013
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"We hadn't been to McCormick & Schmick's for at least three years. The Hostess was pleasant and courteous. We arrived early and the rest of our party arrived late. We were seated to wait (our choice, after being asked). The waiter asked if we would like drinks, brought bread and we were supplied with water by his helper. The waiter was the best we had seen in years, quiet, courteous, attentive, pleasant and other adjectives, which I'm sure would fit. The food, as remembered, was just right.
Overall it was nice to return to McCormick & Schmick's Pasadena."
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: great for brunch, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 12 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Fantastic Ambiance

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Dined on 5/04/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"It was a perfect evening of fine dining, sumptuous food, great service and wonderful ambiance. Delectable appetizer and main courses were simply delicious and divine in taste and presentation. The lighting and superb thoughtful service was wonderful and so welcoming. I shall definitely return to his heavenly dining experience!"
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 13 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great Birthday Dinner celebration!

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Dined on 5/02/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The service was superb. We enjoyed great cocktails before a very tasty seafood dinner. We also made room for dessert that is not to be missed! :)"
Dined on 5/02/2013
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 14 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Clam chowder was way too salty

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Clam chowder was way too salty and overcooked.
Shrimps or prawns were also overcooked.
Too much salt in all dishes.
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Dined on 04/22/2013
 2013
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Review 15 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

great overall experience

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"My experience was amazing. Our server Frank was outstanding. If anybody wants to learn how to give good customer service they should see frank in action. He was honest and polite, I couldn't ask for anything else."
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 16 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

EXCELLENT! Food amazing. Best

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"EXCELLENT! Food amazing. Best sea bass ever. Sharon, our server, was outstanding!
Kudo's to everyone!
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Dined on 04/15/2013
 2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 17 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Our food was fantastic. Our

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Our food was fantastic. Our server was non-existent. He stood in the corridor the entire time just looking at us. Very disappointed in him, especially when we were celebrating a birthday and don't go to Mc&S very often!"
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 18 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

My twin daughters chose McCormick

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"My twin daughters chose McCormick & Schmick's for their 18th Birthday dinner. Wanting to make it extra special i arrived an hour early to decorate the table and not only was the staff okay with this, several offered to help. Three dozen balloons...and streamers...and confetti...the works.
Our server even brought my very particular Mother a glass of water that was "not too cold and not too hot" and a large pitcher of room temperature water for the 4 betta fish bowls we used as decor/gifts. Thats right betta fish...
She also brought me a glass of wine which after raising twin girls to adulthood I very much appreciated."
Dined on 04/08/2013
 2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 19 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

CommenI was Disappointed.

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
"CommenI was Disappointed. MyCrab Legs WereDry AndTired. I OvRheard ThePaRty Next ToUs Making Similar CommenTs."
Dined on 04/07/2013
 2013
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Review 20 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Perfect and convenient location.

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Perfect and convenient location. Easy to find and parking was free! In downtown Pasadena that is a plus."
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2009
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 21 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Stuffed Salmon was tastless,Veggies

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
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"Stuffed Salmon was tastless,Veggies were good but sparse potatoes were potatoes. Hardly worth the price.Was a birthday.My name was on the menu,nice but sort of expected a cup cake or some thing, like most resturants give D."
Dined on 04/05/2013
 2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 22 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We had a wonderful dining

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We had a wonderful dining experience -- a perfect birthday celebration. The cuisine and service were outstanding!"
Dined on 04/04/2013
 2009
Special Features: special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 23 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Bad Service

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We've always had a great time when we've eaten at Mc & S'in Pasadena. But we were so disappointed for Easter Sunday brunch. Although we had reservations, we still had to wait a good 20 minutes. In the lobby, there was a poster advertising the spring menu (included Chilean Sea bass) but it wasn't on the menu. We had the waiter check w/the chef, but the fish was still frozen & wouldn't be ready to be served. But the most disappointing was the service (or lack thereof) from our waiter, Frank. He consistently paid attn to a table of 4 & ignored our booth of 4. It got so bad that my boyfriend went to speak to him privately. We realize it was Easter but they weren't THAT busy that service would be jeopardized. Very disappointing."
Dined on 03/31/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, notable wine list, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 24 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Was a little disappointed

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Was a little disappointed for Easter. Didn't realize it was going to be a normal menu. Add made it sound like it was an Easter brunch. Perhaps I meant buffet. Champagne at our brunches is important. Was disappointed that we had to buy our own bottle. On the noise meter we couldn't say that it was actually too loud to hear each other. Sorry about that but do wish it was a little quieter."
Dined on 03/31/2013
 2006
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Review 25 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Disappointed

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Realize restaurant was crowded on Easter. Perhaps our waiter had too many tables to handle but had to wait over an hour before being served. Food good but feel it was overpriced."
Dined on 03/31/2013
 2012
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 26 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Easter Brunch was great and

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Easter Brunch was great and we didn't feel rushed."
Dined on 03/31/2013
 2008
Special Features: great for brunch, great for outdoor dining
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Review 27 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Only issue is 90 min. free

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Only issue is 90 min. free parking. Needs to be 2 hours. Hate to pay for parking when you pay $$ for a meal.
Service was a bit slow. Food good though."
Dined on 03/29/2013
 2005
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Review 28 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Don’t expect anything for

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Don’t expect anything for your special celebration at this restaurant! I made the reservation through OpenTable and specified that my wife and I were celebrating our wedding anniversary, thought that at a minimum, the maître would greet us with a congratulation, special seating or complementary dessert, but none was received. The Lobster Bisque was a bit salty and the amount of crab in the Lump Crab Towel was frugal, otherwise the Stuffed Shrimp was tasty and service was good."
Dined on 03/25/2013
 2008
Special Features: vibrant bar scene
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Review 29 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Innovative menu, interesting

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Innovative menu, interesting dishes, lovely atmosphere and decor, well trained waiters. One of my favorites."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 30 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Food was good, not outstanding,

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Food was good, not outstanding, which was what I had expected based on a previous visit a few years ago. The restaurant did not seem to have enough help as we had to wait quite awhile to get our order placed, and then for the food to come. The waiter was very pleasant. I think his name is Solomon?"
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2013
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Review 31 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We always enjoy dining at

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We always enjoy dining at M and S."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 32 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

FAMILY FRIENDLY

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"WAITRESS VERY HELPFUL, DIDN'T HOVER OVER US BUT SEEMED TO BE THERE WHEN WE NEEDED HER.
PEOPLE AT THE FRONT GREETED US WHEN WE CAME IN AND THANKED US FOR COMING WHEN WE LEFT.
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Dined on 03/19/2013
 2013
Special Features: kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 33 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Had great service. Salomon

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Had great service. Salomon our server had great energy."
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2013
Special Features: good for groups, kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 34 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Came here the other night

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Came here the other night with some friends. The food was good but, the waitress just seemed "off." She was nice but, I think she was new. She had to come and ask what our orders were, she would disappear for twenty minutes at a time and not refill our drinks. One of our friends ordered a glass of wine and it wasn't until 20 minutes later the waitress came back to say her choice wasn't available by the glass. Meanwhile, my other friend was waiting for another beer and he gave up and said "never mind" on the refill. She just seemed overwhelmed...
Fortunately, the food was good, I had the parmesen crusted flounder which was very tasty and my wife had the Chilean sea bass which was one of the specials that day."
Dined on 03/16/2013
 2008
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 35 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

The beef medallions were delicious

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The beef medallions were delicious but the shrimp scampi and the Mahi Mahi were very over cooked. It was disappointing because we thought the restaurant specilized in seafood. The creme brulee was the best I have ever had... This was the best part of the evening."
Dined on 03/15/2013
 2008
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Review 36 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

It's not "Nouvelle cuisine".

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"It's not "Nouvelle cuisine". They call themselves a fish house. Portions are very small, especially for the price. $29.99 for a small piece of swordfish with a smattering of mashed potatoes, 2 florets of broccoli with some shredded carrots. Salad extra. My wife's entree was similarly skimpy. Tasted good, nice people, but I won't go back."
Dined on 03/09/2013
 2008
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Review 37 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The food was OK, but Danielle

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"The food was OK, but Danielle and Frenchie's service was great!!"
Dined on 02/26/2013
 2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, hot spot
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Review 38 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Dinner was okay!

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Nice dinner with the boss. The food and ambiance was good. The server was not welcoming or friendly, made no small talk. She seemed inpatient with one of our guest who was indecisive in choosing their meal. A smile to everyone goes a long way!"
Dined on 02/25/2013
 2010
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Review 39 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent seafood

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Excellent food. Old Pasadenan craftsman atmosphere.
Only negative, originally sat us next to an exterior door on a very cold evening. There were plenty of other empty tables.
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Dined on 02/22/2013
 2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 40 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Our dining out was to celebrate

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Our dining out was to celebrate Valentine's Day. I called in to confirm our reservations and requested a personalized menu for my wife, which she received when we arrived and were seated. When we arrived, I requested a booth (I had forgotten to request on earlier)and they accomodated us without any problems. Our waitress was very friendly and attentive."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2009
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 41 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A GOOD PLACE FOR A QUIET,

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"A GOOD PLACE FOR A QUIET, RELACKING MEAL WITH A DATE OR FRIENDS. THE SERVICE IS GREAT AND VERY HELPFUL IF NEEDED WITH RECOMMENDATIONS. THE FOOD IS GOOD WITH A VARIETY OF MEALS TO MEET YOUR MOOD. IT ALSO HAS A MORE CASUAL BAR AREA FOR UNWINDING AND GETTING A LITTLE LOUDER."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2010
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 42 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent seafood and staff

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Excellent seafood and staff excellent service."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2012
Special Features: good for groups, special occasion
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Review 43 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Waiter seemed like he wasen't

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Waiter seemed like he wasen't interested in working. It took him 20 mins to bring us only 2 glasses of wine. not even a mixed drink and was pushing us to buy a bottle even though we said were not much of a drinker and wont drink another glass. The food was actually very bland. Nothing exciting wasent work the $120."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2012
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Review 44 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
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"It is always a pleasure to dine at the McCormick & Schmick's Seafood in Pasadena. We have dined at this McCormick & Schmick location several times & we have never had a bad experience. The ambiance is the best & the food even better. Our waitress Lorriana was delightful & worked so hard to meet all our needs at our Valentine lunch. Thank You!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot
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Review 45 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

my wife and I have an excellent

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"my wife and I have an excellent Valentines dinner. the salmon was exquisite and the Filot Minon was devine."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2009
Special Features: good for groups, great for brunch, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 46 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The food was fabulous and

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 fabulous and the service was great. Our waitress was very friendly and aware of the menu. My wife and I would definitely go back if we had another 200 dollars to spend on food."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2010
Special Features: late-night find, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 47 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great seafood restaurant

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"It is hard to find a good seafood restaurant in the valley. Our experience was great. The food was wonderful as were the drinks. The service was very good but the waiter could have been alittle more attentive. Nice atmosphere. Worth the trip from Northridge. Will definitely go there again."
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2012
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 48 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

McCormick for lunch

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Great fish and nice ambiance. Service was awesome waiter very attentive!"
Dined on 02/15/2013
 2008
Special Features: special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 49 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Food was overcooked, had to

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Food was overcooked, had to ask for bread, salad came out after entree, oysters were not properly shucked. Decor is very nice, host was very courteous, waiter was overwhelmed."
Dined on 02/15/2013
 2008
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Review 50 for McCormick & Schmick's Seafood - Pasadena
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

M&S

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Food fine, but asked for quiet table and got placed next to a table for 18!! Won't return anytime soon!"
Dined on 02/15/2013
 2003
Special Features: good for groups
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