McCormick is always a good decision rather you're craving steak, chicken, lobster or pasta. My favorite main dish is any of the steaks on the menu they just melt in your mouth like butter in my opinion. My favorite appetizer is the crispy Asian calamari. It has tons of flavor and is always cooked right. I ordered the pork chop and it was so good and so big I had to take the rest home with me. The service with decent given the fact that we had a large party. read more

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I will that it is convenient if you are staying in the Westin. Service while friendly, was painfully slow/disorganized. It took a long time just to get a water. I would have been more sympathetic if it was busy, but this place was practically empty. We placed our order and waited and waited. She brought some table bread which good. Served warm with butter. My salad came out last after the rest of the food which was kind of weird. My soup was the best part of the meal. It had a balance of not being too salty which also being rich. The table near us was having a similar experience. The price was a little bit high for the experience in my opinion The bathroom was spotless. read more

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I had a very disappointing experience around 3:30pm at McCormick & Schmick's downtown. I ordered my brother a drink and sat there waiting for the bartender/ General Manager that took our order or a manager to come back and check on us... and no one ever did. When she finally returned, I had to grab someone else just to ask if we could pay our bill. At that point, I mentioned that I actually wanted to order food, and her response was, "Don't you see I'm busy helping other people?" Completely unprofessional and disrespectful. What made the situation even more unbelievable was that one of her regulars stepped in and offered to pay our bill if I wouldn't say anything--because she's a single mother having a bad day. While I can have compassion for anyone going through something, that is not the guest's responsibility to absorb poor service. When I was fighting my health battle with cancer coming to work every single day I would never treat my guess the way that I was treated today. What if I showed up to work and treated my guests poorly because I wasn't feeling well or was having a bad day? That would never be acceptable--and it shouldn't be in this situation either. As someone who has spent years in hospitality, I would never allow this type of service from my team. Being busy or having personal challenges is not an excuse to disrespect guests. Unfortunately, based on this experience, I would not recommend this place. The sad thing about this whole situation it was the general manager that waited on us and treated us with such horrible customer service I will not give her name here! After returning back to work I let them know what we just encountered and then they say they have the same inner counter with the general manager in the past so they always ask for someone else to help them. read more

Great visit. Josh and Becca did a great job taking care of us. Shrimp Kisses are a must have everytime I'm here along with the apple pie for dessert. The location is in the center of downtown. Two different managers checked on me and my date and made sure we were good. read more

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It was so good I definitely enjoyed myself best experience the staff is awesome the food was great everyone who went for my birthday enjoyed it every dish down to the oysters the fish etc was spectacular read more

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I wish I could say that this was a great experience but unfortunately it was not. First, this was a birthday dinner that had been arranged by my boyfriend. We arrived at our reservation time and were sat pretty quickly, at this point so far all good. I was wished a happy birthday, which was a surprise to me. The menu even had a birthday wish from McCormick and Schmidt. The server was very friendly and wished me a happy birthday. We placed our drink order. I had a cocktail the dragon kiss which was delicious but overpriced and not as pictured. It took a while to get our drinks, but that was OK as we were relaxing and enjoying our night. My boyfriend ordered coffee which he never received we ordered an appetizer the shrimp kisses by the way we're delicious but we had these without our drinks, I recommend the app if you do happen to go. He then ordered a cocktail. He received it after a long wait we placed our order for our main meal an hour and a half later we had not received our meals. We let the server know that we had tickets to an event and needed to leave in approximately 20 minutes if she could check on our food. She said the kitchen was backed up and that everybody was trying to get to an event so our food would have to take its place in line and come out as things were being prepared. About 15 minutes before we needed to leave some food arrived at the table. My boyfriend's food was correct, however mine was not. at this point I told the server to cancel my dinner as I was not going to try to eat fast just so that we could make our next scheduled event. I left the restaurant before my boyfriend to start walking to the event because the check did not come. The manager never came by to check on us after being told that he would. I'm very disappointed in how this was handled. I'm disappointed that my birthday dinner consisted of two shrimp and a cocktail. With no apologies from the management and no effort to make things right. We will not be returning. read more

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Fair lunch in the bar a couple weeks back while in town. I had the lobster bisque, the crab and shrimp cake, and their fabulous warm sourdough bread. Service by the bartender was friendly and attentive. Pleasant atmosphere. read more

McCormick & Schmick's Seafood & Steaks - Crab and Shrimp cake - Seafood Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Service here was comically slow. We had a comfortable window seat in the bar, overlooking the Christmas tree in Fountain Square and weren't particularly in a hurry but it took 40 minutes to get a cocktail! We also ordered 3 apps, which came at the same time as the drinks. I do have to say all of the drinks and appetizers were very good. I had a raspberry mule which was very balanced and tasty. For apps, we got the ahi tuna (very good!), shrimp cocktail (just so-so), and Korean Fried chicken (which was very good as well but watch out for those little peppers! ) Once we asked for our bill, we had another long wait. Each time the server stopped by, he thanked us for our patience but they really do need to work on logistics or get some more help in the bar area. With a 20% tip, our bill for 2 happy hour cocktails and 3 happy hour appetizers came to $73. read more

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Wonderful food and great hospitality! On my recent business trip to Cincinnati, I decided to return to M&S. Located near the Westin hotel and the Fountain Square, the restaurant is in an excellent location. I ordered seafood entrees for dinner on both nights. The swordfish on the first night was done well, and salmon on the second night was very tender and tasty. Services were prompt and good at the restaurant. Prices were very reasonable as well. Great restaurant for seafood lovers! read more

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Got in late, and happy to see the restaurant was still open. Not many people there but I suspect midweek and the hour were to blame. I went to the bar and ordered off the menu there. Super happy with my meal!! They have a great deal with salad and entree and it was very filling and delicious. I had planned on being healthy and trying the salmon but the Brussels sprouts with the pork chop won we over.... I devoured it all!! Yum!! The mashed potatoes were too watery for my liking. I'd substitute for more Brussels sprouts, if possible, next time. Lucas was my bartender/server. He was amazing. Paid enough attention to me that I had what I needed but also not overly intrusive. I will go back!! Hope Lucas is also there! Ask him for recommendations!! read more

While I can appreciate a cheap happy hour, for such an elevated restaurant I was a little disappointed at the quality of the shrimp. It seemed overly dried out. On Fridays they have an oyster deal specifically at the bar. The length of time it took to get a cocktail was a little longer than I had hoped, but I appreciated the bartender taking the extra effort to pour fresh espresso for my espresso martini. The restaurant was not crowded at all (4pm on a Friday) and our party of 3 had no problem grabbing a table at the bar! read more

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Celebrated New Year's at this downtown spot. Location was great and the food was generally great. Two small complaints...first one, we ordered oysters and it took forever to get them. We also ordered the lobster bisque. Taste-wise the oysters were fabulous especially with the vinaigrette dipping sauce. However, I was disappointed in the lobster bisque. Croutons in this high end soup is unnecessary. It was already nicely paired with the complimentary sourdough bread. The main course of the salmon and sea bass was good. Just slightly on the salty side but others may love it that way. Service by Olivia was wonderful. Attentive and very accommodating as much as possible. read more

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Service slow Food ice cold Bathroom floor sticky over priced dump. Manager non exsistent Impossible to get ahold of resturant. Dont go here read more

I received a generous gift card for Christmas so my husband and I decided to visit for a date night dinner. I don't plan on returning. We had the crab cake for an appetizer which was the best part of the meal. Really good and the corn on the side was also good. My husband's steak was okay but he said the truffle fries were the best part of the meal. I ordered the blackened salmon at the top of the menu that appeared to be a "lighter" option, but it was absolutely swimming in butter. The butter was visible around the plate and kind of grossed me out. I was told the vegetable was broccoli and peppers but it was tough broccolini. The mashed potatoes were fine but were very buttery as well. I ate the salmon and left the rest while my husband ate just his steak. I am glad we weren't paying for the meal because it felt wasted. I was surprised the server didn't notice the grease around the plate. read more

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Will not be going back. Unfortunately this was one of my favorite downtown restaurants. The food can be great. However, we never received any food! We had a reservation 2 hours before an Aronoff show - plenty of time at most other restaurants. We ordered our drinks and dinner (no appetizers) as soon as the waitress (finally) came to our table. We told her we had an Aronoff show and she assured us we had plenty of time but would alert the kitchen anyway. After 1 hour and 45 minutes, still no food and we had to leave! We asked multiple times, nothing. The manager came by and just nonchalantly said, sorry. Also the restaurant wasn't even that crowded. Unacceptable. Do better! We won't be wasting our time there again. There are plenty of better run restaurants downtown. read more

My aunt just ordered a salad that had something in it that she reacted to. She asked for something new and was rudely told by the manager that he had already come over and asked and why didn't we something sooner. He had absolutely no concern and again, was very rude. I would have asked to speak to a manager. But this was the manager. Our waiter was very kind through. 6/9/26 8:51. read more

OMG. That's it! Lol I looooove going to this place. Not only is the food 5 star , the service matches that. My hostess was Sam. She was on her "A" game and was outstanding. She works on the weekends and is in college. Go support her and vibe with the atmosphere/ambiance. This is one of my fave dining out spots. Kudos to the chef! I'll definitely go back really soon! read more

Worth Trying! While staying at the Westin Cincinnati, I tried this restaurant for dinner. I was very pleased with the food. The service was excellent provided by Brennan. He was very attentive and polite. The restaurant has a classic Stake House ambiance. Low lights, wood furnitures and relaxing music. If you are in the area check it out and enjoy! read more

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The food is delicious I got oysters, flatbread and lobster bisque. Jen and Josh were exceptional and I felt very welcomed.

Josh at the bar was fantastic. Personable to make me feel like home but also efficient enough to take of me in a timely manner. Five star Service Josh! Your thoughtful suggestion just made my food over the top. read more

I typically don't do chain restaurants, but I took a chance on McCormick & Schmick's--and I was genuinely blown away. Filet mignon cooked perfectly (cold, bloody red, exactly as ordered), great appetizers, solid cocktails, and outstanding service. Everything was on point. As someone who passionately supports OTR and downtown restaurants and is well-connected in the local food scene, this impressed me. Whether it's new chefs, staff, or management, something is clearly working. Honest feedback matters--and this is an honest review. I'm a new fan and will definitely be back. Excellent job. read more

Just had dinner at McCormick and Lucas, our server was excellent!; from drink suggestions to dinner selections. Everything he recommended was delicious. Great service ! read more

Hostess was kind, prompt, and extremely helpful. Bartender Christian is a true stand out and a delight to spend time with. The food (a filet and Mahi Mahi) were meh at best. Go for drinks. Sit at the bar. Order happy hour food and it'll be great. Skip the meals. read more

Went out on a whim and made reservations here for my wife and I as a birthday gift to her, first time ever trying this place. I have absolutely zero complaints, the ambiance, service and the food were all fantastic. Anthony our server was amazing and on top of everything! We will be back! read more

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I've walked past this restaurant many times. Like Morton's or Ruth's Chris, I assumed it would be too expensive. I was wrong. The restaurant is dark wood and heavy cloth, wood floors, a huge granite bar, everything typically found in overpriced restaurants. I stopped to view their lunch menu, and was surprised a variety of items under $20. Then I saw the happy hour menu - $2 fish tacos on Tuesday! My curiosity got the best of me. I sat at the bar, and the service was immediate and polite. I ordered an iced tea ($4), and three fish tacos ($6). I fully expected some tiny tacos, barren of ingredients. Again, wow, was I wrong! The tacos were large, meaty, loaded with ingredients and absolutely delicious! I'll return for most of their lunch items, but this is my new go-to spot on Tuesdays!! read more

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Went there for birthday celebration. I was disappointed. It was meh with highlights of great. Our server was super friendly. The appetizer-Shrimp Kiss- was meh. The Seafood Broil- the salmon and crab cake were very good. The stuffed shrimp and mashed potatoes were meh. The drinks were very good. And our server recommended the chocolate dessert that had white chocolate mousse that was the star. The disappointment was dinner took 2 1/2 hrs. And they weren't that busy on a Saturday. It takes over an hour for us to drive there- so not sure if I'll be back anytime soon. read more

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This place used to be really fancy when I was a kid, but now to me it's not really fancy. It's just a little expensive. I had a decent time because it was happy hour. So things were priced well, they actually have a great happy hour. The food did take a little while, and I went at 5 o'clock. But they have more happy-hour options than most places downtown. They can use some new updates, decoratively, but that's a me problem, not their problem. I had the oysters. They are not on the happy hour list but I wanted fries and that's a great combo and I settled in for the margarita that was $7.50. So not too expensive a easy before dinner or after work meal. It's worth the stop, but it's nothing also that you have to stop for if that makes sense. Happy hour spot for sure not really sitdown dinner spot for me. Service was good but I sat at the bar . read more

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I came here for a quick lunch and had a cup of the main lobster bisque, and it was very good. It had great flavor. It was creamy and had large chunks of lobster in it. The service was great. My waitress was very attentive. I also ordered the chocolate silk pie and oh my goodness if you were craving chocolate, I highly recommend that you get this. It is so rich and flavorful definitely fulfilled my craving! If you're looking for a place to grab a good lunch, I highly recommend McCormick & Schmick's! read more

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First, our server Olivia was amazing!!!! She really provided great service to a large party and attending to all of our needs no matter how outlandish they were!!!! Also the chef "Sean" was amazing as well. Came out to the table several times to ensure our food was exactly what we ordered and tasted well! Second, the food was just okay. Not great but also not terrible. I had the crab and shrimp stuffed salmon. It needed a bit of seasoning and the salmon was slightly over cooked, but cool overall. Lastly, the surprise charges lol. To sub a veggie for a veggie or start for starch, there was a fee of $8. I think it would've been okay had that was mentioned to us by Olivia, but she certainly had a "salesmen" mentally. Offer the "bells and whistle" without telling you the cost for each. In summary, the food okay, service amazing, surprise substitution cost ! Don't think I will be back. read more

I haven't eaten at a McCormick & Schmicks in years. I was in town for a business meeting and this restaurant was conveniently located next to the Westin Cincinnati hotel. Many of us ordered the sea bass based on the server's recommendation. Unfortunately, many of us were disappointed. The fish was overcooked and tough. Mine was also very fishy. I love sea bass and get it often, so I know great sea bass. None of us complained because we didn't want to make an issue with so many from work management were dining with us at the table. Overall the restaurant was lovely. Nice warm decor in a downtown setting. Just don't get the sea bass. read more

McCormick & Schmick's Seafood & Steaks - Sea bass - Seafood Near Me - Cincinnati, Ohio

Friday night reservations at 5 pm. Front of house seemed weeded already with restaurant only less than half full. I didn't have a good feeling about this...seated in bar area which was loud but at least we had a window view. I hate having bartenders serve us cause I know then tend to mind the bar more than their tables. Ordered a couple cocktails, small and expensive. I then ordered a ribeye and wife had Mahi Mahi. Came out super quick which was another red flag. Steak was less than Texas Roadhouse quality. Fish was dry. Not impressed at all. Definitely not high end food that demanded high end pricing. Overall just an OK experience. Probably would not go back. read more

Great service Very accommodating Decorated cozy for the Christmas season Oysters were spectacular Herb chicken tasty read more

The service is great. Unfortunately the food is not. I just wanted something light so I got the clam chowder. There was so much pepper it was all I could taste. I'm from New England so I know my clam chowder. Next I got a shrimp cocktail. The shrimp were big and juicy but the cocktail sauce was horrible. All horseradish! More is not always better when it comes to seasoning. For the prices they charge I expect better read more

We had a great experience here from the time we walked in and were greeted by the hostess to the wonderful service by Chris, our waiter. We started with drinks and I got a Prosecco sangria, delicious . We skipped appetizers and salads to go straight to the meals of fish&chips and Seabass. My husband couldn't finish all of his fish & chips - huge portion! Let me tell you, that seabass is the best I've ever had. It comes in a bed of noodles and vegetables in the most delicious Asian sauce. I just loved it! After dinner we took a short walk to Taft Theatre, only a few blocks away. read more

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McCormick & Schmick's is known for being "the" place for seafood. It's a consistent, delicious experience. Or so it used to be. This was a *shitshow*. From arriving on time for a reservation, to waiting for 30 minutes to be sat, to waiting an hour for drinks - and it *got worse*. The discussion was "should we leave and go to skyline" for our table of six. I was first to arrive, and the hostess said she'd prepare the table. Everyone arrived and she never reappeared until later. And that attitude was unacceptable from a hostess. No explanation - just "come with me." The server was SUPER nice but it dealt like even he knew they weren't going to deliver. So here's the deal - immediately call out a garlic allergy and celiac disease. Anaphylactic garlic reaction. They note it. Said they will tell the kitchen. It won't be an issue. So after an hour, we get our drinks (table of six). We eventually get our oysters and mussels (delicious). Then the entrees- and she stops and looks at the steak. "Does this look like garlic?" A quick taste from our friend and "yep. That's garlic butter." This isn't a "I asked for no onions" mistake, this is "oops we sent out a loaded gun." They tried to say "no, it's fine, it's not garlic!" and we had to tell them to refire it because - we taste garlic! And then they came out and said "they sent the wrong steak." Come. On. My wagyu steak was cold, the au poivre was nonexistent. All in all, a shitshow. read more

Still great after many years of not going to Cinci. The location is greet, the food is good and the cocktails won't break the bank.

Food! Service! Ambiance! Best burger in town. Best Happy Hour in town. Great view of Fountain Square.

Best in town! I'm not kidding, although instinctively some might not think of M & S when trying to decide where to dine. Make a point to stop in here. And especially so if it's happy hour. Because there isn't one any better anywhere, both on price and quality. And the staff doesn't seem to turnover very much at all, which makes them a very polished bunch. read more

We went for my birthday dinner. The staff was great. Our server Mike was fun and we had some laughs. My drink was heavenly and our food was good. I ordered the mahi mahi with scallops mashed potatoes and green beans. The sauce was A+. My husband got angus dried rib steak. He's a steak man and was happy. The only downfall the scallops were not great The decor is a little outdated but overall. A great experience overall read more

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Food, service and ambiance was amazing. Crabcake, tuna and shrimp! The service was over the top!