McCormick & Schmick's Seafood & Steaks

McCormick & Schmick's Seafood & Steaks is a traditional seafood restaurant and steakhouse in Center City Philadelphia, positioned across from City Hall along the Avenue of the Arts. The dining room has a formal white-tablecloth style, with dark wood paneling, stained-glass ceilings and mosaic-tiled floors. The setting suits business meals, special occasions and dinners that call for a more polished atmosphere.

The menu focuses on seafood, shellfish, aged steaks and garden-fresh salads. Seafood selections reflect the Pacific Rim, Atlantic and Gulf regions, while other ingredients are sourced from local ranches, farms and wineries for regionally influenced dishes. The menu also includes shareable plates, raw-bar offerings, cocktails, beer and desserts, giving diners options for a full meal or a more casual visit at the bar.

Happy hour provides a separate setting for drinks and bar bites. The restaurant also offers private dining and event catering, making it suitable for gatherings that need a dedicated dining space or a professionally arranged meal. Dine-in service is complemented by options for takeout and delivery.

The restaurant's interior design and service style lean classic rather than casual. Business-casual attire is required, and hats, revealing clothing and athletic wear are not permitted. That policy, along with the formal room and seafood-and-steak menu, gives the venue a composed feel for weekday business dining, evening meals and group occasions.

Located at 1 South Broad Street, the restaurant is part of the city's central cultural and civic district. Its menu provides a broad choice between seafood, meat and salads, while the private dining and catering services extend its use beyond a standard dinner reservation.