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McCormick & Schmick's Seafood & Steaks

3.9(3,967)
Restaurant

About

McCormick & Schmick's Seafood & Steaks at National Harbor offers a business-friendly setting with heated outdoor seating overlooking the Potomac River, accessible by water taxi from DC and Virginia. The venue serves fresh seafood from the Pacific Rim, Atlantic, and Gulf, alongside aged steaks and locally sourced produce, catering to refined corporate dining.

The restaurant's clubby atmosphere and award-winning happy hour provide a relaxed yet professional environment for client dinners or team gatherings. With private dining options and a menu that balances classic and regional flavors, it supports a seamless turnkey hospitality experience for groups up to 50.

Best for

  • Client dinners with waterfront views
  • Team lunches with heated outdoor seating
  • Happy hour gatherings & cocktail receptions

Request a Package

Tell the venue what you're planning and they'll respond with a custom proposal within 1–2 business days.

Group Dining Event

Custom request

Perfect for team dinners, client lunches, and celebration meals. Reserve a private or semi-private space for your group with food, drinks, and AV if needed.

What's typically included

  • Private or semi-private space
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Happy Hour

Custom request

Host a relaxed evening reception for your team or clients. Reserve a space for drinks and light bites in a social, low-key setting.

What's typically included

  • Private or semi-private space
  • Food & beverage

Full Buyout

Custom request

Take over the entire restaurant for your event. Full control of the space, menu, and atmosphere — ideal for large celebrations or exclusive corporate events.

What's typically included

  • Full venue layout
  • Food & beverage
  • AV & technology

Venue Details

Standout features

Waterfront dining with Potomac River views
Location
Waterfront dining with Potomac River views
Situated on the picturesque waterfront of the Potomac River, the venue offers heated outdoor seating with scenic river views, accessible by water taxi from nearby areas including Old Town and Georgetown.
Diverse seafood sourced from multiple oceans and local farms
Food Program
Diverse seafood sourced from multiple oceans and local farms
Menus feature fresh seafood and shellfish from the Pacific Rim, Atlantic Ocean, and Gulf of Mexico, complemented by locally sourced products from regional ranches, farms, and wineries to create regionally inspired dishes.
Shrimp Kisses appetizer and quality aged steaks
Signature Dishes
Shrimp Kisses appetizer and quality aged steaks
The Shrimp Kisses appetizer—bacon and cheese wrapped shrimp—is a recommended starter, while the aged steaks such as filet and sirloin are noted for being well-cooked and flavorful, offering reliable options for steak lovers.

At a glance

Rated 3.9 on Google · 3,967 reviews