McCormick and Schmick's Happy Hour Budget Dining
Save Money at this Fine Dining Restaurant While Traveling the U.S.
Nov 15, 2008
When thinking of chain-wide budget eateries, McCormick and Schmick’s Seafood would normally not make the list. This fine dining establishment usually offers “catch-of-the-day” style menus, with entrees priced at $25 and up.
So how can a budget traveler enjoy dining in one of their restaurants? The secret lies in their weekday happy hour.
McCormick and Schmick’s Happy Hour Details
McCormick and Schmick’s Seafood restaurants offer weekday afternoon happy hours every Monday through Friday in the bar area only. Times vary according to location, but generally they run sometime between the hours of 3pm and 7pm. Additionally, many locations offer what’s known as a “reverse happy hour,” which starts somewhere around 10pm and runs until midnight or close.
To lure in early diners, the restaurant offers a special food menu that can be ordered off of with any minimum beverage purchase price per person. This price varies from location to location, but it is usually around $2.50, which is the price of a soda.
Why Budget Travelers Will Benefit from McCormick and Schmick’s Happy Hour Pricing
Food offerings on the happy hour bar menu start as little as $1.95, with the maximum pricing on most menus at $4.95.
Typical items offered on the low end of the price scale include a ¼ lb cheeseburger with steak fries (generally one of the $1.95 offerings), a grilled chicken sandwich with steak fries, a triple-cheese quesadilla, a platter of onion rings and tomato bruschetta.
The high end of the scale often includes steamed mussels, BBQ chicken flatbread pizza, pulled pork sliders and even Asian short ribs.
The happy hour portions are a bit smaller than the full-priced offerings on the regular menu, but are perfect for light eaters. Still hungry? One may order as many of the menu items as one wants at these prices, even if only a single drink is bought. Got a group? Order several items and enjoy them tapas-style.
Don't Forget Dessert and Drinks
Round out dinner with one of the yummy $1.95 dessert options. Among the choices spotted on various menus are items like crème brulee, cinnamon bread pudding and a berry cobbler, all served in individual-sized ramekins.
And yes, there are actually drink specials offered, too. Usually this includes a draft beer at $3 and several specialty cocktails for around $5 to $6.
With prices like these, it’s very easy to enjoy a gourmet dining experience at near fast food prices.
For More Details on McCormick and Schmick’s Happy Hour
McCormick and Schmick’s has locations in most major metropolitan cities in the US, including New York City, Miami, Chicago and Los Angeles. As exact pricing, menu items and happy hour times vary from location to location, it’s best to contact the restaurant of choice directly. A complete list of locations and contact details can be found at the McCormick and Schmick’s website.
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