Bill McCormick and Doug Schmick teamed up in the 1970s before going on to establish more than 80 restaurants throughout the country. Over time, McCormick & Schmick’s became the nation’s premier family of seafood restaurants. The combination of an open imagination and a respect for tradition is what makes McCormick & Schmick's the classic and successful business that it is today. For more information about our history.The McCormick & Schmick’s mission is for each restaurant to strive to become the best seafood or grill concept restaurant in its market niche. To read our full mission statement and learn more about our company’s principles.