McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood Restaurants, Inc. (Nasdaq: MSSR), today announced the opening of its Raleigh, North Carolina restaurant at the Crabtree Valley Mall. This opening brings the Company’s total restaurant count to 80 locations across the country.

The Crabtree Valley Mall offers visitors an upscale shopping experience and is considered a premier retail destination in the Triangle area.

“We are pleased continue our growth on the East Coast as we further expand our brand awareness with our third restaurant in North Carolina,” said Doug Schmick, chairman and CEO of McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood Restaurants, Inc. “We look forward to bringing our fresh seafood offerings to the city of Raleigh and becoming a part of this dynamic community.”

The Raleigh McCormick & Schmick’s is approximately 8,500 square feet and will seat approximately 320 guests, with additional seats on the patio.

About McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood Restaurants, Inc.

McCormick & Schmick's Seafood Restaurants, Inc. is a leading seafood restaurant operator in the affordable upscale dining segment. The Company now operates 86 restaurants, including 80 restaurants in the United States and six restaurants in Canada under The Boathouse brand. McCormick & Schmick's has successfully grown over the past 36 years by focusing on serving a broad selection of fresh seafood. McCormick & Schmick's inviting atmosphere and high quality, diverse menu offering and compelling price-value proposition appeals to a diverse base of casual diners, families, travelers and the business community.

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