McCormick & Schmick's Closed By New Owners of Graduate Providence — Formerly the Biltmore

McCormick & Schmick's Closed By New Owners of Graduate Providence — Formerly the Biltmore

McCormick & Schmick's Seafood & Steaks is closed and according to staff at Graduate Providence — formerly the Biltmore, the new owners closed the restaurant.

This is just the latest change by the new owners of the hotel. Besides changing the name of the historic hotel the new owners also closed the Starbucks in the hotel for a new coffee shop in its place.

The closure of McCormick & Schmick's was without public notice.

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Bill McCormick, the co-founder of the chain, is a Rhode Island native and was born in Providence. Beyond creating the restaurant chain he served as the U.S. Ambassador to New Zealand under President George W. Bush.

Last week, the Cianci Educational Foundation blasted the Graduate Hotel for removing portraits of the late Mayor Vincent “Buddy” Cianci in the hotel. 

“We feel this situation is ironic as The Biltmore would be a poorly manicured parking lot today if not for Buddy’s efforts in the 1970s to preserve it,” wrote the Foundation in a Facebook post last Wednesday morning.

“The Graduate Hotel can do whatever they like but it is truly sad to see a single complaint from a clearly biased person dictate corporate policy,” wrote the Foundation.

The hotel is now owned by AJ Capital Partners in Chicago.

About the restaurant:

McCormick & Schmick's is located in the historic Biltmore Hotel in the heart of the city and adjacent to the Rhode Island Convention Center. Our sterling reputation and high customer loyalty comes from our commitment to provide a delicious, relaxing meal with impeccable service and meticulous attention to detail. Whether you are shopping, visiting a nearby historical site or museum or holding a business luncheon, enjoy a delicious, specially prepared meal at McCormick & Schmick’s. We are open every day for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Our menu is printed each day to accommodate seafood selections from around the world. McCormick & Schmick’s also features a wide assortment of local produce, seafood, shellfish and craft beers sourced from neighboring farms, vendors and breweries.

For the non-seafood diner, we have poultry and beef specialties, as well as tempting pasta dishes. Save room for one of our decadent desserts! Visit our lively bar, where our bartenders practice traditional mixology. Ask for one of our hand-shaken cocktails made with freshly squeezed juices. Or, enjoy an assortment of imported, domestic and craft beers, as well as premium wines and liquors. During Happy Hour, ask about our popular bar menu that features a variety of food and drink specials.