McCormick & Schmick's Seafood Restaurants, Inc. (Nasdaq:MSSR) today reported that it will host a conference call to discuss second quarter financial results on Wednesday, August 6, 2008 at 5:00 PM ET. Hosting the call will be Douglas Schmick, Chairman and Chief Executive Officer, and Manny Hilario, Chief Financial Officer. A press release with second quarter financial results will be issued after the market close that same day.

The conference call can be accessed live over the phone by dialing 888-256-9132, or for international callers 913-981-4905. A replay will be available one hour after the call and can be accessed by dialing 888-203-1112 or 719-457-0820 for international callers; the conference ID is 5634476. The replay will be available until Wednesday, August 20, 2008.

The call will be webcast live from the Company's website at www.McCormickandSchmicks.com under the investor relations section.

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 87 restaurants, including 81 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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