The Refuge

Bar & Lounge · San Carlos, CA

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Casual pub drawing attention for its pastrami sandwiches, hearty burgers & variety of Belgian beers.

Menu

  • Original Pastrami Chopped SaladWarm pastrami morsels, romaine, avocado, tomatoes, shredded swiss cheese, egg, pickled veggies, warm rye toast and honey mustard dressing served on the side (Veg Option)
  • Tomato Soup(Contains Dairy)
  • Chicken Fideo SoupMexican style chicken noodle soup. Garnished with cilantro.
  • House Side SaladMixed greens, tomatoes, red bell peppers, pepperoncini, shallots, shredded parmesan cheese, garlic croutons and Italian vinaigrette.
  • Spring SaladQuinoa, asparagus, baby arugula, cucumber, strawberries, feta cheese, crunchy Za’atar chickpeas, and honey-Aleppo pepper toasted almonds. Tossed in a mint-lemon vinaigrette.
  • Refuge Family Meal (To-Go Only)2 Pounds of our famous Refuge navel pastrami [served hot and sliced or unsliced slab (please specify)], Side of russian dressing, Gulden's spicy brown mustard, pint of cole slaw, pint of sauerkraut, 6 slices of swiss cheese, one whole loaf of rye bread. Plus a special treat, our delicious bread pudding!
  • Refuge Combo MealHALF pastrami sandwich of your choice (Half Plain, Half Reuben, Half Toasted Slaw #19, Half of the 963, or Half Swiss & Mustard), fries, and an ice-cold pilsner! (40cl Pour)
  • ReubenPastrami, sauerkraut, melted swiss, crazy russian dressing and toasted rye.
  • The Toasted Slaw #19Pastrami, coleslaw, swiss (not melted), crazy russian dressing and toasted rye.
  • The 963Pastrami, apple slaw (dijonnaise, fuji apple, jalapeno, red onion, walnuts, and celery), melted american cheese and toasted rye.
  • Swiss & MustardPastrami, swiss, Gulden’s mustard and toasted rye.
  • Soup & SandwichHALF pastrami sandwich of your choice (Half Plain, Half Reuben, Half Toasted Slaw #19, or Half Swiss & Mustard) and a cup of our tomato Soup. Sorry, no substitutions for soup.
  • The Steak12oz. slab of our pure, untrimmed, navel pastrami w/our famous fries. For real fressers only!
  • Lettuce WrapBeef patty, american cheese, vine-ripened tomatoes and red onions wrapped in butter lettuce. Served with a side salad with a side of Italian dressing.
  • Cheese BurgerBeef patty, american cheese, tomatoes, romaine and red onions.
  • Pastrami BurgerBeef burger patty, sliced pastrami, melted swiss, sauerkraut and russian dressing served on burger bun.
  • Brie BurgerBeef patty, brie cheese, mushrooms, tomatoes, oregano and aioli.
  • Bleu Cheese BurgerBeef burger patty, crumbled blue cheese, tomatoes, crispy fried onions, and ranch.
  • Impossible BurgerSeared plant-based burger, melted provolone, avocado, lettuce, tomato, onion and romesco sauce. Served with fries. (*Romesco Contains Nuts)
  • O.G. CheesesteakJust provolone cheese and our delicious sliced rib-eye
  • Wit CheesesteakWIT Caramelized onions, WIT cherry peppers, WIT Refuge cheese sauce
  • The Champ CheesesteakMushrooms, roasted red bell peppers, provolone
  • Western CheesesteakBacon, fried onions, provolone cheese, BBQ sauce, cilantro, and ranch
  • De Arbol CheesesteakSpicy! Avocado sauce, de arbol sauce, sour cream, red onion, lettuce, tomato, cilantro, and cheddar cheese, Served on a classic roll
  • Pastrami CheesesteakPacked with juicy rib-eye, savory pastrami and melted swiss, this mashup brings a bold smoky twist to the traditional cheesesteak. Caramelized onions and a zesty horseradish aioli tie it all together
  • The Turkey SandwichRoasted turkey, crispy bacon, lettuce, tomato, and mayo on toasted sourdough.
  • Tuna MeltAlbacore Tuna, onion, celery, dill, mayo and American cheese served on sourdough bread.
  • Hot Honey Fried Chicken SandoCrispy fried chicken glazed in hot honey Tapatío sauce, topped with provolone, pickles, and creamy ranch on a toasted bun.
  • Seared Tilapia SandwichSpiced seared Tilapia filet, tartar sauce, fried onions, romaine, vine-ripened tomatoes, salsa verde, avocado sauce.
  • Pulled BBQ Pork SandwichPulled BBQ Pork on an Liscio’s roll with Kimchi (red cabbage), ranch, crispy fried onions, and cilantro.
  • Pastrami Tacos (3)Our famous pastrami served on corn tortillas with queso fresco, chipotle mayo, pico de gallo and pickled onions on the side.
  • Grilled Cheese & SoupMelted provolone on sourdough bread served with a side of fries and a cup of soup.
  • French Fries
  • Garlic Fries
  • Goofy FriesGarlic fries with Refuge cheese sauce & pastrami.
  • Onion RingsServed with a side of house-made ranch.
  • Giant PretzelServed with a side of house-made beer cheese sauce.
  • Classic Coleslaw
  • Aged Gouda Mac N' CheeseGarnished with finely diced parsley.
  • Brussel Sprouts with BaconRoasted with bacon fat.
  • Hot WingsTossed in a tapatio-butter hot wing sauce; served with ranch, carrots and celery sticks.
  • Kyiv Style Chopped Chicken LiverChopped chicken liver pate, toasted rye bread, white pickled pearl onions, pickled red onions, whole grain mustard, cornichons.
  • PoutineLegendary Canadian street food. French fries with cheese curd and brown gravy. (Add Bacon or Pastrami)
  • Braised Angus Beef Barbacoa NachosTender-braised angus beef, cheddar, queso fresco, tomatillo avocado sauce, sour cream, cilantro, pico de gallo, served on a bed of corn tortilla chips.
  • Vanilla Ice Cream
  • Superlative Bread PuddingBourbon caramel sauce, and whipped cream
  • Chocolate Pot de Creme
  • Root Beer Float
  • Underberg44% ABV, Premium quality digestive, made with select herbs from over 43 countries, gluten free, kosher
  • Kids CheeseburgerServed with fries
  • Kids Mac and Cheese
  • Kids Hot DogServed with fries
  • Kids HamburgerServed with fries
  • Kids Chicken NuggetsServed with fries
  • Kids Grilled CheeseServed with fries
  • Pastrami Family Meal$1302 pounds of our famous navel pastrami, a loaf of rye bread, coleslaw, sauerkraut, swiss cheese, pickles and our famous russian dressing.
  • Cheeseburgers$140Natural certified angus gracie creek chuck burger served with melted cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato and onions on a brioche bun. Served with fries.
  • Philly Cheesesteaks$145Our steaks are custom-made from ribeye, straight outta Philly and served with provolone cheese. Served on the famous Liscio’s roll. Choose steak or chicken. Served with fries.
  • Pastrami Chopped Salad$100Warm pastrami morsels, romaine, avocado, tomatoes, shredded swiss cheese, egg, pickled carrots & onions, warm rye toast and honey mustard dressing served on the side.
  • Hot Dogs$70Served with 10 hot dogs, buns and fries
  • Mac N’ Cheese Tray$70
  • Tomato Soup$80
  • Bread Pudding Tray$50Served with bourbon sauce and whipped cream
  • Brussel Sprouts$60Roasted with bacon

Location

The Refuge
963 Laurel St, San Carlos, CA 94070, USA
San Carlos, CA 94070

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Hours

monday
17:00 – 21:00
tuesday
17:00 – 21:00
wednesday
17:00 – 21:00
thursday
17:00 – 21:00
friday
17:00 – 21:00
saturday
11:30 – 21:00
sunday
11:30 – 20:00

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