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    The REFUGE San Carlos

    963 Laurel St

    San Carlos, CA 94070


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    Featured Items

    • Reuben

      Pastrami, sauerkraut, melted swiss, crazy russian dressing, toasted rye. Served w/ pickles & pickled red onions.
      $26.95
    • Chopped Salad

      Warm pastrami morsels, romaine, avocado, tomatoes, shredded swiss cheese, egg, pickled veggies, warm rye toast, honey mustard dressing served on the side.
      $20.45
    • Cheese Burger

      American cheese, vine-ripened tomatoes, romaine lettuce, and red onion on side.
      $18.45

    Drinks

    Soft Drinks

    • Arnold Palmer

      $4.45
    • Black Cherry Soda

      $4.45
    • Bottle Reg. Water (16oz)

      $2.25
    • Cherry Lemonade

      $4.95
    • Coca-Cola

      Coca-Cola Original Taste — the crisp, refreshing taste you know and love
      $3.95
    • Diet Coke

      Take a Diet Coke break with this refreshing, no-calorie soft drink
      $3.95
    • Fanta Orange

      Liberate your every day with fizzy and refreshing fruit-flavored Fanta soda pop
      $3.95
    • Ginger Ale

      Bruce Cost's true original, made with only fresh ginger (no extracts or oils) and pure cane sugar
      $5.45
    • Iced Tea

      $4.45
    • Lemonade

      $4.45
    • Milk

      $4.45
    • Root Beer

      $5.45
    • Roy Rogers

      $4.25
    • Shirley Temple

      $4.25
    • Soda Water

      $1.00
    • Sprite

      Classic, cool, crisp lemon-lime flavored taste that's caffeine free
      $3.95
    • Coke Zero

      $3.95
    • Mexican Coke

      $5.95
    • Sparkling Water

      $4.95+

    Food

    Appetizers

    • Fries

      $6.95
    • Garlic Fries

      perplexingly austere, served with our famous chile mayo.
      $7.95
    • Goofy Fries

      Garlic fries with Refuge cheese sauce & pastrami; cilantro garnish.
      $14.95
    • Brussel Sprouts

      Roasted with bacon and caramelized onions,
      $10.45
    • Kiev Style Chopped Chicken Liver App

      Chopped chicken liver pate, toasted rye bread, White pickled pearl onions, pickled red onions, whole grain mustard, cornichons, & fried chicken skin.
      $13.95
    • Mac & Cheese

      $11.95
    • Nachos

      Tender-braised Short Rib, cheddar, queso fresco, tomatillo avocado sauce, sour cream, cilantro, pico de gallo
      $17.95
    • Poutine

      Legendary Canadian comfort food. French fries with cheese curd and brown gravy.
      $11.45
    • Hot Wings

      Deep-fried and tossed in tapatio-butter wing sauce; with carrots, celery, & ranch.
      $16.45
    • Pastrami Tacos!

      Our amazing delicious pastrami served on corn tortillas, queso fresco, chipotle mayo, pico de gallo and pickled onions on the side.
      $20.45
    • Pretzel

      Served with a side of house-made beer cheese sauce.
      $13.45
    • Onion Rings

      Served with a side of ranch
      $9.95

    Pastrami

    • Reuben

      Pastrami, sauerkraut, melted swiss, crazy russian dressing, toasted rye. Served w/ pickles & pickled red onions.
      $26.95
    • Pastrami #19

      Pastrami, coleslaw, Salt roasted pepitas, swiss (not melted), crazy russian dressing, toasted rye. With pickles & pickled red onions.
      $26.95
    • Swiss & Mustard

      Pastrami, swiss (not melted) and mustard, toasted rye. With pickles & pickled red onions.
      $26.95
    • The 963

      Pastrami, apple slaw, (dinonnaise, fuji apple, jalapeno, red onion, walnuts, and celery), melted American cheese and toasted rye.
      $26.95
    • Pastrami Plain

      Old School style: just pastrami on toasted rye. With pickles & pickled red onions.
      $26.95
    • Refuge Combo Meal

      Half pastrami sandwich, fries, and an ice cold pilsner! What a deal!
      $27.95
    • Soup and Sandwich

      HALF pastrami sandwich of your choice (Half Plain, Half Reuben, Half Toasted Slaw #19, or Half Swiss & Mustard,) and a cup sized portion of our Tomato soup. (Sorry no Substitutions for Soup)
      $23.45
    • Pastrami Slices

      3oz of Sliced Pastrami
      $10.45
    • Half Lb. Pastrami

      8oz. of the finest pastrami in the world. Served hot. Get it sliced or whole chunk. Check refugesc.com for home prep recommendations.
      $20.00
    • Lb. Pastrami

      16oz. of the finest pastrami in the world. Served hot. Get it sliced or whole chunk. Check refugesc.com for home prep recommendations.
      $40.00
    • The Steak

      12oz. slab of our pure, untrimmed, navel pastrami w/our famous fries. For real fressers only!
      $34.00
    • Refuge Family Meal

      Perfect for Shabbos, Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur (sans cheese), or any other holiday or family meal. * 2 lbs. of our famous navel pastrami, loaf of rye bread, coleslaw, sauerkraut, swiss, pickles, and russian dressing. Plus a special treat, our delicious bread pudding!
      $130.00

    Burgers

    • Cheese Burger

      American cheese, vine-ripened tomatoes, romaine lettuce, and red onion on side.
      $18.45
    • Pastrami Burger

      Gracie Creek chuck burger, sliced pastrami, melted swiss, sauerkraut and russian dressing served on a burger bun
      $23.95
    • Hamburger

      Fresh-ground Gracie Creek "Never Ever" beef chuck, fries, and LTOP (on side)
      $16.45
    • Mushroom and Brie Burger

      $19.95
    • Burger Patty

      $6.00
    • Lettuce Wrap

      Our house made patty with melted American cheese served wrapped in pieces of iceberg lettuce. Served with a mixed green side salad with balsamic vinaigrette on the side.
      $17.45
    • Patty Melt

      Our Patty Melt is a Los Angeles favorite, featuring a juicy burger on buttery, golden-griddled rye bread with melted swiss cheese and sweet caramelized onions. Served with a side of crispy fries.
      $18.95
    • Impossible Burger

      Seared plant-based burger, melted provolone, avocado, lettuce, tomato, onion, and tomato romesco sauce*. Served with fries. *contains nuts
      $19.95
    • Bleu Cheese Burger

      Beef burger patty, crumbled blue cheese, tomatoes, crispy fried onions, and ranch.
      $19.95

    Cheesesteaks

    Our steaks are custom-made from Ribeye, straight outta Philly. Served on the famous Liscio’s roll. Served with a side of fries.
    • De Arbol

      Spicy! Avocado sauce, de arbol sauce, sour cream, red onion, lettuce, tomato, cilantro, and American cheese, Served on a classic roll with a side of fries.
      $19.95
    • The Champ

      Mushrooms, roasted red bell peppers, Provolone. Our steaks are custom made, straight outta Philly. Served on the famous Amoroso's roll and served with a side of fries.
      $18.95
    • OG Philly

      Our steaks are custom-made from Ribeye, straight outta Philly. Served on the famous Liscio’s roll. Served with a side of fries. Meat and provolone only on this one!
      $17.45
    • The Wit

      House made Refuge cheddar cheese sauce, caramelized onions, and cherry peppers.
      $18.95
    • Western Cheesesteak

      Bacon, fried onions, provolone cheese, BBQ sauce, cilantro, and ranch dressing
      $22.45

    Specialties & Favorites

    • Tuna Melt

      Nobody ever admits it, but we all love the tuna melt. We do it proper with onions, celery, dill, lemon juice, mayo, cheddar, sourdough, and.......love. (served w/fries)
      $15.95
    • Grilled Cheese and Tomato Soup

      Grilled cheese sandwich and a cup of tomato soup, served with fries
      $15.95
    • Seared Tilapia Sandwich

      Spiced seared Tilapia filet, tartar sauce, fried onions, romaine, vine-ripened tomatoes, salsa verde, avocado sauce, and side of fries
      $17.45
    • Hot Honey Fried Chicken Sando

      Crispy fried chicken glazed in hot honey Tapatío sauce, topped with provolone, pickles, and creamy ranch on a toasted bun.
      $18.95
    • Pulled BBQ Pork Sandwich

      Pulled BBQ Pork on an Liscio’s roll with Kimchi (red cabbage), ranch, crispy fried onions, and cilantro. (Served with fries)
      $17.95

    Soup & Salads

    • Chopped Salad

      Warm pastrami morsels, romaine, avocado, tomatoes, shredded swiss cheese, egg, pickled veggies, warm rye toast, honey mustard dressing served on the side.
      $20.45
    • Veggie Chopped Salad

      $12.95
    • Side Salad

      Mixed Greens, Diced tomatoes, diced red bell peppers, sliced pepperoncini, sliced shallots, shredded parmesan cheese, garlic croutons and Italian vinaigrette.
      $9.45
    • Spring Salad

      Quinoa, asparagus, baby arugula, cucumber, strawberries, feta cheese, crunchy Za’atar chickpeas, and honey-Aleppo pepper toasted almonds. Tossed in a mint-lemon vinaigrette.
      $15.95
    • Tomato Soup

      $8.00+
    • Sweet Corn Soup

      Garnished with roasted corn, chives, and truffle oil. (Contains Dairy)
      $12.45

    Kids Menu

    • Child Cheeseburger

      $8.95
    • Child Hot Dog

      $8.95
    • Kids Mac and Cheese

      $6.95
    • Kids Hamburger

      $7.95
    • Kids Grilled Cheese

      $7.95
    • Kids Chicken Nuggets

      Kids Chicken Nuggets, Served with ranch, bbq sauce and fries.
      $9.95

    Dessert

    • Bread Pudding

      Superlative and copied by many! With bourbon caramel sauce, and whipped cream
      $9.95
    • Vanilla Ice Cream

      $5.95
    • Root Beer Float

      $7.95
    • Chocolate Pot de Creme

      $5.95

    Sides

    • Fries

      $6.95
    • Garlic Fries

      perplexingly austere, served with our famous chile mayo.
      $7.95
    • Goofy Fries

      Garlic fries with Refuge cheese sauce & pastrami; cilantro garnish.
      $14.95
    • Side Of Avocado

      $3.50
    • Side Of Bacon

      $3.95
    • Side of BBQ Sauce

      $0.50
    • Bell Peppers

      $1.50
    • Brussel Sprouts

      Roasted with bacon and caramelized onions,
      $10.45
    • Burger Patty

      $7.00
    • Side Of Cole Slaw

      $6.00
    • Side Of Kraut

      $3.00
    • Side Of Chopped Chicken Liver

      $6.00
    • Loaf Of Bread

      $12.50
    • Mac & Cheese

      $11.95
    • Side Of Pickles

      $3.00
    • Russian Dressing (8oz)

      $4.00
    • Side Of Beef Cheesesteak

      $7.00
    • Side Of Chicken Cheesesteak

      $7.00
    • Upgrade Poutine

      $10.45
    • Side Of Jalapenos

      $0.50
    • Side Fried Chicken

      $8.00

    Catering menu

    • Soup (for 10 ppl)

      Soup of The Day (please call us for more info)
      $80.00
    • Pastrami Family Meal

      SERVES 6 TO 8 PEOPLE Perfect for Shabbos, Rosh Hashanah, Yom Kippur (sans cheese), or any other holiday or family meal. * 2 lbs. of our famous navel pastrami, loaf of rye bread, coleslaw, sauerkraut, swiss, pickles, pickled onions, spicy brown mustard and russian dressing.
      $130.00
    • Cheeseburger Bar (for 10 ppl)

      10 CHEESBURGERS Natural Certified Angus beef burger served with melted american cheese, lettuce, tomato, and onions on brioche bun. Served with fries.
      $140.00
    • Chopped Salad Tray (for 10 ppl)

      Warm pastrami morsels, romaine, avocado, tomatoes, shredded swiss cheese, egg, pickled carrots & onions, warm rye toast and honey mustard dressing served on the side.
      $100.00
    • Hot Dog (for 10 ppl)

      10 all beef hot dog served with fries.
      $70.00
    • Mac N’ Cheese (for 10 ppl)

      Aged Gouda Mac and Cheese
      $70.00
    • Philly Cheesesteak Bar (for 10 ppl)

      10 CHEESESTEAKS Our steaks are custom-made from Ribeye, straight outta Philly, and provolone cheese. Served on the famous Liscio’s roll. Choose steak or chicken. Served with fries.
      $145.00
    • Bread Pudding (for 10 ppl)

      $50.00
    • Brussel Sprouts (For 10 PPL)

      Roasted with bacon
      $60.00

    Bottled/Canned Beers , Ciders & Special Drinks

    Bottles/Canned Beer

    • Alchemist Focal Banger (474ml)

      7% ABV, American IPA with Citra & Mosaic hops.
      $10.00
    • Alchemist Heady Topper (474ml)

      8% ABV, We love hops – that’s why our flagship Double IPA, Heady Topper, is packed full of them. Heady Topper was designed to showcase the complex flavors and aromas these flowers produce. The Alchemist has been brewing Heady Topper since 2003. This Double IPA is not intended to be the strongest or most bitter DIPA. It is brewed to give you wave after wave of hop flavor without any astringent bitterness. We brew Heady Topper with a proprietary blend of six hops – each imparting its own unique flavor and aroma. Take a big sip of Heady and see what hop flavors you can pick out. Orange? Tropical Fruit? Pink Grapefruit? Pine? Spice? There is just enough malt to give this beer some backbone, but not enough to take the hops away from the center stage
      $11.00
    • Alvarado Skaze of Thunder (474ml)

      8.5% ABV, DDH Hazy DIPA is loaded with juicy hop character, soft haze, and full-throttle citrus and tropical notes. Smooth, saturated, and built for maximum octane.
      $14.00
    • Alvarado St Double Dank Shake (474ml)

      8.5% ABV, Collaboration Milkshake Double IPA with our Portland dudes, Great Notion! We've loaded up this juicy hop concoction with Nelson, Citra cyro, Simcoe and a hint of Eureka to bring the dank fire and set the stage for "Northern Lights" terpenes. The result is surprisingly a bright citrus and perfumey honeydew melon character, pairing perfectly with added creaminess from milk sugar and raw oats in the grist.
      $12.00
    • Alvarado St Mai Tai PA (474ml)

      6.5% ABV, American Strong Pale Ale! light on bitterness, but heavy on hop aroma, courtesy of 100% Mosaic hops.
      $10.00
    • Alvarado St. Cold Pressed (474ml)

      7.2% ABV, Formerly known as "Cold Pressed Hop Juice", this IPA has been fermented with a peachy, stone-fruit heavy yeast strain that complements the melon and candy-like notes of El Dorado hops. Citra and Azacca bring in a layer of tropical fruit and rounds out the citrusy character. Low bitterness and emphasis on flavor and aroma additions, along with high protein adjuncts like flaked oats give the mouthfeel a juicy texture.
      $10.00
    • Aslan Coastal Pils (330ml)

      4.8% ABV, This Pilsner is fully attenuated, hoppy with a refreshing mineral finish and notes of cracker, biscuit, and lemony bitterness.
      $8.00
    • Ayinger Altbairisch Dunkel (500ml)

      5% ABV, Lager - Munich Dunkel. Up until the Second World War, dark beer was the predominant beer type in the Munich area. The hard water found in the region played a special role in producing this specialty. In his book “Beer International”, the world-renowned English beer writer, Michael Jackson, accurately describes the Ayinger “Altbairisch Dunkel” as: “A good example of its kind. Impenetrably dark with a golden-brown gleam when held up to the light, and with a warm aroma and malty taste, while summoning up coffee taste sensations on going down. It is brewed from five types of malt (two of which are torrified dark), and it is only lightly hopped.” It is produced using the traditional double fermentation process.
      $13.00
    • Ayinger Bräuweisse (330ml)

      5.1% ABV, Hefeweizen, Smooth, mild, creamy, with fruity (banana) and spicy (clove) flavors, finishing dry with a hint of citrus and low bitterness.
      $8.00
    • Ayinger Celebrator (330ml)

      6.7% ABV, Doppelbock. A beer that has a dominant malty taste, festive foam, and truly extraordinary fragrance with an accompanying coffee tone, which becomes more dominant with the aftertaste
      $10.00
    • Bike Dog Dog Years (474ml)

      7.0% ABV, WEST COAST IPA. Pine and lemon zest flavors lead the way, followed by subtle melon notes and a crisp, balanced finish that keeps the bitterness in check.
      $8.00
    • Bike Dog Milk Stout 474ml

      $8.00
    • Bomonti Unfiltered Lager (600ml)

      4.1% ABV, Smooth Turkish lager with a crisp finish, balanced malt sweetness, and mild bitterness.
      $10.00
    • Cellarmaker Coffee And Cigarettes (474ml)

      7.7% ABV Smoked Coffee Porter, Bold roast, rich espresso character, & smooth smoke take center stage in this robust porter.
      $12.00
    • Cellarmaker Nectaron Dreamscape 474ml

      8.3% ABV, HAZY DOUBLE IPA. Ripe peach, passion fruit, and white grape flavors layered over a soft, pillowy body with a smooth finish..
      $8.00
    • Cellarmaker Pacific Crush 474ml

      6.1% ABV, WEST COAST IPA. Grapefruit, mango, and pine flavors lead into a crisp, dry finish that showcases a more modern hop profile.
      $10.00
    • Cellarmaker Smell The Colors (474ml)

      6.5% ABV hazy IPA, predominantly hopped with Citra alongside smaller amounts of Nectaron and a nice garnish of Simcoe T90 and Simcoe Cryo. Really beautiful bright flavors of grapefruit candy, mango and cara cara orange. Soft on the palate with a lush, pillowy mouthfeel.
      $12.00
    • Cellarmaker Timeland (474ml)

      6.3% ABV West Coast IPA that is brewed with three of those hops: Mosaic, Citra and Idaho 7 – a perfect triumvirate to bring the heaviest dankness, citrus, pine and guava tang.
      $12.00
    • Chimay Cinq Cents White Triple (330ml)

      8% ABV, Strong, sophisticated and refreshing blond ale, with a balanced flavor and a floral fragrance, combined with hints of dried fruit and spices.
      $14.00
    • Chimay Grand Reserve (330ml)

      9% ABV, Belgian strong ale, flavors of raisins and chocolate
      $15.00
    • Chimay Red (330ml)

      7% ABV, Belgian, Dark red color, soft fruit, warm spice
      $13.00
    • Craftwell Pineapple Margarita (330ml)

      10.5% ABV, Wine cocktail is crafted with juicy-fresh Costa Rica Gold pineapple and zesty key lime, all melded together with an earthy agave nectar for a touch of sweetness.
      $9.00
    • Crux Half Hitch (330ml)

      9.5% ABV, Incredible Mosaic Double IPA!
      $8.00
    • Crux No Mo Sunset Summit N/A (330ml)

      0.5% Tropical with a hint of coconut will help take any sunset view from notes, Sunset Summit Hazy IPA See ordinary to extraordinary
      $8.00
    • Crux No River Refresher N/A (330ml)

      0.5% ABV Inspired by the refreshment of a cool river, River Refresher IPA has tropical & citrus flavors. Perfect for a mid-adventure refreshment that won’t leave you feeling like you’re “paddling upstream”.
      $8.00
    • Crux Pilsner (330ml)

      5.2% ABV Brewed with traditional Pilsner malts, imported Czech Saaz and local Oregon Sterling hops, this pilsner’s first sip shows up with clean lager flavors, and then opens up with surprising complexity and softness – developing biscuity flavors, spicy herbal notes and hint of lemon.
      $8.00
    • Cuver Dobbel (330ml)

      7% ABV, Dark Abbey Ale. A twist of Coriander & Bold Malts. Our traditional Belgian Dobbel will satisfy the malt lover in you. Its blend of complex malts are accented with subtle noble hops and coriander.
      $7.00
    • Cuver Pepperwood (330ml)

      4.8% ABV, Signature Saison Ale with natural flavors. Meyer Lemon Peel & California Bay Laurel. A citrusy and herbaceous beer enjoyed by all!
      $7.00
    • Cuver Tripel (330ml)

      8.2% ABV, Golden Abbey Ale. Rich Malts & Notes of Caramel. This Tripel represents one of Belgium's most iconic styles, a strong blonde ale. Classically brewed with old world hops, a touch of coriander and a melody of three distinct grains.
      $7.00
    • De La Senne Brett Porter (330ml)

      6% ABV, Bold and complex Belgian porter brewed with Brettanomyces yeast. It offers rich flavors of dark chocolate, roasted malt, and a hint of funk, perfect for adventurous beer lovers.
      $13.00
    • De Ranke Père Noël (330ml)

      7% ABV, Winer Ale, The complex taste is completed with the addition of liquorice. In the recipe we can also find pale malt, Munich malt, Caramel malt, Brewers Gold hops and Hallertau hops.
      $12.00
    • De Ranke Saison de Dottignies (330ml)

      5.2% ABV, A high-fermenting, low-ABV saison that’s beautifully balanced. Full-flavored yet easy to drink, it’s heavily hopped and refreshingly crisp—everything you want in a classic saison.
      $10.00
    • Del Cielo Cosecha Fresca (474ml)

      6.8% ABV, Fresh Hop American WC IPA with Strata Hops.
      $12.00
    • Del Cielo Cryonic (474ml)

      7%ABV, Intense flavor profiles using concentrated Citra & Simcoe cryo hops which provide xxplosive hop flavor and aroma of 420
      $10.00
    • Del Cielo Hazy Boyz (474ml)

      8.3% ABV, Double Hazy IPA loaded with Citra, Mosaic and Idaho 7 that is going to create a party in your mouth.
      $10.00
    • Del Cielo Le Lo Lai (474ml)

      6.8% ABV, Hazy IPA. A symphony of citrus and tropical fruit flavors, with a hint of floral and pine notes. It is complex, ripe, and punchy.
      $10.00
    • Delirium Tremens (330 ml)

      Belgian, 8.5% ABV, Strong golden ale with a particular character....the unique taste as a result from the use of three different kinds of yeast. The result is a finish of peppery bitterness without aggression. The gray bottle hides a mystery awaiting discovery by the none faint of heart
      $14.00
    • Duvel (330ml)

      8.5% ABV classic pale strong ale, world class and renowned, billowy head, dry finish
      $10.00
    • Duvel 666 (330ml)

      6.66% ABV, Belgian Blonde. Let yourself be swept away by the dance of the hop devils, inspired by the fruity aroma of the hops and a zest of orange.
      $11.00
    • Fair State Strata (330ml)

      6.3% ABV, A silly, hazy & fun IPA brewed in collaboration with Modern Times Beer. Super juicy, tropical, and dank. Brewed with Pilsner malt (barley), pale wheat, flaked oats, flaked barley, and hopped with x331 Experimental, Mosaic, & Citra.
      $8.00
    • Gigantic Around the World (474ml)

      7.2% ABV, West Coast IPA brewed with Citra, Simcoe, and Australian Eclipse/Pryzma hops, characterized by notes of citrus, mandarin orange, and tropical fruit
      $11.00
    • Gigantic Pay Czech (474ml)

      6% ABV, Dark lager; notes of dark chocolate malt balls.
      $10.00
    • Gigantic Pilsner (474ml)

      5.2% ABV, Is a love letter to the Pacific Northwest. Brewed with pure mountain water, Willamette Valley grown hops and locally produced malt.
      $9.00
    • Great Notion Orange Creamsicle (474ml)

      8.5% ABV, DDH Hazy DIPA is loaded with juicy hop character, soft haze, and full-throttle citrus and tropical notes. Smooth, saturated, and built for maximum octane.
      $16.00
    • Heater Allen Pils (474ml)

      5% ABV, Bohemian-style pale lager that you might find in Bavaria or the Czech Republic.
      $10.00
    • High Seas Sun of A Beach (474ml)

      6.9% ABV, A spiked and sparkling twist on Hawaiian POG juice, Sun of a Beach™ blends pineapple, passion fruit, orange, guava, and rainforest blossom honey for a bright, tropical refresh.
      $11.00
    • Hofbrau Original (500ml)

      5.1% ABV, Traditional Munich lager that captures Bavarian warmth and the spirit of the city. Smooth, bottom-fermented.
      $9.00
    • Humble Sea Fleetwood Mackerel (474ml)

      8.5% ABV, Hop Fused West Coast DIPA with Mosaic, Idaho 7, & Chinook Cryo.
      $13.00
    • Humble Sea Socks & Sandals (474ml)

      6.6% ABV, DDH Foggy IPA with Citra, Centennial, Simcoe & Chinook AROMA: Orange juice, mimosa, lime zest FLAVOR: Pineapple, cantaloupe MOUTHFEEL: Creamy, medium
      $12.00
    • Humble Sea Steven Seagull (474ml)

      6.8% ABV, DDH Foggy IPA with Citra, Mandarina, & Superdelic.
      $12.00
    • La chouffe (330ml)

      8% ABV, Unfiltered Belgian blond Ale. It is pleasantly fruity, spiced with coriander and tinged with hops.
      $9.00
    • La Trappe Quad (330ml)

      10.5% ABV, Rich and finely balanced with a warm, intense flavor. Malty-sweet, slightly burnt, and pleasantly bitter with a lingering sweetness. Notes of banana, almond, and vanilla.
      $14.00
    • Lindemans Framboise (355ml)

      2.5% ABV, Magnificent aroma, delicate palate of raspberries with undertones of fruity acidity; elegant, sparkling clean taste, with inviting raspberry supported by lambic complexity. Deep reddish-purple color with pink head.
      $15.00
    • Lindemans Kriek (355ml)

      3.5% ABV, Deep red color; purplish-pink head. Bouquet of freshly harvested cherries; sparkling, smooth, fruity and refreshing, finishing semi-dry.
      $15.00
    • Lindemans Peche (355ml)

      2.5%ABV, Glowing golden color, with a nose that fills the room with the aroma of fresh peaches. Peche offers a sparkling, crisp and refreshing balance of sweet orchard fruit woven together with lambic tartness & acidity.
      $15.00
    • Narrative Frooot Slushie Sour (474ml)

      6% ABV, Smoothie style sour ale with Dragonfruit, Peach, Passionfruit, milk sugar and vanilla beans.
      $11.00
    • Narrative Pillow Fight (474ml)

      6.6% ABV, hazy IPA bursting with ripe peach, candied citrus, and tropical hop aromatics. Peacharine brings waves of stone fruit and nectarine, while Citra layers in bright mango and grapefruit. Idaho 7 rounds it out with notes of pineapple, and apricot.
      $11.00
    • Narrative Pure Gonzo (474ml)

      6.8% ABV, West Coast IPA bursting with passionfruit, citrus, dank pine, and tropical fruit. Crisp, bitter, and clean with a dry finish that keeps the hops ripping from first sip to last.
      $11.00
    • O. P. Beneath The Static (474ml)

      7.1% ABV, brewed in collaboration with Ghost Town Brewing, this one cuts through the noise with punchy dankness, ripe berries, diesel, and a hit of grapefruit over a piney backbone. Loud, hazy, and resinous from start to finish.
      $10.00
    • O. P. Hey, Hey Shirt Brother (474ml)

      5.7% ABV, Brewed with Ambitious Ales, this crispy crusher is loaded with citrus zest, grapefruit, and bright berry character from a stacked lineup of Citra, Mosaic, and Krush hops. Dry, snappy, and incredibly easy to drink.
      $9.00
    • O. P. Kiwi Cuddles (474ml)

      6.7% ABV, Birthday collab with Slice is a hazy, citrus-packed IPA loaded with notes of tangelo, pomelo, Persian lime, and lilikoi, powered by Citra and a punch of NZ Riwaka and Taiheke.
      $10.00
    • O.P. Cosmic Dust (474ml)

      9% ABV, HAZY IPA. Bright citrus and pine flavors layered with resinous hops, combining a soft mouthfeel with a crisp finish.
      $10.00
    • O.P. Country Doctor (474ml)

      O.G. Country Doctor , 474ml American 9 5.4% ABV, CZECH PILSNER. Crisp and refreshing with floral hops, light bread-like malt flavors, and a clean finish that showcases classic Czech Saaz character.
      $9.00
    • O.P. Float Ya Boat (474ml)

      6.3% ABV, WEST COAST IPA. Bright grapefruit and tropical fruit flavors with hints of strawberry and a crisp, balanced finish.
      $10.00
    • O.P. I Made You A Mix Tap (474ml)

      O.G. I Made You a Mix Tape, 474ml American 9 5.8% ABV, EXTRA PALE ALE. Lemon-lime, nectarine, and lychee flavors with a soft body and an easy-drinking finish.
    • Occidental Hefeweizen (474ml)

      5% ABV, Bavarian style, Hallertauer hopped Hefeweizen.
      $10.00
    • Offshoot Relax Its Just Hazy (475 ml)

      American, 6.8% ABV, Unfiltered, fresh and full of hop flavor and aromatics... without the bitterness to stand in the way of kicking back with a juicy beer. It features a combination of Citra, Centennial, Simcoe and Amarillo hops, imparting fruity, tropical and citrusy notes to complement the round, soft mouthfeel of a hazy IPA
      $9.00
    • Original Pattern Batteries Not Included (474ml)

      7% ABV, Tropical and bright Hazy IPA "fully loaded" brew featuring Sauvignon Blanc notes, juicy stone fruit, and a dank diesel finish.
      $11.00
    • Original Pattern Eclipsed (474ml)

      5.7% ABV, Bright and zesty, this pale ale bursts with notes of mandarin pith, vibrant citrus, and a hint of pine.
      $11.00
    • Original Pattern How's the Serenity (474ml)

      5.6% ABV, This Pale Ale is the perfect balance of refreshment and flavor, crafted to take you to a place of peace and relaxation.
      $9.00
    • Original Pattern Marto (474ml)

      7% ABV, A Double Red Ale that commands attention with its rich, malty character and deep caramel notes.
      $9.00
    • Orval (330 ml)

      6.8% ABV, Belgian, Trappist ale, , Intensely aromatic and dry character
      $14.00
    • Perennial Saison de Lis (474ml)

      5% ABV, A straw-colored Belgian-style Saison brewed with chamomile flowers. Fruity and spicy yeast notes blend seamlessly with the tea-like chamomile character, finishing dry, tart, and refreshingly crisp.
      $9.00
    • Pinkus Hefe-Weizen (500ml)

      5% ABV, Hefe-Weizen, very light in body and color. Crisp, dry, spritzy, and refreshing unfiltered beer. Clean ale-yeast aroma and flavor, without the characteristic yeasty spiciness of a Bavarian wheat beer.
      $10.00
    • Pohjala Tiramisu Banger (330ml)

      12.5% ABV, A bänging imperial stout brewed with coffee, cocoa and vanilla.
      $15.00
    • Rochefort 8 (330ml)

      9.2% ABV, Belgian Strong Ale with spiced dryness
      $14.00
    • Rochefort Trappist 10 (330ml)

      Belgian, 11.3% ABV, 27 IBU, dark color full and very impressive taste. Strong plum, raisin, and black currant w/ other complexities.
      $17.00
    • Rochefort Trappistes 6 (330 ml)

      Belgian, 7.5% ABV, fruity and slightly herbal aroma, finish dominated by rich malt, a pleasing hint of chocolate and gentle hop notes.
      $14.00
    • Russian River Blind Pig IPA (500ml)

      6.25% ABV, Full-bodied, very hoppy, with citrus, pine, fruity notes and a nice dry, bitter finish!
      $13.00
    • Russian River Happy Hops, (500ml)

      6.5% ABV, IPA, Intense citrus flavor, and aroma with pronounced grapefruit characteristics. Mildly bitter with aromas of blueberry, mango, and other tropical fruits.
      $13.00
    • Russian River Pliny The Elder (500ml)

      8% ABV, Double/Imperial IPA brewed with Amarillo, Centennial, CTZ, and Simcoe hops. It is well-balanced with malt, hops, and alcohol, slightly bitter with a fresh hop aroma of floral, citrus, and pine. It’s an absolute banger.
      $13.00
    • Russian River Stivo (500ml)

      5.3% ABV, unfiltered Keller-style pilsner. Dry-hopped, it delivers bright lemongrass notes, and clean dry finish.
      $15.00
    • Samuel Smith Organic Chocolate Stout (330ml)

      6% ABV, Chocolate Stout. Delicious, smooth, and creamy character, with inviting deep flavors and a delightful finish.
      $8.00
    • Samuel Smith Taddy Porter (330ml)

      5% ABV, A very dark, full-bodied Porter with a rich, creamy head & an intense dry, tangy character. Brewed with well water (the original well sunk in 1758 is still in use), malted barley, roasted malt, yeast & hops.
      $8.00
    • Superstition Beelini (330ml)

      6% ABV, Bellini-inspired sparkling Session White Peach Mead.
      $11.00
    • Superstition Crystal Sail (330ml)

      6% ABV, Sparkling Mango Session Mead.
      $11.00
    • Tynt Meadow (330ml)

      7.4% ABV, English Trappist Ale, Trappist beers tend to be named after the place in which the monastery is situated. We’ve called ours ‘Tynt Meadow’, to honour the link with the plot of land on which monastic life was refounded here in the Midlands almost two centuries ago. Being part of the great Trappist tradition, we’ve chosen to produce a strong dark ale, but one with a clearly English character. Tynt Meadow is mahogany-coloured, with a subtle, warm red hue, and a lasting beige head. Its aroma carries hints of dark chocolate, liquorice, and rich fruit flavours. The beer is full-bodied, gently balancing the taste of dark chocolate, pepper, and fig. It leaves a warm and dry finish on the palate.
      $15.00
    • Weihenstephaner Korbinian (500ml)

      7.4% ABV, A Double Bock beer that has what it takes. It is not just for lovers of strong beer. With a malty aroma and great taste, the Korbinian is a true beer specialty.
      $10.00
    • Westmalle Dubbel (330 ml)

      Belgian, 7% ABV, 28 IBU, Trappist Dubbel, creamy reddish brown, malty and fruity, featuring a 3 week secondary fermentation.
      $14.00
    • Westmalle Tripel (330ml)

      9.5% ABV, Glowing orange-gold color, herbal aroma, and complex flavors that meld rich malt sweetness, warmth, hops, and powerful drinkability.
      $14.00
    • Wondrous Pils (474ml)

      4.6% ABV, Lagerbier made with barley, water, hops, & yeast.
      $10.00
    • Great Notion Over Ripe (474ml)

      7.0% ABV, HAZY IPA. Bursting with guava, pineapple, and papaya flavors, featuring a soft mouthfeel and a distinctly ripe tropical fruit profile.
      $12.00

    Ciders

    • Anxo Hereford Gold (330ml)

      6.9% ABV, Bittersweet Apples blended with Pennsylvania Goldrush Apples fermented naturally in both oak & stainless.
      $9.00
    • Anxo Ornamental (330ml)

      6.9% ABV, Bittersweet Apples blended with Pennsylvania Goldrush Apples fermented naturally in both oak & stainless.
      $9.00
    • BRLO Apple Cider (330ml)

      4.5% ABV, Fine tart apple notes from the best all-natural apples make for a sparkling experience. Full flavor, pleasantly sour and a hint of sweetness, this is exactly how classic cider should taste.
      $8.00
    • BRLO Rose Cider (330ml)

      4.5% ABV, This all-natural apple cider has a crush on rhubarb and pomegranate. Fruity, fresh, and with a pleasantly tart note.
      $8.00
    • BRLO Wild Berry Cider (330ml)

      4.5% ABV, Tangy organic apple meets sweet wild berries. With a fruity-dry finish and beautiful notes of blackberry and cherry.
      $8.00
    • Embark Rose (330ml)

      5.8% ABV, Dry heirloom apple cider w/ black currant added
      $8.00
    • Sincere Dry Apple (474ml)

      5.9% ABV, Made with a special blend of culinary apples and French wine yeast. Light, portable, perfectly balanced, and decidedly fruit-driven.
      $9.00
    • Sincere Ginger Agave (474ml)

      5.9% ABV, Hard cider blended with organic Peruvian ginger juice and blue agave nectar to create the perfect balance of heat meets sweet.
      $9.00
    • Sincere Granada (474ml)

      5.9% ABV, Hard apple cider meets organic California pomegranate and floral Seville orange. Every cider has its own charm, but Granada has its own and that of the rest.
      $9.00

    N A Beer

    • Fremont N-A Dark (330ml)

      0.5% ABV, Aroma of Chocolate, molasses, burnt sugar, cola with vanilla, graham cracker and french toast, followed by nutty aromas, coffee & faint a light earthiness. Subtle sweetness and lightly bitter on the palate.
      $6.00
    • Non Alcoholic La Chouffe (330ml)

      0.5% ABV, A bouquet of fruity esters reminiscent of banana and pear, delicate balance between sweet, fruity notes and a touch of spiciness. Medium body with lively carbonation and dry finish.
      $8.00
    • Weihenstephaner Hefe (NA) (330ml)

      0.5% ABV, Full Flavored, delicious wheat beer, now Alcohol Free.
      $6.00

    Wine by The Bottle

    White Wines

    • Campuget Tradition Rosé (750ml)

      Particularly fruity taste of raspberries and strawberries, typical of the Campuget style, has a good and refreshing acidity.
      $48.00
    • Cava Brut, Scarpetta (750ml)

      Honeysuckle and green apple flavors are highlighted with notes of melon, white flowers and hazelnut.
      $48.00
    • Chardonnay, Quilt (750ml)

      Rich, well-balanced with notes of peach, pear, vanilla, and citrus, featuring bright acidity, a creamy texture, and a smooth finish.
      $60.00
    • Riesling, White Rabbit (750ml)

      Redolent of colorful grass and herbs; here and there, a whiff of white blossoms and tropical fruit. Balanced and beautifully refreshing.
      $44.00
    • Sauvignon Blanc, Groth, Bottle (750ml)

      Shows wonderful restraint, with mandarin orange, lemon curd, salted melon, Honeycrisp apple and pear notes on a firm texture, plus a hint of beeswax and plenty of length.
      $60.00

    Red Wines

    Dark cherries, raspberries, lemons and orange peel spring out of the glass here, making for a fresh and enticing impression. Tight-grained and sleek on the medium-to full-bodied palate, which packs in just the right amount of acidity.
    • Pinot Noir, RouteStock (750ml)

      Vibrant red wine with complex notes of herbs, hazelnut, and berries—bright, rich, and deeply inviting.
      $60.00
    • Cabernet Sauvignon, Robert Hall (750ml)

      Strong aroma of dark woods like mahogany on the nose of this bottle as well as a fresher, slightly tart strawberry tone
      $52.00
    • Pinot Noir, Rose Rock (750ml)

      RoseRock Pinot Noir offers red rose petals and potpourri on the nose alongside freshly tilled salty soils and orange rind. The palate is fresh and juicy, loaded with bright cherry, strawberry and guava fruits.
      $75.00

    Refuge Merchandise

    Branded Merchandise

    • Refuge Snifter Glass

      $15.00
    • Refuge Pint Glass

      $15.00
    • Refuge Cap

      $20.00
    • Refuge Mens Black Tee

      $20.00
    • Refuge Black Sweater

      $35.00+
    • Refuge Grey Tee

      $20.00
    If you use a credit card, The REFUGE San Carlos will charge an additional 3.00% ($0.00) to help offset processing costs. This amount is not more than what The REFUGE San Carlos pays in fees.

    All hours
    Sunday11:30 am - 8:00 pm
    Monday11:30 am - 2:30 pm, 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Tuesday11:30 am - 2:30 pm, 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Wednesday11:30 am - 2:30 pm, 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Thursday11:30 am - 2:30 pm, 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Friday11:30 am - 2:30 pm, 5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Saturday11:30 am - 9:00 pm
    Restaurant info

    The REFUGE provides protection for hand-carved navel pastrami, house-ground burgers, authentic cheesesteaks, awesome salads, craft beer, and much more. We are the real deal. Come check us out in San Carlos or Menlo Park

    Location

    963 Laurel St, San Carlos, CA 94070

    Directions


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