Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.5 out of 5
Outstanding | 7486 reviews

What Zlatko Unger doesn't like about The Refuge (san Carlos):
The vegan options have really declined, and unfortunately, the Impossible Burger is no longer available. This was our team's favorite spot to meet up, but now we find ourselves unable to gather here due to the limited options. What a disappointment. On a positive note, they do offer an excellent selection of beers. The food is good, the outdoor seating is enjoyable, and the staff is friendly. It's still a nice place... View all feedback. What User likes about The Refuge (san Carlos):
I've often heard about this place and finally decided to visit the San Carlos area. It's located toward the edge of the business district and has a lovely outdoor parking area. We ordered the Pastrami Salad, which was packed with pastrami, and it came with a brownish lemon-based dressing. We also tried the pastrami sandwich, featuring unmelted Swiss cheese and a side of their coleslaw. You could tell that their dress... View all feedback.

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Gastroranking-it
4.6 ★ from 50 reviews
Kristina
25.09.2024 - 16:49

Amazing pastrami and a good restaurant, BUT so EXPENSIVE. My husband and I split a Reuben, and he had a beer. The total with tip was $53! We liked it, but not t...

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Karsten
25.09.2024 - 16:49

We got the Reuben and pastrami burger. No complaints, solid taste

Barb
25.09.2024 - 16:49

Pastrami was juicy and tender, delicious. Beet salad was great. Short rib nachos tasted good but got cold quickly. It got late, so we had to take our bread pudd...

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Scott
25.09.2024 - 16:49

Best pastrami ever. Great beer and cider list. Yummy!

David
25.09.2024 - 16:49

Best pastrami sandwich I've had on the W Coast!!! Great beer selection

Menu
4.6 ★ from 11 reviews

The best pastrami sandwich ever, the Slav and Mustard sauce fits perfectly. Also had the garlicries that were amazing as well as Barbacoa Nachos. Service is top...

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Got myself their ruben sandwich, there is an option to get half. It was great! Really tasty, lots of meat and good sauce. Comes with a sliced pickle and onions(...

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Good staff, good food, good location. The pastrami is popular here. There?s indoor and outdoor seating. The outdoor seating has heaters for those that wish to s...

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12-19-21: Love this place! First time trying this place and really enjoyed the pastrami sandwich! Served with a pickle and pickled onions. The pastrami was very...

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Tried the ruben sandwich, pastrami #19 sandwich and the goofy fries. The meat was very good and juicy. Some parts of the meat had the fat attached and just tast...

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Aggregated
5.0 ★ from 10 reviews
steve
17.07.2023 - 16:07

5/16/23: All of our group had some type of pastrami meal. Pastrami is best in area, delicious. Went for Trivia Night Tuesday. Boulevard's Barrel Aged brew has b...

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Michelle
17.07.2023 - 16:07

Absolutely Awesome Pastrami and Slaw #19 and the BEST reuben I've ever tasted! Edgar and his team were friendly, professional, and made us feel like family! Tha...

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Aj
17.07.2023 - 16:07

Always a winner. Food comes out quickly and my all-time favorite pastrami sandwich is still hands down the best in the Bay. bread pudding with ice cream

Mitchell
17.07.2023 - 16:07

During our visit to The Refuge in San Carlos, we indulged in a delightful meal. We started with their Swiss Mustard pastrami sandwich, which featured the most t...

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Jo
17.07.2023 - 16:07

The Refuge is amazing! I normally get the Reuben, but today I decided to try the pastrami tacos. Delish! (My fave is still the classic Reuben, but this a great...

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Yelp
4.0 ★ from 2275 reviews
Restaurantji
4.5 ★ from 457 reviews
Sirved
4.4 ★ from 2554 reviews
Gastroranking-us
4.6 ★ from 2129 reviews

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