The Refuge is a bar/restaurant in downtown San Carlos that specializes in high-end beer (mostly Belgians) and pastrami... and man do they make a good pastrami sandwich. It's their specialty and definitely the thing to order. They use only the heart of pastrami for their sandwiches, which are large, fresh, and delicious. AND expensive ($19 if you get the pastrami... More

That's what I always say when someone offers me Pastrami... But I'll eat the meat here! :) More

We always order the same thing here, the home made pastrami sandwich and a beer from their wide variety of excellent brews. The salads look good, and I have seen families in there with kids having a good time along with guys tackling their really large delicious sandwiches. More

My family and I wanted to eat dinner here on a Friday but the line was out the door. We did not want to wait so my husband and I tried again the next Saturday night. We stopped in around 8PM and it took about 5 minutes to get seated. Nobody waiting. Our service was good. The waiter made some... More

This little gem is a perfect addition to the recent San Carlos restaurant renaissance. The delectable homemade charcuterie and carefully selected French wine list are matched only by the South Street inspired cheesesteaks and seemingly unlimited Belgian ale list. To top it off, the music is fun, kids are welcome and it's just a little off the beaten Laurel path... More

Good selection of belgian beers and sandwiches are tasty. Kid friendly. More