What are the opening hours?

Monday 11:30am - 2:30pm 5pm - 9pm Tuesday 11:30am - 2:30pm 5pm - 9pm Wednesday 11:30am - 2:30pm 5pm - 9pm Thursday 11:30am - 2:30pm 5pm - 9pm Friday 11:30am - 2:30pm 5pm - 9pm Saturday 11:30am - 9pm Sunday 11:30am - 8pm

the REFUGE

The Refuge is an upscale, artisan beer pub located in downtown San Carlos.

963 Laurel St. San Carlos, CA 94070
650-598-9813
(1559)

Refuge San Carlos - 963 Laurel St., San Carlos, CA 94070

09/07/2026

We’re open normal hours this Labor Day—so skip the cooking, grab a seat, and let us handle your holiday feast. Whether you’re craving our hot pastrami, a juicy burger, or a cold brew to toast to the long weekend, we’ve got your table waiting.

Come hang out and celebrate Labor Day with us!

09/04/2026

SANDWICH OF THE WEEK: Tuna Patty Melt (Style)
Elevate your lunch game this week. We are taking the ultimate comfort classic to the next level with warm, flavorful tuna salad, gooey melted Swiss cheese, and rich caramelized onions—all served on golden griddled rye with a side of crispy fries.
Available Sept 4 – Sept 10 ONLY! Don’t miss out.
Drop by today or order online before it’s gone.

09/01/2026

September is stacked at The Refuge.
From weekly trivia showdowns to Oktoberfest celebrations and incredible sandwich specials, we have your whole month planned out:
TRIVIA NIGHTS — Every Monday from 6–8 PM (Sept 7, 14, 21, 28). Gather your crew, test your knowledge, and save your spot ahead of time at refugesc.com/refugereservations.
SANDWICH OF THE WEEK LINEUP

• Sept 4 – Sept 10: Tuna Patty Melt — Warm tuna salad, gooey melted Swiss, and caramelized onions on griddled rye with golden fries.
• Sept 11 – Sept 17: The Fresser — Warm pastrami, rich chopped liver, melted Swiss, and bold Russian dressing on griddled rye.
• Sept 18 – Sept 24: Oktoberfest Bratwurst — Sizzling grilled brat on a soft Liscio’s roll with sauerkraut, lager beer cheese, crispy onions, and Gulden’s mustard.
• Sept 25 – Oct 1: Turkey Cranberry Brie Sando — Sliced turkey breast, melted brie, tart cranberry sauce, and baby arugula on toasted ciabatta with crisp fries.
OKTOBERFEST (Sept 18–20) — German pilsners, Oktoberfest beer specials, warm German pretzels, and our Oktoberfest Bratwurst.
SATISFY YOUR CHURRIOSITY — We are fully stocked on Churriosity by The Bruery®. Rich, complex, and made for slow sipping. Check out more of their brews at thebruery.com.
See you at the bar.
Link in bio to reserve your table for Monday Trivia.

08/28/2026

The Messi is officially taking the field as our Sandwich of the Week (Aug 28 – Sept 3)!
We’re paying homage to Argentina’s finest with a sandwich that brings serious flavor:
- Tender, thinly sliced rib-eye
- Melted provolone
- Sweet red bell peppers & grilled red onions
- Zesty, house-made chimichurri sauce for that bold herbal kick
Served with a side of crispy golden fries & available for a limited time only! Grab yours before it’s gone.

08/21/2026

Get ready for an incredible comfort food update! This week’s Sandwich of the Week is a cozy classic with a delicious twist: the British Cheese Toastie.

Here’s what makes this toasted masterpiece so special:

Premium Cheese: Layered with melted Cooper Sharp and sharp white cheddar.

Crispy Sourdough: Perfectly grilled and toasted to golden perfection.

Unique Flavor Profile: Spiked with savory dijonaise, thin slices of crisp shaved apple, and rich, authentic Branston pickle spread for the ultimate sweet-and-savory crunch.

It comes served hot alongside a generous side of our signature golden fries.

Mark your calendars—this special is available for one week only, from August 21 through August 27.

Stop by, grab a seat or place your order online and enjoy this British classic!

08/14/2026

Ever have trouble choosing between a pastrami sandwich and a cheesesteak? This week, we’ve solved the dilemma and combined the best of both worlds into one incredible featured sandwich.

Meet this week’s Sandwich of the Week—the Pastrami Cheesesteak—the ultimate flavor mashup, packed with tender, juicy rib-eye, savory pastrami, and melted swiss cheese. It brings a bold, smoky twist to the traditional cheesesteak, layered with sweet caramelized onions and a zesty horseradish aioli that ties it all together.

What’s Inside:

Meats: Juicy rib-eye & savory pastrami

Cheese: Melted Swiss

Toppings: Caramelized onions & fresh garnishes

Sauce: Zesty horseradish aioli

Sides: Served alongside a generous portion of hot, crispy fries

08/08/2026

Get ready for our latest Sandwich of the Week creation!

We’re taking classic comfort food to the next level with our French Onion Dip. We stack tender, juicy rib-eye high on a fresh roll, smother it in melted swiss cheese, and serve it alongside a flavorful, scratch-made French onion au jus infused with caramelized onions and fennel. Every dip delivers a deep, savory punch that makes this the ultimate Philadelphia-style feast.

Whether you’re stopping in for lunch or catching dinner with friends, make sure to try it before it leaves the menu on August 13th!

Address

963 Laurel St
San Carlos, CA
94070

Opening Hours

Monday	11:30am - 2:30pm
	5pm - 9pm
Tuesday	11:30am - 2:30pm
	5pm - 9pm
Wednesday	11:30am - 2:30pm
	5pm - 9pm
Thursday	11:30am - 2:30pm
	5pm - 9pm
Friday	11:30am - 2:30pm
	5pm - 9pm
Saturday	11:30am - 9pm
Sunday	11:30am - 8pm

Website

http://www.refugesc.com/

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