The Refuge (San Mateo)
66 31st Ave, San Mateo
(650) 458-3044
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Others have raved about the pastrami sandwiches from here, so perhaps this is worth a revisit to try those instead. I tried the grilled cheese and tomato soup and was a bit disappointed. The cheese was overwhelming and oily and the soup too watery to dip the sandwich in. The dish came with fries, which didn't compliment the meal.
However, the atmosphere is nice and staff friendly, so this is definitely worth a revisit!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 4
Food was barely ok for lunch, but fine for drinks / happy hour.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 5
Thank you to the staff at Refuge for hosting out soccer team party with 35+ people, A+++ service, shout to Roberto! Thanks for taking care of us!
Kid-friendliness: Kids menu!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Reuben Sandwich
Pastrami is the best! Comprehensive beer selection and its niice to get a sample before selecting your beer. Inflation has definitely invaded the menu. They are great with kids too! I'd say the fries could use an upgrade.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Reuben Sandwich
Excellent pastrami and huge beer menu
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I called in my order for the Pastrami sandwich, came with pickled red onions and a juicy slice pickle on the side, this sandwich warmed my heart 💜 my second time visiting this place and again did not disappoint. Best pastrami,Rueben and very-delicious highly recommend;-))!
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Reuben Sandwich
Got Philly cheesesteaks and it was not flavorful. Had to put so much tapatio on it to give it any flavor. You’re paying for the atmosphere and location
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 1
Service: 2
Attended their first beer and food pairing event yesterday evening. Both the food and beer choices were extraordinary.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Aged Gouda Mac & Cheese, Reuben Sandwich
One of our favorite go to restaurants - never misses- just genuinely amazing comfort food. When you don’t know what to eat- come here, you won’t be disappointed! Everything’s just really really good!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Reuben Sandwich, Goofy Fries
The pastrami they have is very tender, fatty in parts and well seasoned. Not super salty and with hints of spices and herbs. The sandwich is very meaty and comes with a side of pickled onions. We got the Mac and cheese, it seemed a little watery but otherwise fine. The fries that came with the cubed pastrami were very good but kind of a small portion. In comparison the ribeye nachos were a big portion and very yummy as a complimentary crunch + refreshing to everything else.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Reuben Sandwich, Goofy Fries
Restaurantji Recommends
Met a friend here by his recommendation. Both the food and beverage options were broad enough to keep most people happy. I was pretty pleased! Did hear there had been mixed reviews (maybe someone's bad day or mood?) Anyway, the service, timing, product and pricing are all spot on!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The goofy fries are amazing and I liked their trivia nights! But it’s a bit hard for Gen Z as most of the questions are for an older audience
Always enjoyable, one of the few places with Belgian brews on tap among others.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Reuben Sandwich
A great place to broaden your horizons regarding beer.
A great place to broaden your horizons regarding beer.
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