Being a student in Lancaster means learning how to balance good food with a student budget. Whether you have just moved into your Lancaster student accommodation or you have been here a few years, knowing where to grab affordable and tasty food makes a huge difference to student life.
Here at Escape Campus, we know Lancaster student living is about more than lectures and assignments. It is also about enjoying the city, finding your favourite spots and making memories with your housemates. So, we have put together a guide to some of Lancaster’s best takeaways and budget-friendly food spots.
Pizza Night!
A takeaway pizza night is basically a student tradition. Whether you are having a quiet night in with your housemates or celebrating finishing an assignment, pizza is always a good idea.
Pizza Margherita is a popular choice in Lancaster city centre and is well known amongst students and locals alike. Aquila is another favourite, especially if you are ordering for a group. Their menu has plenty of options and the pizzas are always a hit. A takeaway night in your Lancaster student home is one of the easiest ways to relax without spending too much money.
Burger Spots Worth Trying
You are not a true Lancaster local until you have tried Burger Bill’s. The iconic food van in the city centre is loved by students, locals and visitors, serving affordable fast food that has become a bit of a Lancaster tradition.
Another great spot is All Hopes No Promises on Market Street. It is especially handy if your Lancaster student accommodation is right in the centre of town. Alongside great burgers and loaded fries, there is also a gaming space downstairs, making it a fun place to spend an evening with your friends or housemates.
Cheap Lunch Spots
Student budgets do not always stretch far, but luckily Lancaster has plenty of affordable lunch options.
Cornish Bakery in the town centre is a good shout for a quick lunch or coffee break, with plenty of filling options that do not cost too much. Greggs and supermarket meal deals are always reliable choices too, especially between lectures.
If you fancy something a bit more substantial, Paolo Gianni’s often runs happy hour deals where pizzas and pasta dishes are discounted at certain times of the day. It is definitely worth checking out if you want a proper meal without overspending.
Sweet Treats
Sometimes you just need coffee and something sweet to get through a busy uni week.
Lancaster has plenty of independent cafés where you can relax, catch up on work or meet friends. Spots like Journey Social, Whale Tail Café and Cornish Bakery all offer homemade cakes, pastries and sweet treats that are perfect for an afternoon break.
These cafés are also popular study spots for students wanting a change of scenery from their Lancaster student accommodation or the library.
Student Deals
One of the best things about being a student in Lancaster is the number of places offering student discounts (learn more here!). Lots of restaurants, cafés and takeaways have deals available throughout the week, helping you save money while still enjoying good food.
Takeaway apps like Just Eat also regularly run offers and discounts, especially on group orders. Ordering together with your housemates can often work out cheaper for everyone.
Of course, while takeaways are great, it is always worth making use of the kitchen in your Lancaster student home too. Mixing takeaway nights with home-cooked meals is one of the easiest ways to keep your budget under control while still enjoying student life.