A big part of living that student life in a big city is the food. Before venturing beyond your student accommodation for dinner, you need to know the best places to eat in Norwich. Luckily, Norwich is home to a whole host of restaurants, cafes and pubs, all serving up delicious meals.
However, this blog won’t just tell you where the best places to eat are, we’re going to let you know why these establishments are perfect for students living and studying in Norwich. We’ve compiled a list of 7 Norwich restaurants and eating places for you to check out. Within this list, we’ve included restaurants that are ideal for students in different ways — from prices that are suitable for your student budget and those that offer student discounts, to places with the best vibes and facilities for a change of scenery.
1. Cosmo: 10% Off Student Discount
Location: 25 London St, Norwich NR2 1JE
This all-you-can-eat buffet in Norwich is renowned as one of the best places to eat in Norwich. What’s great about Cosmo is that they offer a buffet that is diverse with cuisines and foods from all over the globe, such as Asian, pizza and carvery.
For students, this is also a popular eating place thanks to its student discount. Students can receive a 10% discount on their food from Monday to Thursday, excluding bank holidays and select special dates, like Valentine’s Day.
2. Grosvenor Fish Bar: Conveniently Located & Underground Seating
Location: 28 Lower Goat Lane, Norwich NR2 1EL England
Grosvenor Fish Bar is considered by many as the go-to fish and chips restaurant in Norwich city centre. That being said, it’s not just the food that has won this chippy a place on our list. Grosvenor’s is placed pretty much smack bang in the heart of Norwich’s city centre, making it a convenient and easy place to get to if you’re craving some fish and chips.
3. Ciscoe’s Pan Asian & Sushi: Learn How To Make Sushi
Location: 25 Ber Street, Norwich NR1 3EU England
Lovers of Asian cuisine will be pleased with this next entry on our list. As a student, you’re likely no stranger to packets of ramen, but for the real thing, Ciscoe’s Pan Asian & Sushi is a real treat. This establishment is a cosy and intimate restaurant, ideal for date nights and eating solo or with a small group of friends.
The main reason we decided to feature this restaurant in our list is Ciscoe’s Sushi School! Have you ever wanted to learn how to make sushi?
4. Gourmet Burger Kitchen: 20% Off Student Discount
Location: Chapelfield Shopping Centre, Unit 410, Chapelfield Plain, Norwich NR2 1SZ
With one of its restaurants located outside Chantry Place in Norwich, Gourmet Burger Kitchen (GBK) is ideally placed for students to get to and serves up some seriously delicious burgers along with other menu items. Equally delicious is GBK’s generous student discount of 20% off.
Here’s everything you need to know about this student offer.
5. Yalm: Eating Out As A Friend Group Just Got Easier
Location: 22-24 Royal Arcade, Norwich NR2 1NQ England
Do you want to eat out with your housemates or a big friend group but no one can agree on what to have? It’s the worst, isn’t it?! But we have a student life hack for you, and that is Yalm Foodhall. Located in the Royal Arcade, this restaurant in Norwich city centre isn’t a typical restaurant but more a grouping of several different kitchens under one roof.
6. Donnelli’s Pizzeria: Wood-Fired Pizza-Making Classes & Affordable, Delicious Pizza
Location: 17 Timberhill, Norwich NR1 3JZ England
If pizza is on the menu for lunch or dinner, Donnelli’s Pizzeria is our recommendation. Boasting authentically cooked pizzas with a genuine dough base, the pizza here is of the finest quality and brings the taste of Italy to Norwich.
Pizzas are one of those student-friendly meals that are easy to pick up pre-made from the supermarket or whipped up quickly with ready-made dough.
7. No33 Café Bar / No33 In The Park: Morning Pick-Me-Up For Students
Location: 33 Exchange Street And Chapelfield Garden | No33 in the Park, Norwich NR2 1DP England
We would absolutely recommend this place to students. This brunch restaurant and café is spread across two central Norwich locations, and the people cannot get enough. Both restaurants in Norwich city centre are known for their queues of hungry customers which shows just how popular this establishment is. Whether you’re in the market for some breakfast, brunch or a light bite, No33 has you covered.
Serving up delicious dishes, No33 offers familiar favourites including the mighty full English fry-up, eggs benedict, and French toast.
Final Thoughts on the Best Places to Eat in Norwich For Students
As a student, it’s sometimes nice to escape your apartment or house and explore what the city you’re living in has to offer. As you can see, there are plenty of Norwich restaurants and eating establishments close to Shoemakers Court that are ideal for students.
We hope you’ve enjoyed this list of the best places to eat in Norwich for students and it has inspired you to explore more of what this fine city has to offer in the way of food.
