Enjoying student life can be expensive with the current cost of living. To help you explore Derry~Londonderry for less, we have sourced a variety of student offers from some of the best restaurants, cafés, bars, and activity centres in the city.
Dine Out on a Discount
Located in City Hotel, Thompsons Restaurant and Coppins Bar offer bar snacks and an à la carte menu in a relaxed dining space. Ulster University students get 10% off their food bill in both locations, so you can enjoy a more affordable meal out.
If you’re craving pizza, get your fix at Mena’s Woodfired Pizzas. This Neapolitan-style pizza restaurant uses slow-fermented dough, cooked to perfection in a wood fire oven. Your student card gets you any 12" pizza for £10 on Monday, Thursday, and Sunday. It’s also close to Celtic Park and Brandywell Stadium, making it the perfect stop on match day.
For a homely atmosphere, book a table at Spaghetti Junction. Like all classic Italian restaurants, they pride themselves on sourcing fresh, seasonal ingredients from trusted local suppliers. They also host regular live music – great for an evening out with friends. Ulster University students get 20% off their bill on Wednesday and Thursday.
Thompsons Restaurant and Coppins Bar
The Best Cafés in Derry ~ Londonderry
The Sandwich Co Diamond offers a vast range of options including healthy breakfasts, an Ulster fry, vegan food, lunch, and fresh cakes and sweets from their in-house bakery. The café also hosts local performers, so lunch is never without a good buzz. Enjoy 10% off with your student card.
For quality coffee, Hang Ten Brew bar is the go-to. Their friendly staff are hugely passionate about all things coffee, and their food selection includes baked goods, fresh sandwiches, and wholesome breakfasts. Ulster University students get 10% off all food and drinks, so you can enjoy this perfect little retreat in the heart of the city for less.
Another popular spot offering a 10% discount is The Scullery Café on Waterloo Street. Nominated for Best Café in the 2024 Irish Restaurant Awards, they specialise in breakfast and lunch with a vibrant atmosphere.
Scullery Cafe
Sweet Savings
Need a sweet treat to get you through the week? Joe Jackson’s serves homemade ice-cream, sundaes, waffles, crepes, coffee, milkshakes, and desserts on the corner of Ferryquay and Pump Street. As an Ulster University student, you can get 10% off select items from Monday to Friday.
Joe Jackson's Ice Cream
Nights Out for Less
Nights out can be costly. To make things easier, we have student discounts for some of the most popular bars in the city.
The Brickwork is a lively spot with Live music, Karaoke, Musical bingo, Drag nights, DJ sets, Pool tables, Darts, Comedy evenings, and a private function room for hire. They offer a wide range of drinks deals for students every night of the week (excluding Saturday).
Located right in the city centre, The Bentley Complex includes The Bentley Bar, Steakhouse, Wine Bar, Gin Bar, Beer Garden, Linen Room, and Private Function Rooms. Students get 10% off all drinks and food at any of the 7 sites, so you can enjoy a night out in one of the city’s best entertainment venues.
Bentley Bar Complex
For Adrenaline Seekers
Just outside Limavady, Limitless Adventure Centre provides a wide range of unique and exhilarating outdoor activities among some of the Causeway Coast’s most beautiful scenery. It is the only activity centre in Northern Ireland that gives you the chance to pilot your very own hovercraft! Get 20% off with your student card.
Limitless NI
To redeem the full list of student offers available in Derry~Londonderry, you can view our Offers Page. Make sure to check back throughout the year for new and updated offers.