Student Food in Leicester That Fits Your Budget
Eating well on a student budget in Leicester is easier when you know where to go. MooMoo Grill keeps prices honest across the whole menu, with genuinely wallet-friendly options at every level. Whether you are after a quick snack between lectures or a proper sit-down meal after a long day, there is something here that will not leave your bank account hurting. Everything is made fresh to order using fresh ingredients, so you get quality as well as value.
- Regular Fries — light and crispy, a great low-cost snack
- Ziggy Fries — seasoned and satisfying
- Peri Fries — tossed in house peri sauce for extra flavour
- Cheesy Fries — loaded with melted cheese
- Quarter Peri Chicken — a protein-packed, wallet-friendly main
- Chicken Fillet Burger — premium chicken in a brioche bun
- Chicken Fillet Wrap — all the flavour, easy to eat on the go
The MEAL IT! Upgrade — More Food, Less Spend
Add the MEAL IT! upgrade to any sMOOsh burger and you get fries and a can drink included — an easy way to stretch your money further without compromising on what you eat. For students counting every pound, it is one of the smartest deals for budget-friendly food near De Montfort University. Check the menu for the current MEAL IT! price alongside each burger.
Halal Meal Deal Combos — Generous Portions for the Money
The meal deal combos are where MooMoo Grill delivers the most value for student budgets. Every combo includes a main, chicken wings, chicken strips, fries and a can drink — everything you need in one order. These are generous portions for the money and a great way to try a bit of everything on the menu. Prices are always up to date on the menu.
- No.3 Quarter Chicken Combo — quarter chicken, 2 wings, 2 strips, fries, drink
- No.1 Chicken Fillet Burger Combo — fillet burger, 2 wings, 2 strips, fries, drink
- No.2 Chicken Fillet Wrap Combo — fillet wrap, 2 wings, 2 strips, fries, drink
- No.4 Half Chicken Combo — half chicken, 2 wings, 2 strips, fries, drink
- No.5 Whole Chicken Feast — whole chicken, 4 wings, 4 strips, 2 fries, salad, 2 naans, 2 drinks (great for groups sharing)
sMOOsh Burgers — Halal Smash Burgers Near De Montfort University
MooMoo Grill's sMOOsh range uses 100% premium grass-fed British Black Angus beef with a unique house blend, smashed thin on the grill for crispy edges and a rich crust. The Cheese Burger is the approachable entry point — a 6oz Black Angus patty, cheddar, lettuce, ketchup and mayo in a brioche bun. The signature MOO-naLisa with gouda, caramelised onions and house garlic mayo is a student favourite, and the Raging Bull brings the heat with jalapeños and house hot sauce. Every burger is made fresh to order, finished with in-house homemade sauces, and also available as a chicken option.
Flame-Grilled Peri Chicken — Great Value Food Near DMU
The peri grill section offers some of the best value on the menu for student food in Leicester. Premium chicken marinated in house peri sauce is available in seven flavours — Lemon and Herbs, Mild, Medium, Hot, Lemon Hot, Smokey BBQ and BBQ Hot — so there is always something to suit your heat preference. Chicken wings and strips make the ideal low-cost snack between lectures, and the quarter or half chicken portions are a satisfying main that gives you generous portions for the money.
Open Late Every Night — Post-Library and Post-Night-Out Food Near DMU
MooMoo Grill is open until midnight Monday to Thursday, until 1am on Fridays and Saturdays, and until midnight on Sundays — making it one of the best options for late-night food near De Montfort University any night of the week. Collection orders are usually ready in minutes, so you will not be waiting long when hunger hits after a long study session or a night out. The kitchen runs late precisely because it knows what students need.
Delivery to Student Halls and Dine-In on Narborough Road
If leaving your accommodation is not on the agenda, MooMoo Grill delivers via Just Eat and Uber Eats. Search for MooMoo Grill on either platform to get 100% halal burgers, peri chicken and loaded fries sent straight to your door. Prefer to collect? Call 0116 212 1585 and your food will be ready in minutes. Dine-in is always welcome at 84 Narborough Rd, Leicester LE3 0BS — the restaurant is relaxed and easy-going whether you are dropping in solo or with the whole flat.
MOOnster Loaded Fries — The Student Treat Worth Every Penny
When you want something more indulgent, the MOOnster Loaded Fries deliver serious flavour at a fair price. The What the Cluck piles peri hot chicken, caramelised onions, peppers and jalapeños on cheesy fries with house sauce — a substantial dish easily capable of replacing a full meal. The MOOexican Loaded adds salsa, tortilla chips and garlic mayo for a different kind of loaded experience. Both are made in-house with fresh ingredients and are easily one of the best-value, most satisfying orders on the menu for hungry students.
Frequently asked questions
Where can I get cheap halal food near De Montfort University?
MooMoo Grill on Narborough Road, Leicester, is the top choice for wallet-friendly halal food near De Montfort University. From fries and quarter peri chicken to full meal deal combos, there are budget-friendly options at every level. Everything on the menu is 100% halal and the restaurant is a short walk from the DMU campus at 84 Narborough Rd, Leicester LE3 0BS. Check the menu for current prices.
Is MooMoo Grill near DMU open late for students?
Yes — MooMoo Grill on Narborough Road, Leicester, is open until midnight Monday to Thursday and until 1am on Fridays and Saturdays. Sundays close at midnight too. It is one of the most convenient late-night food spots near De Montfort University, ideal after a library session or a night out. The kitchen stays open late specifically to serve students and night-time visitors.
How much does a meal at MooMoo Grill cost for a student?
MooMoo Grill on Narborough Road, Leicester, is genuinely wallet-friendly for students. You can eat well with a chicken fillet burger or wrap, or go for a full meal deal combo that includes wings, strips, fries and a drink — all at student-budget prices. The MEAL IT! upgrade on any smash burger adds fries and a can drink for a small additional cost. See the full menu for today's prices.
Can I get MooMoo Grill delivered to my student accommodation?
Yes — MooMoo Grill on Narborough Road, Leicester, offers delivery via Just Eat and Uber Eats. You can also call 0116 212 1585 to place a collection order, which is usually ready in minutes. The restaurant is open late every night so delivery is an option even after a late study session. All food is made fresh to order, so what arrives is as good as eating in.
Is MooMoo Grill halal?
Yes, MooMoo Grill on Narborough Road, Leicester, is 100% halal — all beef and chicken on the menu meets halal standards. The beef used in the sMOOsh burgers is premium grass-fed British Black Angus, and the chicken is premium quality throughout. The restaurant also holds a 5-star food hygiene rating from Leicester City Council and a 4.7-star Google rating from more than 441 reviews, so students can order with confidence.
What is the best value meal at MooMoo Grill for students on a budget?
The meal deal combos at MooMoo Grill on Narborough Road, Leicester, are outstanding value — each one includes a main, wings, strips, fries and a drink in a single order, making it easy to eat well without overspending. The No.3 Quarter Chicken Combo is a popular budget pick, while the MEAL IT! upgrade on any smash burger is another smart way to get fries and a drink included. See the menu for current pricing on all combos.
How do I order from MooMoo Grill near DMU?
Visit MooMoo Grill at 84 Narborough Rd, Leicester LE3 0BS for dine-in or takeaway, call 0116 212 1585 to place a collection order by phone, or order delivery through Just Eat or Uber Eats. The kitchen is open late every night — until at least midnight seven days a week. Every order is made fresh to order using fresh ingredients, so you can expect quality however you choose to order.
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84 Narborough Rd, Leicester LE3 0BS · call 0116 212 1585
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