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Living in Manchester is both a blessing and curse if you’re a foodie. The culinary scene is so vast that is hard to keep track of every fantastic restaurant. It’s even worse when you are a broke student or have a tight budget. Luckily, there are some places that offer mouth-watering dishes for less than a fiver. Say goodbye to your McDonald’s and Subway days and visit all of the following Manchester restaurants!<\/p>\n

1. This & That<\/h2>\n

If you fancy some authentic, homely curry, head straight away to This & That. This family-run business, established in 1984, is famous for its option a plateful of three homemade curries and rice coming in at less than a fiver. Meat options are slightly pricier but nothing beyond a tenner.<\/p>\n

2. Northern Soul<\/h2>\n

This toastie nirvana offers cheese lovers their daily fill. Sandwiches, mac n cheese bowls, and nacho baskets feature the menu. All of them are served with a generous dose of the restaurant\u2019s secret three-cheese blend.<\/p>\n

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3. Bakchich<\/span><\/h2>\n

Enjoy a massive menu of authentic Lebanese food including salads, pizzas, mixed mezze and wraps from under a fiver. If you’re a fan hummus, this is a must-visit;\u00a0Bakchich’s hummus will make you fall in love.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

4. Go Falafel<\/h2>\n

100% vegan, healthy and absolutely tasty. What else can you ask for? For under a fiver you can get smoothies, wraps and salad boxes to eat in or take away.<\/p>\n

5. Bundobust<\/span><\/h2>\n

Indian food and craft beer, you read that right. This award-winning combination is brought to you by Bundobust, a relatively new restaurant famous for its vast variety of soups and biryani\u00a0bhaji balls.<\/p>\n

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6. The Earth Caf\u00e9<\/h2>\n

Not just your average caf\u00e9. This vegetarian food and juice bar has it all; from hot drinks to juice and smoothies, and a fantastic menu offering different specials every day.<\/p>\n

7. Kabana<\/h2>\n

Another fantastic Indian restaurant offering curries, vegetarian curries, grill dishes and more. With prices ranging between\u00a0\u00a33.50 to \u00a35, you can’t really go wrong.<\/p>\n

8. Barbakan<\/h2>\n

This award-winning continental bakery has got you covered all times; breakfast, lunch and dinner, with a menu that includes hot drinks, pastries, chicken and a Saturday sausage platter!<\/p>\n

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Are you gonna try out these Manchester restaurants? Let us know in the comments below!<\/h2>\n

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