FREE FOOD ON GCSE RESULTS DAY 2025: YOUR COMPLETE UK GUIDE
Celebrate your GCSE results with free food! Discover where students can claim complimentary meals, desserts, and drinks across London, Oxford, Cambridge, and Edinburgh.
GCSE results day is a momentous occasion, and whether you're jumping for joy or need a pick-me-up, restaurants across the UK are ready to celebrate with you! From free pizzas and burgers to complimentary desserts and drinks, we've compiled the ultimate guide to scoring free food on your big day. Here's your city-by-city breakdown of the best offers available.
LONDON
The capital is bursting with freebies for GCSE students! From chain restaurants to local favorites, London's dining scene is ready to celebrate your achievements.
NANDO'S
THE OFFER
FREE quarter chicken or starter with £7+ spend
What You Need
Show GCSE results slip and student ID at the till
Locations
All London branches including Oxford Street, Covent Garden, Camden, Shoreditch
BYRON BURGERS
THE OFFER
Buy one burger, get one FREE
What You Need
Present GCSE results on 21st August only
Locations
Multiple locations including Covent Garden, Shoreditch, Islington, Kings Cross
BELLA ITALIA
THE OFFER
FREE starter and dessert with any main course
What You Need
Show valid GCSE results - valid for groups up to 6 people
Locations
Leicester Square, Covent Garden, Tower Bridge, Victoria (NOT Paddington)
BIRD & BLEND TEA CO
THE OFFER
FREE summer menu drink (iced tea, matcha, or herbal brew)
What You Need
Show results slip and student ID - no purchase necessary
Locations
Angel, Borough Market, Portobello Road
PIZZA EXPRESS
THE OFFER
FREE dough balls with any pizza or pasta main
What You Need
Present GCSE results slip
Locations
All London branches
DOUGHNATION (COVENT GARDEN)
THE OFFER
FREE dessert when you buy any pizza
What You Need
Show results card between 21-24 August
Locations
Covent Garden only
WAGAMAMA
THE OFFER
25% OFF all food and drinks
What You Need
Sign up to Soul Club loyalty program and show results
Locations
All London locations
OXFORD
The city of dreaming spires celebrates academic achievement! Oxford's mix of chains and independent restaurants are offering special treats for GCSE students.
NANDO'S OXFORD
THE OFFER
FREE quarter chicken or starter with £7+ spend
What You Need
Show GCSE results slip and student ID
Locations
George Street and Westgate Shopping Centre
BILL'S OXFORD
THE OFFER
FREE dessert with any main course
What You Need
Present your GCSE results
Locations
High Street
LAS IGUANAS
THE OFFER
FREE churros - no purchase necessary!
What You Need
Show results slip between 14-21 August
Locations
The Westgate
CÔTE BRASSERIE
THE OFFER
FREE dessert + £10 future voucher (FREE Steak Frites if you passed French!)
What You Need
Show GCSE results, French students bring French result
Locations
High Street
PIZZA EXPRESS
THE OFFER
FREE dough balls with any main
What You Need
GCSE results slip required
Locations
Golden Cross and George Street
CAMBRIDGE
Another academic powerhouse celebrating student success! Cambridge restaurants are joining the nationwide celebration with generous offers.
NANDO'S CAMBRIDGE
THE OFFER
FREE quarter chicken or starter with £7+ spend
What You Need
Show GCSE results slip and student ID
Locations
Cambridge Leisure Park and Grafton Centre
BYRON BURGERS
THE OFFER
Two burgers for the price of one
What You Need
Valid on 21st August only with results
Locations
The Grafton
BELLA ITALIA
THE OFFER
FREE starter and dessert with main course
What You Need
Show GCSE results - groups up to 6
Locations
Bridge Street
WAGAMAMA
THE OFFER
25% OFF entire bill
What You Need
Join Soul Club and show results
Locations
Market Square
TGI FRIDAYS
THE OFFER
24% OFF your total bill
What You Need
Show GCSE results
Locations
Cambridge Leisure Park
EDINBURGH
Scotland's capital joins the celebration! While Scottish students receive results on a different date, Edinburgh branches of UK chains honor GCSE results for visiting students.
NANDO'S EDINBURGH
THE OFFER
FREE quarter chicken or starter with £7+ spend
What You Need
Show GCSE/National 5 results and student ID
Locations
Princes Street, Lothian Road, Ocean Terminal
PIZZA EXPRESS
THE OFFER
FREE dough balls with any pizza or pasta
What You Need
Present results slip
Locations
Multiple locations including George Street, Stockbridge
BELLA ITALIA
THE OFFER
FREE starter and dessert with main
What You Need
Valid GCSE results - up to 6 diners
Locations
Hanover Street
WAGAMAMA
THE OFFER
25% OFF food and drinks
What You Need
Soul Club membership and results required
Locations
Princes Street and St Andrew Square
FRANKIE & BENNY'S
THE OFFER
FREE margherita pizza for first 50 students
What You Need
Buy any large soft drink and show results
Locations
Fountain Park
ESSENTIAL TIPS FOR RESULTS DAY
How to Claim Your Freebies
- ✓Bring your physical results slip - screenshots often aren't accepted
- ✓Carry student ID or proof of age as backup
- ✓Call ahead to confirm your local branch is participating
- ✓Visit during off-peak hours for better service
- ✓Many offers are valid for several days after results day
- ✓Some restaurants allow groups - perfect for celebrating together
- ✓Sign up for restaurant apps/loyalty programs in advance
Important to Remember
- •Offers are subject to availability and may vary by location
- •Some deals require minimum spend or additional purchase
- •Not all franchise locations participate - always check first
- •Terms and conditions apply to all offers
- •Book popular restaurants in advance to avoid disappointment
- •Some offers exclude Friday/Saturday evenings
- •Keep your results slip safe - you might want to use multiple offers!
CONGRATULATIONS ON YOUR RESULTS!
Whether you're celebrating or contemplating your next steps, enjoy these treats on us. You've earned it!
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