Here at Unifresher we have compiled a list of the must know businesses in Manchester to get you through freshers and Uni life this year. 

They have all been hand picked from our research team to best aid you this year

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Fill your belly at Shoryu Ramen

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Originally opening in 2012, Shoryu Ramen now has twelve sites, with Shoryu Ramen Manchester being the first outside of London, other than their site in Japan. The other branches are located in Carnaby, Covert Farden, Broadgate Circle, New Oxford Street, Westfield Stratford City, Regent Street, Soho, Shoreditch and the newly opened Oxford, plus Shoryu Go, a dedicated tonkotsu ramen take-out bar on Air Street in London.


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Your go to opticians – Specsavers Arndale Centre

Businesses in Manchester you need to know about this freshers
Businesses in Manchester you need to know about this freshers

Did you know that one in four people choose Specsavers? They offer unbeatable style, value for money, and exceptional expertise. With a catalogue of 1,000 glasses to choose from, its the widest selection offered in the UK and they’ll sure find the right style for you.

They are constantly sourcing the latest materials and following the latest fashion trends globally to ensure they bring you the best choice of designs, designer labels, colours, and frame shapes.

Student Offer

 Students get 25% off  the latest designer sunglasses. You’ll pay only £74.25 for glasses from the £99 designer range. Styles include brands Puma, FCUK, BOSS OrangeKaren MillionTommy Hilfiger.. the list goes on.

You’ll find Specsavers inside the Manchester Arndale Centre next to Aldi.
Opening times are:
Monday to Friday – 9am – 19:30pm
Saturday – 9am – 18:30pm
Sunday – 10:30am – 17:30pm


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Get your darts on at Flight Club

Welcome to Flight Club; if you haven’t attended a Flight Club yet then its got to be on your list of things to do. They’ve taken a traditional game of darts and supercharged it, creating fast and exciting multiplayer games to create a social experience like no other.

Flight Club in Manchester is based on Kings Street with impressive decor. A nod to its new neighbourhood, mixed with the heritage of darts, the pub and the fairground.

People don’t just come for the darts either, they also come for the mouth-watering menu of seasonally inspired sharing plates, pizza paddles and signature cocktails. Get a group of your friends together and head down!


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Get the perfect job with Student Job


If your looking for a job whilst studying in Manchester then check out Student Jobs. They advertise a host of student jobs ranging from multiple sectors. The application process is simple to carry out with most roles only requiring a CV. Check them out below.


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Get those edges with Barber Barber

Barber Barber have firmly established themselves among students in Manchester. Not only do they have a Barbers in Manchester, they also have one in Liverpool, Leeds, London and Birmingham.

They are well known for their clean cuts and close shaves, boasting impressive decor and a relaxed environment throughout their venues.

Find the Manchester unit neatly hidden away at 3 Barton Square just off Deansgate.


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