Spend Less on Takeaway: Your Complete Guide
Food delivery is convenient but expensive. Between delivery fees, service charges, and inflated menu prices, a simple meal can cost 30-40% more than eating in the restaurant. Here's how to slash those costs across all major UK delivery platforms.
Just Eat Savings
Just Eat is the UK's biggest food delivery platform. Here's how to save:
- Check Just Eat voucher codes on CodeLand before ordering
- Order directly during off-peak hours (2-5pm) for quieter service and sometimes lower fees
- Collect instead of delivery to save £1-3 per order
- Join StampCards to earn a free item after a set number of orders
- New customer? There's almost always a welcome discount available
Deliveroo Savings
Deliveroo tends to have the widest restaurant selection in cities:
- Deliveroo Plus costs £3.49/month for free delivery on orders over £25
- Check the "Offers" tab for restaurant-specific discounts
- Deliveroo frequently sends push notification deals — keep notifications on
- Student discount: 25% off Deliveroo Plus via Student Beans
- Check Deliveroo codes on CodeLand
Uber Eats Savings
- Uber One membership includes free delivery on eligible orders (£5.99/month)
- New users typically get a significant discount on their first order
- Pickup option saves the delivery fee entirely
- Order during "happy hour" promotions for restaurant-specific discounts
- Use Uber Eats codes from CodeLand
General Food Delivery Hacks
These tips work across all platforms:
- Compare prices: The same restaurant often has different prices on different apps
- Order together: Split orders with housemates to hit free delivery thresholds
- Check the restaurant's own website: Many offer cheaper direct ordering
- Avoid small orders: Fees hit harder on smaller totals
- Use cashback: TopCashback and Quidco work with food delivery apps
Subscription Comparison
- Just Eat — no subscription needed, but fewer discount mechanics
- Deliveroo Plus — £3.49/month, best for frequent orderers
- Uber One — £5.99/month, includes Uber ride discounts too
The Nuclear Option: Cook More
The absolute best way to save on food delivery is to order less. Even one fewer takeaway per week saves £40-60 per month. For the times you do order, always check CodeLand for voucher codes first — we often have exclusive deals that save £5-10 per order.