Free food, deals in Phoenix

It’s a well-known fact that teachers and nurses are among the most important yet underpaid and often under-appreciated professionals. During Teacher Appreciation Week, May 4 through 8, and Nurses Appreciation Week, May 6 through 12, Valley restaurants are offering a small token toward what these dedicated folks deserve. But hey, maybe a free coffee will help get through that long shift or the dreaded last few weeks of school, when students and teachers alike are counting the hours until summer break.

Some additional spots are offering deals only to those who download an app or enter a raffle with complicated rules. Teachers and nurses don’t need any additional homework or forms to fill out. So this list only includes deals that are simple and easy to access. Leave jumping through hoops to the kids on the playground.

Here’s where to find freebies, deals and discounts throughout the Valley.

Brody’s Italian
At Paradise Valley restaurant, Brody’s Italian, teachers can score 20% off their bill when they present a valid school ID through May 8.

Buffalo Wild Wings
Buffalo Wild Wings is expanding the dates and who is included in their deal. From May 4 to 10, nurses, teachers and any other school staff with a valid school ID can get 20% off their meal when dining in.

Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop
From May 4 through 12, teachers and nurses with valid ID can earn 20% off their orders at Valley locations of Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop. Upgrade your school lunch sandwich with a cheesesteak, sub or Thanksgiving-all-year special, the Turkey Bobbie.

Dog Haus
Teachers and nurses can start summer early with 20% off their meals at Dog Haus from May 4 through 10. The offer requires a valid ID and is available for dine-in only.

Eat Up Drive In
The Arcadia quick stop and drive-thru, Eat Up Drive In, is celebrating teachers from May 4 through 8. With a valid ID, teachers can score 25% of their meals.

Einstein Bros. Bagels
On May 6 only, Einstein Bros. Bagels is offering a solid deal. With the purchase of anything on their menu, teachers and nurses get a free bagel and cream schmear. Order a coffee and suddenly, you’ve got breakfast covered.

Grimaldi’s Pizzeria
At the Valley’s six locations of Grimaldi’s Pizzeria, teachers and nurses can score 15% off all orders when they present a valid workplace ID. The offer runs for both professions from May 4 through 8.

Habit Burger & Grill
At Habit Burger & Grill locations in Valley, teachers can get a free Santa Barbara Char when they spend $5 on other items. The sandwich includes two beef patties, avocado, caremelized onions, American cheese, lettuce, tomato, pickles and mayo served on grilled sourdough bread. Teachers must show a valid school ID to receive the deal, available through May 8.

Hash Kitchen
At Valley locations of the brunch party destination Hash Kitchen, teachers and nurses with valid ID can score 20% off their bill from May 4 through 12. Celebrate the weekend with dine-in or takeout.

HTeaO
West Valley teachers and nurses can stop by either of the Glendale locations of the Texas-based chain HTeaO for half-price tea this week. Present a valid workplace ID to score the deal from May 4 through 8.

Insomnia Cookies
You do have to be a rewards member to get this deal at Insomnia Cookies. But it may be worth signing up for free cookies. Teachers and nurses with a valid ID can get a buy-one-get-one-free deal at the bakery’s multiple Valley locations between May 5 and 12.

Kura Revolving Sushi Bar
Head to one of the Valley locations of Kura to watch plates of sushi slide right up to your table on the conveyor belt. From May 4 through 10, teachers, nurses and EMTs can get 20% off their bill. Show up with a valid ID or in an official uniform to qualify.

MOD Pizza
The build-your-own pie spot MOD Pizza is celebrating teachers and nurses with a deal to feed the family. From May 4 through 7, those with a valid workplace ID can buy one pizza and get a second for free.

Scooter’s Coffee
On May 5, nurses and other healthcare workers can score a free drink at locations of Scooter’s Coffee. Hit the drive-thru on your way to work or stop by on the way home for a free, medium drink.

Shake Shack
From May 4 through 12, teachers and nurses ordering in at one of the Valley’s Shake Shack locations can score a free ShackBurger or Veggie Shack when they buy another item. The deal is not available for online or drive-thru orders.

The Sicilian Butcher
The Sicilian Butcher restaurants in Phoenix, Chandler and Peoria are treating teachers and nurses to 20% off their bill during their respective weeks. Teachers can score the deal from May 4 through 8. Nurses can get the discount from May 6 through 12.

Torchy’s Tacos
Check your dates for Torchy’s Tacos’ free taco deal. Teachers with valid ID can order one taco and get one free from May 6 through 8. Nurses can take advantage of the same deal from May 11 through 13.

Westside Concepts
The hospitality company, Westside Concepts, is treating teachers to a stellar deal at its multiple restaurants all week. From May 4 through 8, teachers with a valid ID can earn 50% off their bill at Haymaker, NW Coffee, Copper & Sage, Cantina Gueros, Maple & Rye and Four Corners Taphouse.

Whataburger
On May 7, teachers can score a free breakfast at Whataburger locations in the Valley. The deal is only offered on Thursday, from 5 a.m. to 9 a.m. and includes a choice of breakfast on a bun, honey butter chicken biscuit or a breakfast taquito. Teachers must present a valid school ID, and can order their free breakfast for dine-in, takeout or at the drive-thru.

This article was updated with additional deals on May 6. If you find a deal not listed, please email it to [email protected].