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Don's TV & Repair, Milwaukee, WI

Don's TV & Repair

4.5
4.5
1495 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 30 times today
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for creative cocktails
  • Good for special occasions
Located in the back of Don’s Grocery & Liquor is the former Don’s Diner now turned speakeasy. Disguised as a TV repair shop we welcome you to come grab some drinks and TV Dinners. Serving Boozy Shakes and Retro-Cocktails. We are in the business of repairing the need for a good drink and a great burger! In our effort to keep providing enjoyable experiences we are taking necessary steps for health safety. We want to ensure the health safety of our staff and guests each night.

Reservations recommended, walk-ins are accommodated with limited seating. Call Ahead for Large Parties 7+ or join the waitlist here on OpenTable!

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Breakfast, Comfort Food
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat 9:00 am–2:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–9:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (414) 808-0305
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    Available for Private Events in the Naughty Angel Rec Room. Separate bar with an old school and intimate vibe for small gatherings or celebrations. Smaller intimate dinners can be hosted in Philamina's Kitchen. Whole diner buyout also available for larger events and parties.
  • Private party contact
    Amelia Loera: (866) 209-3334
  • Neighborhood
    Milwaukee
  • Cross street
    Washington
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine

What 1,495 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Wisconsin

    Kid-friendly

  • Wisconsin

    Most Booked

  • Milwaukee

    Great for brunch

  • Milwaukee

    Kid-friendly

  • Milwaukee

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Don's TV & Repair offers a vibrant dining experience with its "fun atmosphere" and "unique 80s vibe." While the food receives mixed feedback, the "amazing shakes" stand out as a highlight. The service is generally praised, though some guests note inconsistencies. It's a quirky spot for nostalgia lovers and families alike.

1,495 Reviews
  1. Kristian

    Milwaukee

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Don’s offers a unique, vintage vibe and boozy milkshakes that are sure to impress any friends you bring out of town. The atmosphere is super fun and the fruity pebble waffles are great. A good place to have an extended family gathering— boozy shakes and good cocktails (I got the fix me old fashioned) for those more adventurous, and basic fare like fries and chicken tenders for those less inclined and younger children.

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  2. John

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Don’s TV & Repair was the perfect spot for my sister’s birthday brunch. The vibe is campy and nostalgic and the service is friendly and communicative. Drinks were tasty and well-priced, although drink service took a bit longer than we would have liked. I prefer a drink served before the meal, not alongside the entree. Our server explained that the bar was slammed with orders, so maybe more bar staff would have helped. The food was tasty and portions were generous, but not ridiculously huge. My 52 year old sister enjoyed her Fruity Pebbles waffles immensely. We plan to return to Don’s TV & Repair to try more of the menu and more of the fun drinks.

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  3. Chris

    Milwaukee

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very cool place. I wish it was more themed towards a speakeasy where when you come in the front door, you don’t know there’s a restaurant behind the entranceway. 

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  4. Martin

    Milwaukee

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As usual - great food, great service and awesome milkshakes! All had a great time

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  5. Laura

    Milwaukee

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is the second time I've eaten here. The atmosphere is fun and our waitress (or tv repair technician) was very attentive. I think the price was a wee bit high for the food but I enjoyed most of my meal. The potato pancakes were not good. If you avoid them, I think you'll really enjoy your meal.

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  6. Amanda

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on December 8, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome atmosphere. Great experience, remember the secret code words.

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  7. Lori

    Milwaukee

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on December 6, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    A hidden gem (it's supposed to be) in Milwaukee. Great burgers, old fashioneds, ambience and service. Make sure you know the pass phrase. Fusion of a tiki bar and 80's diner - perfect!

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  8. christina

    Las Vegas

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The atmosphere was amazing. There is so much to look at. My 10 year old son was in awe of the Gremlins and the VHS tapes. His favorite was the original Nintendo. The shakes are absolutely amazing!!!!

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  9. Chris

    Nashville

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Fun speakeasy with good food and drinks. The shakes are amazing.

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  10. Camille

    Milwaukee

    4 reviews

    2.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 30, 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    We arrived a few minutes early for our reservation but weren’t seated until 20-25 minutes after our reservation time. The waiting area was freezing and once we were brought inside they sat all five of us at a four person booth. Seeing that this wasn’t going to work we waited another 10 minutes to be brought to the party room area. Instead of seating us at a table, we were positioned at the bar. We wanted to sit together as a family, not sit along a bar. We had been there for over an hour before our food came out. The food was just fair. The best thing we experienced was the excitement of going there and the nostalgic decor inside. I won’t be back.

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FAQs

Don's TV & Repair offers delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. Don's TV & Repair also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (414) 808-0305.

Don's TV & Repair is rated 4.5 stars by 1495 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 30 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Don's TV & Repair

1100 S 1st St, Milwaukee, WI 53204-2451

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Washington
  • Neighborhood
    Milwaukee
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat 9:00 am–2:00 pm Sun 9:00 am–9:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Breakfast, Comfort Food
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wine
  • Phone number
    (414) 808-0305
  • Private party facilities
    Available for Private Events in the Naughty Angel Rec Room. Separate bar with an old school and intimate vibe for small gatherings or celebrations. Smaller intimate dinners can be hosted in Philamina's Kitchen. Whole diner buyout also available for larger events and parties.
  • Private party contact
    Amelia Loera: (866) 209-3334
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