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Don's TV & Repair, Milwaukee, WI

Don's TV & Repair

4.6
4.6
1571 Reviews
$30 and under
Contemporary American
1100 S 1st St, Milwaukee, WI 53204-2451

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2 people
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7:00 pm
Booked 54 times today

About this restaurant

  • Child-friendly
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for creative cocktails
Located on 1st Street, 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! Reservations recommended, walk-ins are accommodated with limited seating. Call Ahead for Large Parties 5+ or join the waitlist here on OpenTable!

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Contemporary American, Breakfast, Comfort Food
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat 09:00–22:00 Sun 09:00–20:00 Lunch Fri 11:00–22:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–21:30
  • Phone number
  • 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. Whole diner buyout also available for larger events and parties.
  • Private party contact
    Taylor Gillen: (414) 808-0305
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Area
    Milwaukee
  • Cross Street
    Washington
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wine

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What 1,571 people are saying

Don's TV & Repair reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.3Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Wisconsin

    Child-friendly

  • Wisconsin

    Most Booked

  • Milwaukee

    Great for brunch

  • Milwaukee

    Child-friendly

  • Milwaukee

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Don's TV & Repair offers a fun, nostalgic experience with a unique 80s vibe and decor. The "fantastic" milkshakes and "great" burgers are crowd favorites. While some find the food menu limited and prices high, the "amazing" service and lively atmosphere keep many visitors coming back for more.
1,571 Reviews
  1. ed VIP

    Washington DC9 reviews

    1.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    This place is a dump. They add a mandatory 20% tip because no one would tip for any meaningful reason after what we saw here. It is not a speak easy. There is no hidden door. The food is worse that a school cafeteria. Overpriced drinks, sub-par service. Do yourself a favor and spend your dinner money somewhere else. This place is not worth the effort.
    Don's TV & RepairResponded 2 days ago
    Hi Ed, hank you for choosing to dine with us at Don's. We appreciate your feedback and are so sorry to hear you did not enjoy your experience that evening. We would love the opportunity to make things right. Please reach out to us here with a best contact email as we would like to talk more about your experience. Again we appreciate you choosing to dine with us and hope to talk soon. Cheers, The TV Repair Team at Don’s

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  2. Arne

    Milwaukee1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place with great food and beverages. Service was excellent. It was a very entertaining experience. I highly recommend stopping here.
    Don's TV & RepairResponded 2 days ago
    Hi Arne, we appreciate you choosing to dine with us! We love to hear that we could provide a great time out. Thank you for the kind feedback and hope to see you again soon! Cheers, The TV Repair Team at Don’s

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  3. Joellyn

    Cincinnati1 review

    3.0

    Dined on 30 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Thought this place would have a bigger food selection and the food would be better. Fine if you want a burger and fries and an over priced boozy drink. We went for my adult college-aged kids bday and was disappoint at the minimal selection on non-boozy ice cream drinks. Food selection was small and not all that great and over priced. They have an automatic service charge of 20% for the kitchen staff and others but we were not sure if that included the waitress? Ended up putting down another 10% which I am not sure I needed to. Total for 3 people with a main meal and three nonboozy ice cream shakes was $109. Could have had a better meal elsewhere. Atmosphere was ok. It was crummy that a “speakeasy” advertises burgers on the side of the building. Was trying to make it a fun surprise but too bad my kid can read the side of the building. This one is a one and done for us.
    Don's TV & RepairResponded on 2 April 2025
    Hi Joellyn, and thank you for choosing to dine with us at Don's. We appreciate your feedback and are sorry to hear you did not enjoy your experience that evening. We would love the opportunity to make things right. Please reach out to us here with a best contact email as we would like to talk more about your experience. Again we appreciate you choosing to dine with us and hope to talk soon. Cheers, The TV Repair Team at Don’s

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  4. Nick VIP

    Chicago22 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 30 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    This place is a lot of fun especially if you were alive in the 80s and 90s. The food was good, we each got a bacon cheeseburger. It looks like they hang their hat on milkshakes but we didn’t get one. If we go back we will 100% get a milkshake. This place is a lot of fun!
    Don's TV & RepairResponded on 2 April 2025
    Hi Nick, thank you so much for the feedback! We are always happy when someone chooses to spend their evening with us at Don's. We hope to see you again soon! Cheers, The Repair Team at Don's

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  5. Javier VIP

    Mexico City4 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 30 March 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Step into this radical 80's-themed eatery and get ready for a blast from the past. The ambiance is undeniably fun, with retro decor that's sure to transport you back to the decade of neon and excess. The food is good, but nothing to write home about. The real stars of the show are the Instagram-worthy cocktails, served in funky glasses that are almost too cool to drink from. However, be prepared for a rushed experience. The '1 hour 15 minutes rule' is a major misstep. After a lengthy wait in the 'repairs shop', you'll be whisked to your table, only to be ushered out the door before you've even finished your drink. It's a rush job, and not in a good way. With milkshakes taking longer than expected to arrive, it's hard not to feel like you're being herded through a theme park cafeteria. In short, while this 80's-themed eatery is a fun, frivolous distraction, its focus on turnover leaves a sour taste. If you're looking for a leisurely dining experience, keep looking. But if you're in the mood for a quick, quirky bite and are prepared for a hurried pace, this might just hit the spot.
    Don's TV & RepairResponded on 31 March 2025
    Hello Javier, and thank you for choosing to dine with us at Don's. We appreciate your feedback and are sorry to hear you did not enjoy your experience that evening. We would love the opportunity to make things right. Please reach out to us here with a best contact email as we would like to talk more about your experience. Again we appreciate you choosing to dine with us and hope to talk soon. Cheers, The TV Repair Team at Don’s

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  6. Gretchen

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 26 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our service was amazing. The food was great. The vibes were immaculate.
    Don's TV & RepairResponded on 27 March 2025
    Hi Gretchen, we appreciate you for choosing to spend your evening with us at Don's! We love to hear that we could provide a great time out, from the food to the service. Thank you for the kind feedback and hope to see you again soon! Cheers, The TV Repair Team at Don’s

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  7. Sarah

    Milwaukee1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 23 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very fun atmosphere overall. I surprised my kids, they thought we were really getting our TV repaired! I wish the burgers/sandwiches came with sides though, that's my only complaint.
    Don's TV & RepairResponded on 26 March 2025
    Hi Sarah, thank you so much for the feedback! We are always happy when someone chooses to spend their evening with us at Don's. We hope to see you again soon! Cheers, The Repair Team at Don's

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  8. Sarah

    Milwaukee8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 23 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Don's never disappoints. It's a fun atmosphere with great food and drink!
    Don's TV & RepairResponded on 26 March 2025
    Hi Sarah, thank you so much for the feedback! We are always happy when someone chooses to spend their evening with us at Don's. We hope to see you again soon! Cheers, The Repair Team at Don's

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  9. Erin

    Milwaukee4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 22 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Super fun experience from entering the building to the secret password to the very funky drinks to the delicious food. Burgers were quite small but everyone filled up on their milkshakes and shareable sides. Fun place to relive the 80s and 90s. Even the kids enjoyed it!
    Don's TV & RepairResponded on 26 March 2025
    Hello Erin, we appreciate you choosing to dine with us! We love to hear that we could provide a great time out. Thank you for the kind feedback and hope to see you again soon! Cheers, The TV Repair Team at Don’s

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  10. Todd

    Milwaukee2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 22 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    They brought my daughter’s burger with the works but she only asked for cheese & bacon. The server fantasticly rectified the situation by having the kitchen remake the burger. The burger came back quickly even before the rest of us were anywhere close to being finished. That’s what I call great customer service in a world where it sometimes doesn’t happen. We definitely will come visit again.
    Don's TV & RepairResponded on 26 March 2025
    Hi Todd, thank you so much for the feedback! We are glad you guys had a great time! And so happy we could fix any issues you experienced during your repair service! We appreciate the honest feedback and hope to see you again soon! Cheers, The TV Repair Team at Don's

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FAQs

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

Don's TV & Repair is rated 4.6 stars by 1571 OpenTable diners.

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

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Booked 54 times today
Google Map for Don's TV & Repair

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

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Washington
  • Area
    Milwaukee
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat 09:00–22:00 Sun 09:00–20:00 Lunch Fri 11:00–22:00 Dinner Mon–Thu 17:00–21:30
  • 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, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Late Night, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wine
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • 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. Whole diner buyout also available for larger events and parties.
  • Private party contact
    Taylor Gillen: (414) 808-0305
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