Don's TV & Repair Speakeasy

This place was really fun but staff and food stood out. Pricey smash burger but I gotta admit....one of the better burgers I've had. And thr mint shake was so huge and festive. Samine(sp?) Was friendly and kind as I navigated the menu and all the sights! Definitely worth the visit but if you are 2 or more people..make a reservation!

Such a fun experience! we made a reservation online and got a password sent with the confirmation in our email. From the outside you truly would have no idea that this place is a restaurant and when you get inside it really does transfer you back in time. The food was pretty good but nothing too special, they have a pretty small menu but the options are solid. Overall was a great experience.

I had a very sad and disheartening experience here. We arrived on time for our reservation, placed our orders, and although my food and cocktail were both made incorrectly, I didn’t complain because our waitress was very sweet and it didn’t seem like a big deal. About an hour later, after ordering another round of cocktails, a woman who appeared to be a manager came over and told us that there would be another reservation for our table in about 15 minutes. This was confusing because there was an empty table right next to us, and I noticed that the people who had been seated before us were not asked to leave. What made the situation even more uncomfortable was realizing that we were the only people of color in the restaurant. It made me teary eyed to think that this kind of treatment might still happen in 2025. When I brought this to the manager’s attention, she explained that the people before us weren’t asked to leave because their table wasn’t needed. That response didn’t sit right with me. A short time later, they brought a $10 credit to our table apparently to make up for the situation, but it only made things feel worse, as if our concern could be fixed with a discount. I told them I would be writing a review, not because I wanted anything for free, but because I wanted to shed light on what happened. We tipped our waitress well because she truly was wonderful, but we left deeply disappointed and uncomfortable. We will not be returning, and I sincerely hope no one else has to experience the same feeling of being disrespected or singled out the way we did.

We’ve been to Don’s many times and it’s always been one of our favorite places in Milwaukee.. My eight-year-old daughter fell in love with Star Wars at Dons three years ago. She asked me if ownership had changed because everything tasted and looked different. No 80s sci-fi on the TVs and the naughty angel sauce they top their burgers and tots with was watery and tasteless. The tots have always been topped with naughty angel sauce and now it was in a small dish on the side. We had an 8:30 reservation and the server was definitely trying to push us out as quickly as possible. I’ve taken my family there a dozen times and hands-down this was our worst experience there.

Very cool and unique place! 80's retro themed speakeasy type place that has delicious cheese butter burgers and boozey ice cream drinks that are spectacular! They also have an old fashioned cocktail drink served inside of a crock pot that was very unique. Definitely a must stop place!

This place is just plain fun. 80's theme everywhere, food is good, prices are great, Crock-Pot old fashioned is fun, boozy shakes are huge and amazing. Love coming here!

Amazing places to visit, atmosphere was amazing! Food was amazing! First time we visited! Been wanting to trying this place for a long time! Too my sister in law there for her birthday! We all had a great time!

This place is a lot of fun—like a nostalgic time capsule for parents! Kids around 10 and up would probably enjoy it too. It could also make for a great date night spot, especially with their creative and fun cocktail menu. The milkshakes are fantastic, and the atmosphere has a lively, retro diner vibe. The food is solid, with good burgers and chicken sandwiches, though don’t expect many (if any) healthy options. It’s all about the classic comfort food experience here. One thing to note: there's a 20% service fee automatically added to the bill. Since it goes directly to the staff, we didn’t mind—it’s about what we would’ve tipped anyway. However, the table next to us seemed a bit put off by it, so it’s good to be aware ahead of time.

A little Speakeasy in a place you'd least suspect! Great tasting food and drink! The milkshakes are to die for!

Kinda sorta speakeasy with fun burger choices, great milkshake options, and crock pots full of old fashioned mix. What else could you want? It has a sort of 80s tv and movie behind the hidden door in the lobby. There is stuff everywhere, so always something new to look at. Our server was friendly and efficient. Absolutely no complaints. The menu is not huge, so if you aren't into burgers or chicken, This may not be your spot. They do offer a veggie burger and a Friday fish fry, but definitely a burger and fries kinda spot. The tots were awesome. Also 7up stuff everywhere! Fun for a collector for sure.

WARNING: No alcohol served in January I went to Don's with a group of six girls to kick off our annual brunch/day-drinking tradition. We were extremely surprised to discover that the entire menu was alcohol-free. At first, we thought it was a joke, but when we tried to order a Bloody Mary, we were told alcohol was not being served at all. I'm not sure whether this was a questionable business decision for a speakeasy or if they lost their liquor license, but either way, the lack of transparency was frustrating. This was not advertised anywhere prior to our visit. We checked the website and made a reservation, and at no point were we informed that alcohol would not be available. In fact, the website still advertised 10-cent martinis, and the online menu included alcoholic drinks. We debated leaving but decided to stay and give the food a chance. Unfortunately, it wasn't worth it. I ordered the breakfast burrito, which was bland and lacking flavor. Overall, the experience was disappointing due to misleading information and underwhelming food.

Cool 80s themed speakeasy! Beware: you need to know the password to get in (not telling you here but check the website). They serve up some really great boozy ice cream cocktails, in addition to some good ol classic diner grub. On Wednesdays they do $.99 smash burgers. Yes, you heard right, a burger for $.99. You can double it up for $1.50, and add a few additional toppings. I went with the works (tomato, onion, pickle) which was $1.50, bringing my grand total to $2.50 for a really great burger! To qualify for the offer you only have to get a drink. They have all the drinks, and some fun ones like a Wookie Bloody or my fav: The Opposite Of A Shower Beer: 20 ounces of Plain O' Jane Mimosa served in a bathtub with cool whip "bubbles" & a rubber duck. They also do $.10 martinis on Thursdays! Dons is a great place to take out-of-towners, or for a casual hang with some friends for food and drinks. Solid food, great drinks and a really fun atmosphere!

This was a fun outing! We made a reservation for a Saturday night, and we're glad we did because two people walked in after us without one and were told the wait would be 2.5 hours. While we were waiting for our table, the front area/waiting room had some arcade games to play. It sounds like staff sometimes give quarters out to people waiting to play these games, but we didn't receive any. In any case, once your table is ready, staff ask you for the password, you say it, and then your group is brought into their dining area. The dining area felt like an 80s retro diner that was dimly lit, well decorated, small, and tight. Once seated, they describe that a 20% service charge will be added to your final bill, which is also explained on their website. Our food and drinks came out quickly (probably aided by the limited menu). We ordered the crockpot old fashioned to share, which tasted really sweet and not very boozy. The burgers and chicken sandwiches were tasty, but they were a little small. Overall, I think this place is fun to visit, though it feels more catered towards the experience vs. the food/drink itself.

This is a fun and unexpected spot. The retro TV-themed vibe gives the place a playful, nostalgic atmosphere that makes it feel unique. I want to highlight the chicken sandwich -- easily one of the best surprises of the visit. Crispy, flavorful, and well-seasoned. It's the kind of sandwich you order once and think about getting again. Our service was friendly and the overall experience was great. I'm giving it 4 stars because it is busy at peak times and we felt rushed (we were only there for 45 minutes).

Such a fun experience. Walked in and had a reservation, arrived a few minutes late and asked to wait 5-10 minutes which I was okay with since it did seem quite busy. They do online to go orders plus the dining in experience. I loved all of the decor very nostalgic and fun! The wait for the food was reasonable and well worth the wait. In total we had an oreo shake, salted caramel shake, donut hole basket, cheese curds, bacon burger and a butter burger. EVERYTHING WAS DELICIOUS. Definitely have to come back and try a super shake and other items on the menu. I especially enjoyed the cheese curds, they were well seasoned too. I added a few to the burger and I felt like a genius, they paired so well together.

I'm a lifelong Milwaukee native and I'm semi-embarrassed to say that 2025 was the first time I ever experienced Don's TV & Repair. My in-laws were in town and we decided to take them somewhere iconic. I'll vaguely say that upon entry into the place, it's somewhat similar to another iconic Milwaukee experience -- where you have to work your way in with a little knowledge/password action. We got in. The decor is super cool. Old game systems and old TVs everywhere. It's a fun, retro look that's a hoot. We all had a good experience. Food was good in that classic breakfast diner model. I had the breakfast burrito. They did wind up messing up one of my family's order and it took quite awhile for it to come out. I did appreciate how attentive our server was about it though -- he repeatedly kept going back to see what the issue was. Overall, am glad I finally made it to experience this one-of-a-kind experience.

I love the theme and the idea of this place but this is not a breakfast place. Yes they have fun mimosas in a plastic tub and bloody Marys in a tiki glass but their breakfast is nothing to shout about. I got scrambled eggs with tater tots and toast. The tots were salt. The toast was just Texas toast. And the eggs were just ok. I should have gone with their lunch menu and just gotten burger and fries. The waitress was either busy or just not attentive. We didn't see her enough in my opinion.

This is a great spot, especially to bring people from out of town who like doing unique things. It's a speakeasy of sorts, and features a super simple and affordable menu. Their burgers are great! We also got the crockpot old fashioned which was fun, but tricky to keep passing around. Definitely recommend.

We went on 99 cent burger night. These were delicious burgers in potato rolls. The cheese curds were seasoned so well! The real star here is my crockpot of old fashioned. This place is so fun and we so enjoyed the folks we sat next to!

Let's start with the good - very cool atmosphere, loved the speakeasy vibes. It had a fun feel with the music and decor. The milkshake was amazing & the donut appetizer was yummy. For the things which could improve, we had a reservation for 7:00 and did not get seated until almost 7:25 which would be completely understandable but we were rushed to get our orders in before the kitchen closed. The service staff was stretched thin so were rushing table to table, because of that refills took almost 15 minutes to get to our table. Once again, not the service staffs fault but definitely affected our experience. Burger was okay, nice that they had a gluten free bun option for my fiancé. Overall, the atmosphere & prices were very reasonable but just could use some improvement in the service!

I had not been to Don's since before the pandemic. They have changed several things since then including you now need a "password" to get in. This was a big hit with my 10 year old nephew in town for the weekend. We were lucky enough to be there on 99 cent burger night - for less than a dollar you get a plain burger you can add toppings for a few bucks more. It made the evening very affordable. The burgers felt nostalgic, my sister said they tasted like the 90's and I can't tell you what that means precisely but I totally agree. The fries were tasty and our little one loved the chicken nuggets. Service is speedy - since there is a very limited menu they really have an efficient system to take orders and get you food quickly. The decor felt somewhat 50's diner with a 80's/90's movie & tv theme. It was a very fun place to be with kids. And of course the milkshakes are the show stoppers. You can get them boozy or just plain sweet. Either way they were a hit with both of older and younger members of our party. We'll be back, likely to celebrate kid birthdays as they loved everything about Don's!

Came here on a Wednesday night with no reservation. The waiting area was very busy starting at 7pm. We waited for 30 minutes before being sat at the bar. The ambiance was 80s retro with midwest dive charm. It was 99¢ burger night where you get a drink and you pay 50¢-$2 for additional toppings like pickles, cheese, etc. The milkshakes were $7.99 and we decided to not get the sprinkle and frosting rim but they do always come with that! Since we sat at the bar we got to chat with the bartender who was very nice & friendly even though it was very busy the Wednesday before thanksgiving. It looked like they had various types of week day specials so would be excited to try this spot again!

Such a cool hidden gem! Love the adventure to get in. The food was good and the ice cream shakes were instagram-worthy. Our server was great and the place has such a unique vibe- unlike anywhere else! Definitely will be back for 10 cent martini night! Highly recommend visiting (if you can get in that is)

I've been wanting to try Don's since before we moved out of Milwaukee, but just weren't able to until recently when my friends and I were back in town for a wedding. We made reservations for brunch for seven of us and it was easy peasy! As a speakeasy, when you first walk in, it looks like a very small repair shop, but has some arcade games for you to play on while you wait for your table. After we checked in, there was a couple minutes of wait time and the staff gave us some quarters for the games, which was a nice touch! The inside definitely has speakeasy diner vibes. It's kitschy and a bit random, with many Star Wars artifacts. For our meal, my husband and I shared the Opposite of a Shower Beer, which is basically a mimosa in a plastic bathtub with a rubber ducky and cool whip topping. The mimosa was fairly standard, but the presentation was so fun, everyone at our table got a kick out of it. We got the bourbon donut holes and the cheese curds for the table and both were a hit. My husband and I shared the fruity pebbles waffles and the veggie breakfast burrito. The burrito was excellent!!! Well made and delicious, I highly recommend. The waffles were also very good - not super overpowering with the fruity pebbles but enough to get the taste. Our server was great despite us being a large group. It was a great experience overall!

We did not try the food, we did however have a drink at this super fun place!! Had no idea it was a secret entrance kind of thing when we walked in. The host asked if we knew the password and we were clueless. She gave us a great hint and we were on our way in!! The decor is so fun and very nostalgic if you're of that age group! Love the gremlins!!!! And all the old tvs! My boyfriend had the Fix Me Old Fashioned, which was great! I don't really like old fashion drinks but this was new and exciting. I tried "I'd just as soon Kiss A Wookie" which came in a cute glass and I slurped it up it so was yummy!! The vibe was so on point. The other people in the place were just as excited as we were to be there. This is a place everyone should give a shot!

Loved it! Quirky, funky, and quite tasty. Burgers, fries, and shakes. That is the basics... A few beers, boozy shakes, and some sides round out the menu. Burgers are old school diner style. I added tomatoes and pickles. So good... Cheese curds were great as were the fries. Ambiance is super fun. Service was attentive without being intrusive. Loved it!

Good enough fun ... but not the best service or stellar food but a fun concept & decent experience (overall) .... we got our appetizer WAY before our drinks ( and we didn't order anything special other than a bloody mary) it wasn't that busy either. So there's slow and then there's server is MIA and drinks take 15 minutes? The food is typical diner food which goes w the concept. They do add a 20% automatic to the check ( the usual explanation of giving them decent pay) which is ok IF the service is actually good) but.. maybe? that's why he was so slow/MIA?

Our friends and family had a great time here. The inside was super cool and kid friendly if needed. The service was pretty quick considering how large our party was. We didn't order food only desserts, but everything was lovely. This was a great spot to hit as we were just passing through Milwaukee for the holidays. Definitely would go back.

I had a very sad and disheartening experience here. We arrived on time for our reservation, placed our orders, and although my food and cocktail were both made incorrectly, I didn't complain because our waitress was very sweet and it didn't seem like a big deal. About an hour later, after ordering another round of cocktails, a woman who appeared to be a manager came over and told us that there would be another reservation for our table in about 15 minutes. This was confusing because there was an empty table right next to us, and I noticed that the people who had been seated before us were not asked to leave. What made the situation even more uncomfortable was realizing that we were the only people of color in the restaurant. It made me teary eyed to think that this kind of treatment might still happen in 2025. When I brought this to the manager's attention, she explained that the people before us weren't asked to leave because their table wasn't needed. That response didn't sit right with me. A short time later, they brought a $10 credit to our table apparently to make up for the situation, but it only made things feel worse, as if our concern could be fixed with a discount. I told them I would be writing a review, not because I wanted anything for free, but because I wanted to shed light on what happened. We tipped our waitress well because she truly was wonderful, but we left deeply disappointed and uncomfortable. We will not be returning, and I sincerely hope no one else has to experience the same feeling of being disrespected or singled out the way we did.

Don's TV Repair keeps redefining how bad a restaurant experience can be. We waited half an hour even though OpenTable had reservation slots all over the place--and the host literally made us stand there and create an online reservation just to get their "password." The staff all looked like they were auditioning for "Most Uninterested Server 2025." They introduced themselves to excited families with monotone voices like they were reading a hostage letter. Our server showed up once, never refilled drinks, never checked on food--nothing. The food? McDonald's-level at best. And when half your tiny menu is burgers, those burgers better slap. These do not. And good lord, the interior. Why does it look like a construction site someone gave up on? Plywood dividers everywhere, cheap vibes, zero atmosphere. It feels like eating inside a storage unit someone tried to "DIY chic." The owners also run Hotel Madrid, which actually serves great food--so clearly they know how to do better. They just don't care here. This place could be a gold mine with the right leadership. If the current owners aren't interested, please sell it to someone who will bring Don's back to life.

I'm glad I was finally able to check this place out. The food and atmosphere was great! I'm glad we made a reservation. A 20% gratuity is automatically included in your bill. The fries were well seasoned, and the burger was juicy.

I'll never forget my experience here. I called to make a reservation and they did warn me that they were really busy at the top. Yet she said she would find us a spot and said the bar was free. It was perfect. When we arrived, they said they had a different spot for us. Took us to the back to this room with a weird smelll and dirty carpet. It reminded me of a basement totally not the vibes. My friends were taking a while to show up. The server suddenly told us that she has a party coming in thirty minutes. I would've appreciated being told that before they put us here. I would've sat at the bar instead! We decide to leave before my friends can even get there. The server had the audacity to ask for a tip. I see it on my bill thank you.

Yes, it's different. It starts the moment you walk in. They make you wait 10-15 minutes on purpose...it's supposed to be part of the charm. They have a few arcade games in their entryway and kindly give you a dollars with of quarters to play. My son and I dueled it out in a game of Mrs. Pac Man. When they're ready to seat you, they ask for the secret password. My wife overheard someone else give it while we were playing the game, otherwise some other hijinks would have ensued, I'm sure. The restaurant is small, and I was surprised by a lack of people on a Saturday. The main area where we sat featured tv's in back of us with a row of VHS cassettes that could be played. I popped in 'Trading Places' but the picture was so bad that it could have sent folks into epileptic fit. Food-wise, well..not the best. They have a handful of burgers, a couple chicken sandwiches, and several breakfast combos. None of those sounded tempting so I got a fancy caramel milkshake and some donuts as an app for all of us to share. In back of us was a bar which was Star Wars themed...very cool. The kids who work here are nice and try to keep things fun. Beyond the cheap thrills of the place though, I dare say a return trip would not be in the cards. One thing to watch out for, they automatically add a 'service fee' to your bill. THIS IS THE TIP, so be mindful not to give another 15%+ unless you really want to be crazy generous. Cheers.

We came here as a party of 8, and it was everybody's first time, so I made sure to make reservations. Joyfully, we got seated at the bar in the Star Wars room (yep, I'm a nerd, it's me!). We took advantage of the free burger with any drink special, and ordered two orders of tots to share. Drinks were all over the place, from simple iced tea to a Game Boy and Yoshi's Cookie, to my Margarita in a cactus, and my husband's Old Fashioned in a small crock pot, just to name a few! We all opted for Naughty Angel burgers and modified them to our own particular tastes. We were celebrating a marriage and a small family reunion, and our server brought us complimentary baskets of donut holes with a delicious dipping sauce to help us celebrate....very sweet and appreciated! Now, typically, food experiences just don't stick with me. However, the burger I ate here was one of the BEST burgers I have ever had. I was talking about it for months afterward! I would love to try other menu items, the drinks in particular! Service was great and the place is interesting to walk around. I slept on this place, but I'm glad I finally made it in! 3/2025

First time dining in, and went for brunch. The lobby is fun, and so is the staff. Our server, Leah, was great! My friend and I shared the onion rings, which were nicely seasoned and had a good ratio of batter to onion. She enjoyed the Scrambler with sausage, but she was expecting scrambled eggs or a skillet, and the was more like a frittata. I ordered the Birria Breakfast Burrito and a side of horseradish potato pancakes. The burrito is stuffed with beef birria, scrambled eggs, caramelized onions, tater tots, and served with a beef broth and sour cream. It was delicious and massive! I ate half and enjoyed the other half for lunch the next day. The horseradish potato pancakes were well-balanced and cooked perfectly. They were also a great pairing for the the beef birria. I also ordered the Game Boy boozy shake with lots of rums in it, and it was also delicious! I recommend a visit, if you haven't been. The password is easy to find, but I'm not saying it.

What a fun little place with a great Nostalgic vibe this hidden spot is. One you enter you go into a waiting area that has arcade games and other nostalgic items which took me back to my childhood. When you are first walk in you have to use the secret password "ice cold 7up". Then you'll get to enter the secret door into the restaurant. Be sure to watch your step as it would be easy the trip and fall. Certainly a hazard. We sat at the bar, but there are several half booth and the other half chair. There is also another area with a bar. Just outside of the room there is a tab pulling machine for purchasing if you wish. We ordered serval items off the menu to try: Hot Chicken Sammy my son added it needed extra ranch, Birria Breakfast Burrito was delicious perfect amount of all ingredients that made this item the best menu item we ordered, the Naughty Brunch Burger was tasty. In addition we ordered the Bourbon donuts I felt were ok ... my hubby said good. Last, we order the Browsers Brownie Shake. Our server was kind and knowledgeable. Our food came out fast and was hot. We were not told that the bill already includes the gratuity is included at 20%. If not looking at the bill you'd over tip. No difference in price of the shake with or without alcohol. That's a bummer, but it was tasty. I'll end with, just as there is a secret door to enter though, they're is a servers exit. A must check out for an 80s and 90s baby.

Visited this spot for a late lunch on a Saturday at 2pm and it was still busy! I loved the atmosphere, the retro games and decor was a hit with my bf's family and they enjoyed the thrill of having to say the super secret password. We all really loved the cheese sauce! I would've loved to have had slightly bigger portions but the food was decently filling. The crockpot old fashioned was quite funny and we enjoyed how fun it looked. Overall a great experience and would be back again! Need to try their milkshakes next time

A nostalgic burger joint/speakeasy, half of the fun at Don's is figuring out the code word to get you past the TV repair shop facade and into the restaurant itself. Once inside, it's a pretty traditional smashburger and fries diner, with a basic menu and decent prices. Servers are lively and fun and there's an overall party vibe to the place. But, like a smaller,more congested version of the Safe House, once you've seen it, you've seen it. It was a nice time, but we really didn't feel the need to return, sadly.

What a cool concept for a restaurant! If you didn't know about Don's TV & Repair, you would probably drive right by it. We were visiting Wisconsin and heard about this place from my cousin, and we knew we had to try it! It says "TV Repair" outside, and you enter from the street and are in a small room that looks like a lobby of a tv shop mixed with some 80's themed video games. You give a "secret phrase" and you enter through the 7-Up door....speakeasy style. (It would have seemed more secret if the waiting area wasn't full of other customers.) We went on a Wednesday because it was 99 cents burger night. Yes, the burgers are 99 cents; but you pay anywhere from $.50 to $1 to add toppings like cheese, tomatoes, and pickles. I was surprised that the burger was really big and quite good, and it came out pretty fast. We also ordered a side of cheesy fries which were very cheesy with melty cheese sauce. They have lots of boozy and regular drink choices, including boozy milkshakes and all-day mimosas. I had the Homicidal Maniac which came in a Wednesday Adams mug. It was made with Jack Daniels Apple, amaretto, lemonade, and gummy worms......good but tart. My husband had the Yoshi's Cookie which was a ginormous cookie dough shake made with Captain Morgan and cookie dough ice cream.....topped off with a full sized Chipwhich! And it was just $14. We had a great server, Emily, and enjoyed our meal. Everything is 80's themed with diner-style tables. I was really impressed that the restaurant called me about 5 minutes after walking out to let me know that they'd found an earring that I must have dropped. If you are ever visiting Milwaukee and want a unique dining experience at very reasonable prices; I highly recommend Don's TV Repair! It's a fun place and one of a kind! Also kid friendly!

Had reservations for 7:15 and got in a little early. There were other groups waiting for their times, and even some people who just showed up, but no luck with openings. It was busy and took a few minutes to connect with our server. She was efficient, but not especially friendly. Did a good job to help us out with ordering. Wasn't sure about whether we could customize a regular boozy shake, but we got that worked out. Our group had a couple of burgers and chicken sandwich. The hamburgers were just okay. A little on the dry side. The chicken sandwich was better. Fries and onion rings were hot and plentiful. Finished the meal with a Yoshi's Cookie Shake, and swapped the Rum for Peanut Butter Whiskey. That was the highlight of the meal. The place is fun, and the prices are decent.

Do they make the cheesy tater tots with crack? Seriously I ordered one basket for our nine person group and we ordered three more baskets. Our waitress said it's the homemade cheese that's a special recipe. Try these and you will thank me. Yes you can get $.10 martinis when you order an entree. You are limited to 3. They come out quick at first and then slow down which is to be expected. You can choose from vodka or gin, regular or dirty. Most people got the signature burger but I opted for the chicken sandwich which I would not get again. The chicken was thin and overcooked with sweet coleslaw. Next time I'll stick to the burger. Sometimes you shouldn't veer away from one of a restaurant's signature dishes. Now for the best part - the ambience. You walk into what seems like a retro TV repair place with 80's video games. Once you tell them the secret code they open the door to the restaurant. There are old school TV's everywhere that are blasting videos or static. The back room is epic as a Star Wars themed room. Did I also tell you that the pricing is reasonable? They do add 18% to the check and tell you that tipping on top is optional. Not a fan of this practice but still you will want to tip on top because the pricing is awesome. Definitely get here! You won't be disappointed.

This place was lots of fun! Daughter and I were in the area thrifting and stumbled across Don's. Loved the ambiance once you got inside and food was super tasty. Our server was extremely friendly and anyone who comes with me to visit will be experiencing this as well.

This was such a fun experience! We made our reservation and got a secret word to get through to the speakeasy. It was decorated in diner fashion and dim, colorful lights. Our food came really fast and we topped it off with sharing a milkshake! The burger was so good, I recommend getting the works on it. Next time, I want to get the ice cream sandwich instead of the brownie because it was super rich but good. Our host made the experience so fun and we got to roll dice for a possible free meal and got $10 off our next visit. We will be back!

I am not going to post pics other than the exterior photo because it's such a fun surprise to walk in and uncover a nostalgia explosion! The vibe here is super cool, and service was great. My friend and I came here during a girls' weekend in Milwaukee. So glad we did. Their "Liquid Repairs" drink list is fun and affordable. I did the Tommy Cod, and it was delicious. For eats, I opted for the bacon burger. My friend did the breakfast that included horseradish potato pancakes, and I will admit, they are an acquired taste. Neither of us really liked them. They seem to have a lot of specials, depending on day and time. I highly recommend reservations, as there was a twosome who came in just before we did, and they were told it would be a 15-minute wait without reservations. Normally not shocking, but there were not many people in the eating space (three tables at 9:45 am), so I was surprised that the twosome was not able to enter without waiting 15 minutes, which they opted not to do.

Ok so we went by accident. It was a fun adventure. You need reservations do not try without them. The entrance is fun they have pinball and Pac-Man if you need to kill time. The decor is so much fun. Then you have to know the secret password to get in. Then you get in the place. The inside was kinda small there was like 15 tables and some bar stools. I t would come at an early time next time. I want the shakes but not late at night. The dining room was very dark and loud. It was hard to read the menu plan what you want before you go in. I decided to try a drink they sound fun I got the homicidal maniac it was ok it came in a fun glass and had 2 gummy worms. I was with two others. And we like to share so we got the I hate this bacon burger, chicken sandwich, and fish fry, the fish was good it was definitely better then some. Not as good as other. The potato cakes siad they were horseradish flavor, I did not taste that at all. I did taste spice but it was more like a Tabasco or such it was a heat I did not care for them. The slaw was ok and the rye bread was ok but tasted salty. The chicken is marinated in pickle juice. This gave it a good flavor. I think there was some special sauce also. The burger was yummy also. The bacon was not crispy, I like mine cooked a little more. It was very tasty though. The sandwich did not come with a side that was a little surprising. We got a side of tots and they were good. Over all the food was great. The service was lacking we ran out of water and he did kit really check back with us. This is the only down fall to a guaranteed tip. It was also so loud we had a hard time hearing the server also disappointed he did not mention the donut holes they did look good and we over looked them. Would like to go back and try a shake. But no rush to many other places to try. It's definitely worth going once.

We made a 7:30 reservation for 6. It took 30 minutes to be seated. 3 couples and a party of 3 were seated before us. I kept asking when we would be seated, and they finally pushed a table together. Otherwise, who know if and when we would have been seated. We were not told about last call. So we could not have a boozy shake for dessert because the machine was already shut down. I would never eat there again. Overrated.

Very fun and kitschy place especially to take kids, more so to show them what the 80's and 90's felt like (since it's sooo long ago lol). As Xennial adults, being in a space like that felt a little bit like Saved By the Bell meets Back to the Future and Star Wars and Nintendo. I made reservations on opentable so it was easy to get a spot. It was fun to see my kid say the password to enter (you can find it after you make your reservations or probably online). It's a small and tight space so with a stroller it was a tight squeeze but we made it work. Without reservations it could get a bit hard to get service. We saw a table of people leave after not being attended to after a while but I think they had a time limit (I only know this because we were trying to possibly get another table next to us for a different party but they said we had to be out by 6pm if so and it was already 5:20pm and they would not have gotten there in time). ANYWAY, the menu, especially the milkshake menu, is extensive. If you come here and don't get a milkshake I don't know what to tell you. That is the highlight of this place in terms of food. The non milkshake food was not the best. I was excited to get the fish fry after experiencing a mid fish fry at a more historic place but the fish fry here was too fishy, though it was less soggy than the other place. I'm happy that my son, who is allergic to eggs, dairy, nuts, was able to eat the chicken tenders (though he is usually fine with chicken tenders at restaurants - seems like they probably all source it from the same place). My husband got the butter burger and I took a bite and it was definitely not to my taste but it could have been because I never had a butter burger before. Still, I prefer a cheese burger. The butter in this had a strange aftertaste. The drink I got (the homicidal maniac) was like drinking syrup, though it came in a fun cup. Long story short: Milkshake 100% Food 30% Cocktails 30% Ambiance 100% Service 60% Instagram worthy 100%

A super fun experience, Don's TV & Repair, is like a time warp to those days when 80s music played on the radio, you watched movies from Blockbuster on your VCR, and you brought a date to get burgers and shakes. These are no ordinary shakes, you can get boozy shakes, and this ain't no ordinary TV repair shop-- that tricky Don has a hidden bar/speakeasy out the back of his repair shop. Damn, Don, whatchu doin? Naughty burgers were tasty, tots were crunchy and can't-stop-eating and the milk shake was enormous and garnished with a ding-dong. My table mate wished the shake was icy and cold. This was novel, this was a good time. The 80s tunes were fun to listen to, and Sailor Moon was on the big screen and Raiders of the Lost Ark was playing on a tv/vcr combo. The good old days? To some, but fun to tune in for a while to blasts from the past.

Fruity pebble waffles were SO GOOD and I'm not a huge fruity pebbles or waffle person. Tasted like mochi almost. Such a cute place, love the theme, and the cups/glasses for the drinks. Super cute, my friend brought me when I was visiting and it was totally worth it. The birria breakfast burrito was a lil soggy and so hard to eat but filling/yummy nonetheless

This was a great date night spot!! Very cool ambiance and decor! If you are a fan of any of the big 80s movies and franchises, this is def your vibe. Low red light inside was also cool and had a great feel. Service was fast and on point, everything came out quick and the server was very attentive. The shake we had was very very good, one of the better shakes i've had in the MKE area. The other food was good but seemed to miss the mark in terms of like an elevated dining experience. I would put it also like a step above fast food if I am being honest. But, it isn't overpriced and priced around there.

My husband's friend took us here and the place is so cute. Very retro and classy. People there are so friendly and welcoming. We sat at the booth and ordered drinks. We wanted to try the martini specials which is 10 cents! But we need to order an entree to get that deal. After ordering, we were told we can't order food and eat at the bar. We felt bad because we didn't know that. They said they will accept it this time. Next time we won't do that again. I'm glad we tried the food because it was delicious. The milkshake is so good. Brings back childhood memories. The martinis wasn't a hit for me though haha I love the lemon flavor the best. I will come back here again. 80-90s theme is the best! Please don't change.

Don's had a really fun atmosphere! We went for burgers & drinks (the spicy bloody is Spicy!!) It's a fun old school diner type of spot so if you're looking for something fun & different to do for dinner - it's a cool spot! Secret password at the door for entry!

5 Stars for being something different and fun! The "Store Front" looks like an old time TV Repair Shop. But with the right password, the 7up Machine Door opens up and leads you into a hidden bar and restaurant. Maybe they could have done a better job of selling the "secret", but I'm sure by now the workers are kind of over it! But, it was still new to us, so we had some fun with it. Food and drinks are maybe not 5 star... but not bad either. I had fish and it came with horseradish potato pancakes, which were interesting. Not sure if I lived them, but I gave them a try! I'd give this meal an "average" rating but my wife's smash burger was pretty good. Tater Tot appetizer was also really good. Drinks were really interesting! Like a Old Fashion served in a real Crockpot and Boozy Shakes, so that was fun! Loved our waitress and the restaurant had lots of interesting things on the walls, including working VCR's with movies and old time sit-coms in the movie screen. Put this down as a "must try" in Milwaukee. Not as cool as the Safe House but still fun.

The unique setting and decor is what makes this place. Think of The Safehouse (downtown Milwaukee) but in a retro diner setting. The employees are always polite and the food is decent enough. I suggest sitting in the back bar area with a group for an even more unique experience. The crock pot wisconsin old fashioned is also hilariously delicious.

Unfortunately, we were a little bummed by this experience. We were excited to stop into Dons for a post dinner drink/shake. We didn't have a reservation, and we're told that they were not taking walks ins, it was about 8:30. Nbd...it started pouring so we hung out for about 15 minutes to let the rain pass. While waiting, I decided to check online and they had a ton of open rezos. We made one at 9pm. We checked back in with the hostess and she went to check on our table, said it would be a few minutes. Another party walked in without a reservation, I let them know to just check online and make one real quick. They made theirs at 915, and were seated before us. We thought this was a little rude, considering our reservation was earlier and we'd been waiting already. We were seated right afterwards and the place was DEAD. Like literally one other table. We were so thrown off that they wouldn't take walk ins and made us wait for a table. Our server was great, super attentive and nice, and the drinks we had were pretty good as well. Finally, we were a bit put off by the bill. We were provided the bill and an employee (not our waitress) explained the charges to us, and that they included an 18% service fee but if they did a great job an additional tip would be appreciated...which was totally fine, we love that they explained it instead of just expecting us to notice. But she then continued to talk about how hard they were working, how long they had been there, and how deserving they were and it just got a bit off putting. Overall, the vibes just felt off from when we got in there though - maybe they were just hoping no one else would come in? Overall, the concept is cool, as is the ambiance of the room. Drinks were also good. We didn't get food, so can't review that, but it looked good. I'm not sure we would come back tbh, maybe if someone else wanted to go, but I probably wouldn't be the one suggesting. Maybe it was an off night, and I'd go back in open minded.

Such a fun and unique place in walkers point! We did have to wait about 20 mins after our original reservation time but it was worth it. Highly recommend checking out the cheese curds as well they were delicious.

Food was great. Better than expected with the small menu. Milkshakes were okay. 7/10. A bit on the watery side. Service was the reason for the stars. Waited over 20 minutes for milkshakes while other around came and left. Very selective and a bit rude. Disappointing. Kids enjoyed at least.