Don's Grocery & Liquor – American
This neighborhood gem reimagines the classic corner store as a sanctuary for soulful comfort food, where the rhythmic sizzle of the griddle and the golden aroma of the deep fryer create an instantly welcoming atmosphere. Guests tuck into indulgent butter burgers and fiery hot chicken sandwiches, each bite paired with the satisfying crunch of tater tots or the molten, squeaky joy of perfectly fried cheese curds. It is a vibrant local hangout that celebrates the art of the humble meal deal, serving up nostalgia and bold flavors in every paper-lined basket.
1100, South 1st Street, Milwaukee, WI, 53204 +14148080805 https://www.donsmke.com/0Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: dairy-free, gluten-free, halal, low-carb, nut-free, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-fat, low-sodium, mediterranean, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, dash-sodium-reduced, gerd, low-cholesterol, south-beach, aip, alkaline, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb, soy-free
Diet fit at Don's Grocery & Liquor
Dairy-Free at Don's Grocery & Liquor
Don's Grocery & Liquor in Milwaukee has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Meal Deal Chicken Sammie, French Fries and Meal Deal Hot Chicken Sammie. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Gluten-Free at Don's Grocery & Liquor
Don's Grocery & Liquor in Milwaukee has 3 gluten-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Meal Deal Chicken Sammie, Meal Deal Hot Chicken Sammie and Tater Tots. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Halal at Don's Grocery & Liquor
Don's Grocery & Liquor in Milwaukee has 7 halal-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cheese Curds, Onion Rings and French Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Low-Carb at Don's Grocery & Liquor
Don's Grocery & Liquor in Milwaukee has 1 low-carb-tagged dish on its current menu, including Coca-Cola. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Nut-Free at Don's Grocery & Liquor
Don's Grocery & Liquor in Milwaukee has 1 nut-free-tagged dish on its current menu, including French Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegan at Don's Grocery & Liquor
Don's Grocery & Liquor in Milwaukee has 5 vegan-tagged dishes on its current menu, including French Fries, A&W Root Beer and Coca-Cola. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Vegetarian at Don's Grocery & Liquor
Don's Grocery & Liquor in Milwaukee has 7 vegetarian-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Cheese Curds, Onion Rings and French Fries. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
Heart-Healthy at Don's Grocery & Liquor
Don's Grocery & Liquor in Milwaukee has 2 heart-healthy-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Coca-Cola and Tater Tots. Tags come from dish-level menu analysis and update when the menu changes.
How tags work: Dish-level menu analysis by Chefi's rule-based diet engine with AI assistance; nutrition values are estimated from ingredients unless marked verified. Allergen and certification claims are never inferred.
What to order at Don's Grocery & Liquor
| Dish | Net carbs | Protein |
|---|---|---|
| Cheese Curds | 86.7 g | 14.7 g |
| Tater Tots | 33.4 g | 4.6 g |
| French Fries | 44.6 g | 4.1 g |
| Cookie Dough Shake | 19.1 g | 3 g |
| Chocolate Shake | 38 g | 2.6 g |
| Salted Caramel Shake | 0 g | 2.6 g |
| Vanilla Shake | 8.9 g | 2.2 g |
| Strawberry Shake | 12.3 g | 1.8 g |
| A&W Root Beer | 0 g | 1.2 g |
| Diet Coke | 5 g | 0.7 g |
| Onion Rings | 2.3 g | 0.3 g |
| Coca-Cola | 9.4 g | 0 g |
Nutrition values are estimated from ingredients.
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Main Courses
- Meal Deal Cheese Burger - $14.95: 4oz patty, Martin’s Potato Roll, American cheese, and Don’s house Naughty Angel Sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meal Deal Bacon Burger - $14.95: 4oz patty, Martin’s Potato Roll, American cheese, crispy bacon, and Don’s house Naughty Angel Sauce. Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meal Deal Butter Burger - $14.95 Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meal Deal Veggie Burger - $14.95 Dietary tags: Halal, Macrobiotic Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meal Deal Chicken Sammie - $14.95 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Meal Deal Hot Chicken Sammie - $14.95 Dietary tags: Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Whole30, Paleo, Anti-Inflammatory, AIP, Lectin-Free, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
Sides
- French Fries - $3.5: House seasoned thin cut fries. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Renal Available at: dinner, lunch
- Tater Tots - $5.95: House seasoned tater tots. Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Mediterranean, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Soy Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Onion Rings - $6.95: Battered Onion Rings served with ranch. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium Available at: dinner, lunch
- Cheese Curds - $9.95: Wisconsin White Cheddar, Garlic, Battered, and served with a side of ranch. Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
- Vanilla Shake - $7.99
- Chocolate Shake - $7.99
- Strawberry Shake - $7.99
- Salted Caramel Shake - $7.99
- Cookie Dough Shake - $6.99
- Coca-Cola - $2.25: Original Taste Dietary tags: Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Diet Coke - $2.25: No-calorie soft drink
- 7-Up - $2.25: 12oz Soda Can Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian
- A&W Root Beer - $2.25: 12oz Soda Can Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Renal
Frequently Asked Questions about Don's Grocery & Liquor
- Is Don's Grocery & Liquor dairy-free-friendly?
- Yes. Don's Grocery & Liquor has 4 dairy-free-tagged dishes on its current menu, including Meal Deal Chicken Sammie, French Fries and Meal Deal Hot Chicken Sammie.
- What can I eat at Don's Grocery & Liquor on a dairy-free diet?
- Meal Deal Chicken Sammie, French Fries and Meal Deal Hot Chicken Sammie carry the dairy-free tag, out of 4 tagged dishes on the current menu. Every dish's diet tags are listed in the menu.
- Does Don's Grocery & Liquor have vegan options?
- Yes. 5 dishes are tagged vegan on the current menu, including French Fries and A&W Root Beer.
- Is Don's Grocery & Liquor gluten-free?
- 3 dishes are tagged gluten-free on the current menu. Chefi never infers allergen tags from a dish name alone, but a tag is not a certification — confirm preparation with the restaurant if you have celiac disease or a severe sensitivity.
- What is the highest-protein dish at Don's Grocery & Liquor?
- Cheese Curds, at roughly 14.7g of protein (estimated from ingredients).
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