Milwaukee Favorite AJ Bombers Sets Official Closing Date After 16 Years
Milwaukee favorite celebrates final months with throwbacks, specials, and memories
Milwaukee, WI — AJ Bombers, a Water Street staple that has served Milwaukee for 16 years with craveable burgers, peanut bombs, and a playful atmosphere, has announced its official closing date: Thursday, November 20, 2025.
Since opening in 2009, AJ Bombers has been a gathering place for Milwaukeeans and visitors alike — from college students to families, sports fans to late-night crowds. Now, the team is inviting guests back for one final season of food, fun, and tradition.
“This fall is about celebrating the guests who made AJ Bombers what it is,” said David Marcus, CEO of Marcus Investments, owner of Benson’s Restaurant Group. “We’re excited to welcome everyone back for a final burger, beer, and of course, a peanut bomb or two before we close our doors in November.”
Guests can enjoy these limited-time dine-in October specials:
Available Daily
- Bomber Burger Returns – $13.50 with fries or tots
American cheese, lettuce, tomato, Bombers Sauce, plus a crispy portobello stuffed with Wisconsin cheddar & muenster - College ID Meal Deal – Burger + Fries + Soda for $9.99
- Free Busch Light with purchase of Barrie Burger, additional Busch just $2
Thursdays
- Classic AJ Single Burger – $4.95
- $3 Bomber Beer
Fridays
- $2 Off Apps
- $4 Select Domestic 16oz Cans
Monday, October 13: Food Wars Anniversary
Celebrate AJ Bombers’ Food Wars Win with the Milwaukee Burger (1/4lb patty, Colby cheese, applewood smoked bacon & Schlitz onions) for just $7.50, add fries for $2.
As the countdown to November 20 continues, Bombers fans are encouraged to share their favorite memories by posting throwback photos with #AJBombers, snapping one last picture in the iconic Giant Chair, and signing their name on the walls. The restaurant’s final week of service will run November 17–20, 2025, culminating in a farewell celebration on closing night.
ABOUT BENSON’S RESTAURANT GROUP
Benson’s Restaurant Group is a family-owned hospitality company based in Milwaukee that conceptualizes, develops and operates a portfolio of restaurants. Benson’s Restaurant Group, a division of Marcus Investments, currently operates and manages six different casual dining restaurant concepts: The Bridgewater Modern Grill, The Edison, Onesto, Blue Bat Kitchen & Tequilaria, Smoke Shack and AJ Bombers. The group is also the exclusive caterer and events manager for the Milwaukee Athletic Club and Sandhill Tree Farm, as well as the franchisor of Zaffiro’s pizza brand. Learn more at www.bensonsrestaurantgroup.com.
NOTE: This press release was submitted to Urban Milwaukee and was not written by an Urban Milwaukee writer. While it is believed to be reliable, Urban Milwaukee does not guarantee its accuracy or completeness.
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