Wood Iron Grille to Transition to Elmhurst Grille in April

Michael Glesener (left) and Matthew Gunn (right) are the team behind Wood Iron Grille.

Oskaloosa, Iowa, March 3, 2024 — The Wood Iron Grille in Oskaloosa, Iowa, will be transitioning to new ownership in April.

“It’s been a joy and honor to work with our team at Wood Iron Grille and to serve our customers over the past five and-a-half years,” said emotional owners Michael Glesener and Matthew Gunn. “As we move towards a new chapter, we’re excited to share that while there will be a new name on the restaurant, guests will still experience the same quality of food and service that they’ve come to expect.”

EVOLVE Hospitality will be operating the restaurant. “We’re pleased to work with Michael, Matthew, and their staff through this transition,” said EVOLVE Hospitality President Matt Jacobs. “We look forward to continuing to provide the Oskaloosa community with the same high quality menu and service through the Elmhurst Grille.”

Wood Iron Grille employees have already been offered jobs with the Elmhurst Grille, and the restaurant will remain open through the transition period. The new owners will continue to honor Wood Iron Grille gift cards.

With more than 45 years in the hospitality industry, EVOLVE Hospitality leadership encompasses all the traditional functions of that industry to offer property development, third party management and general consulting on projects ranging from hotels and restaurants to convenience stores and senior living facilities. They currently manage the Oskaloosa Fairfield Inn & Suites and will operate the new Trio Entertainment Venue when it opens later this year. Learn more about the company at www.evolvehosp.com.