Urban Cellar Urban Grill
Jun 09, 2026
Nicole and Matt Thompson
Tell us about your business.
We own and run both Urban Grill and Urban Cellar. Both restaurants focus on an exceptional dining experience. Urban Cellar offers fine wines, craft beverages, and elevated dishes, while Urban Grill has been serving bold, flavorful meals for 24 y
ears. We blend quality, creativity, and hospitality to bring people together over a great meal.
What makes your business special?
What makes our business special is it’s family-owned and built on years of passion for food and hospitality. As the next generation, we’re proud to carry on the legacy while bringing fresh ideas and unique experiences. It’s more than a business—it’s a family tradition rooted in love for food and community.
What is unique or noteworthy about your team?
The dedicated teams at Urban Cellar and Urban Grill are like family to Matt and me and are the heartbeat of our restaurants. Everyone—chefs, cooks, bartenders, servers, and managers—brings their talent and creativity to everything they do. Together, we are creating restaurants with legacies of exceptional food and service.
What’s next for your company in the coming years?
Exciting things are ahead for our company! Urban Grill will be proudly celebrating 25 years of serving the Urbandale community. Meanwhile, Urban Cellar is expanding into catering for all kinds of events, from weddings to corporate gatherings. Both restaurants are also embracing innovative technology to enhance operations and elevate the dining experience for our guests.
640 South 50th Street | West Des Moines, IA 50265 | (515) 226-3230 | urbancellarwdm.com | theurbangrilldm.com
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