HISTORY

A Century of McDonalds

Through four generations, we've kept our commitment to quality and service started in 1914.

Located in Clear Lake, Minnesota, our meat market features a full-service meat counter, special cuts, as well as homemade sausages and our world-famous jerky. As a USDA inspected processing facility, we offer custom beef and pork processing. We also process wild game all year long. We can smoke your fish, pheasants, ducks and turkeys too! We welcome orders by phone, online and in-store.

A Century of McDonalds

Through four generations, we've kept our commitment to quality and service started in 1914.

1914

John Leo McDonald purchased the Fred Mosford Meat Market in Clear Lake, Minnesota, with the intention to uphold its status as a community staple.

1940s

John Leo McDonald mans the counter.

1954

John’s son, Richard, acquired the family business, and the first addition to the McDonald’s facility was completed.

1989

Richard’s son, Dave, took over the business. He expanded the facility for a second time to keep up with production and began experimenting with jerky flavors. Pictured: Dave and Richard working the counter together.