Maxwell Custom Beef L.L.C.

Who we are
At Maxwell Custom Beef, we’re rooted right here in central Iowa, based in Des Moines, and committed to raising the bar on what “custom beef” means. We understand that buying freezer beef is more than a transaction—it’s an investment in your health, your family, and your relationship to your food.

What we do
We provide custom beef processing: we help farmers schedule cattle for custom butchering, handle the whole process from slaughter to packaging, and give you cuts tailored exactly how you like.

We offer premium dry-aged retail beef: Whether you want a half steer, a quarter beef, or just a selection of dry-aged steaks, we’re set up to supply quality cuts that deliver flavor and value.

We emphasize local sourcing & transparency: Because we’re in Iowa, we connect you with the farmer, the animal, and the craft behind the butcher. You know more about where your beef comes from.

Why choose us
Local expertise: We're centrally located in Des Moines and focused on the Iowa beef tradition—so you benefit from local knowledge, local flavor, and local accountability.

Customized cuts: You’re not buying a standard grocery-store slab. You get to decide how the animal is broken down, aged, and portioned to your needs.

Quality first: Our process ensures your beef is handled with care, from the live animal to the finished package, guaranteeing a high-quality end product.

Our mission
We aim to transform the process of purchasing freezer beef into a memorable experience for customers. Quality beef should be an investment in your health, your family, and your future.

How to get started
Contact us to schedule your cattle for custom processing.

Choose your cut sheet: number of halves, quarters, desired cuts, aging preferences.

Pick up or order your beef—whether a full custom share or select dry-aged steaks from our retail offering.

Enjoy excellent beef sourced from local farms, crafted with expertise and care.

If you're ready to explore custom beef—whether you’re a farmer looking to process animals or a consumer wanting great cuts—stop in or give us a call. We’d be happy to help you get the quality beef experience you’re looking for.