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West Forty Market
West Forty Market
28 reviews
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About West Forty Market

After years of rave reviews over the beef John & Sue Ebensberger were producing on their hobby farm, West Forty (40 acres west of Greene, IA) was born!


We have been selling individual cuts and custom wholesale options in Greene since 2013 and Des Moines since 2016. In September 2019, John & Sue purchased the grocery store in Greene, renaming it West Forty Market. You can find all of our locally raised meats at the store!

After being a full time vendor at the Des Moines Farmers Market and offering delivery around the metro, Teresa (their daughter) decided to open her own retail store in Ankeny, IA in May 2021. West Forty Market is located in Uptown Ankeny and features over 120 cuts of beef, pork, chicken, bison, lamb and turkey - all raised on local Iowa farms and butchered in Iowa. We also feature over a dozen local products, including pasta, rubs, sauces and honey.

Grass-fed, grain-finished and raised with love and care ... we are confident you'll enjoy the amazing flavor and tenderness of our meats!

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315 SW Maple Street Suite D Ankeny, IA 50023

Phone

515-664-6100

Hours

Mon - Wed: 10am - 5pm Thursday: 10am - 6pm Friday: 10am - 5pm Saturday: 10am - 2pm Sunday: 10am - 2pm

Orders Shipped:

Orders shipped Mon - Wed each week.

Pick-Up Options

Pick-up at our Ankeny or Greene locations. Ankeny: 315 SW Maple St, Suite D Ankeny, IA 50023 Greene: 107 E Traer St Greene, IA 50636

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Farm-Fresh Whole Chicken Delivered to Your Door

Whole Chicken Near Me

Nothing says comfort food like a whole chicken. Perfect for roasting, grilling, or slow-cooking, our farm-fresh whole chickens come directly from trusted local farmers and butchers. Whether you’re cooking Sunday dinner, meal-prepping for the week, or making homemade stock, a whole chicken gives you maximum versatility and flavor.

Where to buy Whole Chicken

Big Bluff Ranch - Red Bluff, California: Pasture raised, organic chicken, shipping nationwide!

Fun Facts About Whole Chickens

  • A whole chicken typically weighs between 3–5 pounds, making it ideal for family meals or leftovers.

  • Buying a whole bird is often more economical than individual cuts, while still offering all the same great flavor.

  • Every part of the chicken can be used — from juicy roasted meat to rich, nourishing broth made with the bones.

Cooking Ideas

  • Roast: Classic oven-roasted chicken with herbs and veggies. Crispy skin + juicy meat.

  • Grill/Rotisserie: Slow-grilled or rotisserie-style for smoky flavor and tender meat.

  • Slow Cooker: Add seasoning and let it cook low and slow for fall-apart tenderness.

  • Homemade Stock: Simmer bones and leftovers for nutrient-rich chicken broth.

Nutritional Benefits

  • High in protein to keep you energized.

  • Provides essential nutrients like niacin, selenium, phosphorus, and B vitamins.

  • Skin-on chickens offer healthy fats that boost flavor and satiety.

Cooking Temperatures

  • Cook a whole chicken to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).

  • Always check the thickest part of the thigh (without touching the bone) for accuracy.

Meat Delivery with ChopLocal

Order a whole chicken directly from local farmers and butchers through ChopLocal. Enjoy farm-fresh quality, unbeatable flavor, and the convenience of home delivery — all while supporting the farmers who raise your food with care.

 

West Forty Reviews
28
5.00
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J
The salad dressing from local farmers Goodness Acres is amazing! And so wholesome! My favorite is the Raspberry Vinaigrette! Toss with their greens and plump, garlicky shrimp..chef’s kiss!! For added treat cut up strawberries! Seriously the best! So glad West Forty Market sells it!
J
Best lamb chops we have had!! Great service, fast shipping, and the personal note inside was top notch! Placing my next order now!
B
The pizza patties have the best flavor. I topped them with pizza sauce and mozzarella cheese. So good!!!
M
Love, love, love West Forty. The quality of everything is amazing and you can literally taste the difference! I no longer buy any meat from the grocery store and only from West Forty!
A
Best products, service and quality! Thank you! We're enjoying our delivery from last week.
S
This is one of my favorites!! And it has a sweet maple flavor and is wonderful in my egg casseroles
S
Love West Forty, I ordered through Choplocal. Great selection and terrific tasting meat.
B
You can't beat this meat!
J
LOVE West Forty! Consistent, quality products and super helpful service.
A
Absolutely love West Forty. Quality, local meats at a great price. Can’t beat their products, and I recommend to anyone looking to support local and who want to know where their meat is coming from.
D
Just smoked and reverse my first Picanha this evening. I finally found a cut of beef that I like more than tri-tip.
C
Overall, a great experience.
M
Far and away the best ground beef I have ever purchased, I refuse to buy it anywhere else now that I have been to West Forty!
B
I love being able to order products from West Forty Market in Ankeny through ChopLocal. I appreciate the coupons that are offered and all of the different local farmers that participate. I always find lots of great things to buy.
C
Thank you for the continued amazing jerky and awesome service. I don’t say this lightly. I hold businesses to a high standard and unfortunately not many achieve it. Great family business that I pray continues for long time. God Bless
N
This Porterhouse was an Amazing price of meat. Cooked on my pellet grill until Med. Rare.
Excited to make another order!
M
Fantastic service today during my first visit, and the hamburger was by far the best I've ever had. Thank you for taking care of myself and my friend!
M
So many awesome kinds of Beef Sticks! And the absolute best caring customer service!!!
A
Great meat selection at a fair price! love that they also take special orders.
K
Absolutely delicious fresh, local meat. Five stars, would definitely recommend!!!
S
Stopped in and purchased a few things! Steaks were amazing!!! My favorite was the Bison Burgers!! 10/10 I will be back! Great staff as well!
B
I bought two New York strips and made in my air fryer!!! Absolutely delicious!
C
We just picked up a meat bundle from WestForty and plan to grill out this weekend! Many friends have recommended their meat. It’s from my hometown of Greene , Iowa ! We had a great chat with Teresa . She is so small town friendly and personable .I know she and west forty Meat Market will be an asset to the uptown area !
C
Easy to work with, excellent communication throughout the process. I purchased a 1/4 cow and now had beef sticks shipped to me since I can’t find any locally as good as theirs. Definitely recommend! Thanks for being so great to work with!
S
great products. the beat meat we have had. great people to work with.
D
High quality meat that tastes delicious! Highly recommend!
N
Just got our first beef from you guys! It was delicious, and the service was great! Will be back! Thank you!
A
Just cooked the bacon for breakfast and wow, delicious!
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