About J&M Meat Market
J&M Meat Market might be new to the Lincoln downtown square.
But owners Terry and Robin McClallen have roots in retail food businesses that go back decades.
Terry grew up in central Illinois where his parents owned three grocery stores: two in the Pekin area and one in San Jose. Terry learned to cut meat in the family stores, and he and Robin moved to Logan County in 1984 to manage the San Jose store.
In 1988, Robin began working at Kroger and served as the deli manager for 13 years. She then became the first manager of the Russell Stover’s shop and led it successfully for 8 years before retiring in 2009. Meanwhile, Terry built a career in the software industry at Integrity Data until he retired in 2021.
But they’ve always loved small business and especially food businesses. After months of thinking and planning, they decided to “unretire” in 2023 to open J&M Meat Market.
J&M Meat Market fulfills the McClallen’s twofold dream and vision:
Making healthy and delicious farm-fresh food easily accessible to the people of Lincoln and Logan County
Participating in a vibrant business community that wants to see the town thrive economically and culturally
A friend to farmers, the McClallens are striving to create an even larger market and become a trusted source for local meat producers and farmers, who they consider to be the backbone of our nation's economy.
Terry and Robin are thrilled to serve you, Lincoln, and the surrounding communities.
They hope you’ll discover the J&M difference for yourself: Quality, Family, Community.
My family loved all the meat, and also the deli purchases. Great service!! We look forward to coming back. Heather M.
This place is a great shop. Cindy W.
I tried some ribeyes and the sandwich lunches from J and M today and they were so good! Highly recommend! Abby E.
Meet Our Partners
The Bittner family has been in the involved in the “Meat Processing Industry” since 1977 when Scott’s father, Terry Bittner, established the Chenoa Locker. Scott and Terry have a combined experience of over 49 years. This experience contributes to the highest quality products there is to offer.
In 2005 Bittner’s Meat Company became the only “processing facility” in the state of Illinois to receive its Organic Processing Certificate.
Bittner’s Meat Company deals directly with local organic pastures; therefore, all of Bittner’s organic meat is locally raised. Scott, as well as his staff, takes pride in all of their products. Therefore, every item that leaves Bittner’s Meat Company has a 100% guarantee.
Little Blue’s Farm products are all-natural, hormone and steroid-free, cage-free, crate-free, with no daily antibiotics. They are small enough to take care of all of their animals on a personal level, yet large enough to offer some of the best products in the market.
Their wide selection of products, including beef, pork, chicken, and turkey is second to none. And they make customer service their number one priority.