Best of McAlester, OK
Known for being the county seat of Pittsburg County
About McAlester
McAlester is a city in and the county seat of Pittsburg County, Oklahoma. As of 2020 it had a population of 18,171. The town was named after James Jackson "J. J." McAlester, an early settler who later became lieutenant governor of Oklahoma; his marriage to Rebecca Burney, daughter of a full‑blood Chickasaw family, made him a citizen of the Chickasaw Nation.
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Spaceship Earth Coffee
Spaceship Earth Coffee is a café located at 345 East Choctaw Avenue.
View details →Best Hotels in McAlester
10 places · Where to stay, from budget-friendly to boutique.
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Econo Lodge McAlester
Econo Lodge McAlester is a hotel located at 731 South George Nigh Expressway.
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Hampton Inn & Suites McAlester
Hampton Inn & Suites McAlester is located at 711 South George Nigh Expressway.
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La Quinta Inn & Suites
La Quinta Inn & Suites is a hotel located at 1137 South George Nigh Expressway.
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AmericInn by Wyndham McAlester
AmericInn by Wyndham McAlester is a hotel located at 609 South George Nigh Expressway.
Best Restaurants in McAlester
10 places · Where to eat, from neighborhood staples to standout kitchens.
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Captain John’s
Captain John’s serves a mix of seafood, steak house, and American dishes at 1216 South George Nigh Expressway.
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Adelita's Mexican Restaurant
Adelita's Mexican Restaurant serves Mexican cuisine at 1710 East Carl Albert Parkway.
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Pete's Place
Pete's Place serves Italian cuisine with pizza and beer options at 120 South 8th Street West.
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El Zocalo Mexican Restaurant
El Zocalo Mexican Restaurant offers authentic Mexican dishes in a lively atmosphere.
Best Cafés & Coffee in McAlester
4 places · Coffee shops, roasters and casual spots to linger.
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Spaceship Earth Coffee
Spaceship Earth Coffee is a café located at 345 East Choctaw Avenue.
Best Shops in McAlester
3 places · Independent boutiques, bookstores and places to browse.
Best Parks & Outdoors in McAlester
3 places · Green space, gardens and room to breathe.
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Chadick Park
Chadick Park offers a spacious green area for picnics, sports, and leisurely strolls. The park features walking paths, open lawns, and playground equipment suitable for families.
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