One of the great thinks about Texas weather is that it stays warm long enough to really enjoy some fall outdoor dining.  So get some fresh air and good times on one of these College Station great outdoor patios.

La Bodega Baja Taco Bar

Don’t let the name fool you. La Bodega is far removed from the madness of College Station’s bars, yet close enough to wander in and have the best Baja, California-style meal in town. La Bodega has one of College Station’s few covered patios, so weather isn’t as big a concern, and the patio is pet friendly. Check it out for its blend of colorful spiciness and laid-back charm.

 

Grub Burger Bar

Again, don’t let the name fool you. Grub is not a trendy hangout, nor is it a meeting ground for college kids. The…

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Everyone knows that two of the biggest reasons cities and towns everywhere prosper and grow are education and job growth. Well, welcome to College Station, home of Texas A&M University (also affectionately known as Aggieland) and some of the state’s top job growth. When you see the numbers, it’s no surprise why the Houston Chronicle named College Station No. 7 on its list of most prosperous cities in Texas and why Fox and Hounds (despite being out in California) ranked College Station one of America’s best college towns/mid-sized cities for growth.

According to Fox and Hounds, TAMU’s 56,000-student presence has sparked major growth in the information and business services sectors, where employment since 2008 have expanded 18.2 percent and 14.2 percent,…

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