Century Square: A Vibrant Hub in College Station

When people talk about the “hub” of College Station, they aren’t just talking about Texas A&M University. For many locals, Century Square is where food, entertainment, and Aggie spirit all come together in one vibrant destination. Located just across from Texas A&M’s main entrance, this lively development has become a favorite gathering spot for students, alumni, residents, and visitors alike. Century Square is an exciting mixed-use destination adjacent to Texas A&M University in College Station, Texas. Redefining the Brazos Valley, Century Square creates a dynamic community center where people congregate from across the region to experience a walkable, urban destination.

Whether you’re meeting friends before an Aggie football game, looking for an upscale dinner, or just spending a sunny afternoon outdoors, Century Square offers the kind of variety you can’t find anywhere else in Aggieland.

A Premier District: The Development Overview

Century Square is a 60-acre, mixed-use development that creates a premier district for the community to connect in an active, urban setting. It is the first of its kind in the Bryan-College Station area and breathes new life into a space with premier retail, local dining, and two boutique hotels tied together by an activated central gathering space. Century Square also features sophisticated, urban residential options with 100 Park. The innovative design has helped Century Square become a destination for the wider university community, residents, and visitors to the Brazos Valley region. Century Square is leased by Rebel Retail and managed by Cushman & Wakefield.

Dining: From Game Day Grub to Gourmet Evenings

Century Square’s restaurant lineup feels like a curated tour of flavors-local favorites mixed with destination dining experiences.

Hopdoddy Burger Bar - Known for its fresh-ground burgers, craft beer, and addictive Truffle Fries, Hopdoddy is a casual go-to for pre- or post-game bites. On busy weekends, lines form fast, so plan ahead.
PORTERS Dining + Bar - If you’re celebrating a special occasion, PORTERS is where you go. Their wood-fired steaks, Gulf Coast seafood, and the signature Smoked Old Fashioned cocktail make it one of the city’s premier dining experiences.
Sweet Paris Crêperie & Café - When Midway shared their vision for the development in the College Station area, we could instantly see how special it was going to be. Perfect for brunch or a leisurely afternoon treat, Sweet Paris offers both savory crêpes (try the Chicken & Mushroom) and sweet options like Nutella & Banana.
Piada Italian Street Food - A great choice for a quick but flavorful meal, Piada serves Italian-style flatbreads, pastas, and fresh salads like the colorful Farmers Market Salad.
Looking for something lighter? Harvest Coffee Bar has you covered with locally roasted coffee, fresh pastries, and a relaxed atmosphere that transitions seamlessly into an evening hangout spot.

Entertainment & Nightlife

Century Square isn’t just about eating-it’s a place to spend the entire day.

Star Cinema Grill - This dine-in theater combines blockbuster movies with table service, gourmet food, and craft cocktails. It’s a local favorite for date nights and family outings alike.
The Canteen Bar & Grill at The George - With live music, trivia nights, and a whiskey list that impresses even the most seasoned connoisseurs, The Canteen is one of the most lively spots in town.
Outdoor Events on The Green - Century Square regularly hosts live music, outdoor movies, yoga classes, and Aggie football watch parties. On game weekends, the crowd’s energy can rival the tailgate scene at Kyle Field.
If your night runs late, nearby 1791 Whiskey Bar offers a more intimate setting for after-dinner drinks.

A Local’s Guide to Navigating Century Square

Parking & Crowds - Parking garages are available, but they can fill quickly on weekends and Aggie game days. Free street parking is available daily until 11 AM. After that, parking is available in the surface lot at posted rates. Meters are located throughout the property with easy-to-use on-screen instructions (card only). Guests can also use Mobile Pay by scanning the LAZ Go QR code on signage throughout the property. Parking rates vary on TAMU home football game days. Ride-sharing or hotel shuttles are popular alternatives.
Best Times to Visit - For a quieter experience, try weekday afternoons. For full-on energy and people-watching, come during an Aggie home game weekend.

Family-Friendly Fun

Century Square is just as appealing for families as it is for students and professionals. The splash pad and open lawn areas give kids space to run, and many restaurants offer kids’ menus. On warmer days, families bring picnic blankets and enjoy ice cream from Lick Honest Ice Creams while listening to live music. Pro Tip: Midweek evenings sometimes feature kids-eat-free specials at select restaurants.

Security and Safety

At Century Square, your safety is our top priority. We have security personnel patrolling the property to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for all our guests. Proper attire, including shoes and shirts, must be worn at all times. Century Square has created this security and privacy statement in order to communicate its commitment to respecting your privacy and to ethical behavior. This site contains a number of links to other sites. We collect this information to determine how many visitors we have to our webpages and to improve the usability of our systems. When you disclose personal information to us, it is kept confidential. We protect our site with security measures including change control procedures, passwords and physical access controls.

Residential Options: 100 Park

Can students live at 100 Park? 100 Park is a 21 and older community within Century Square and students under 21 will not be permitted to sign a lease.
Visit 100parkliving.com, select a unit and click APPLY. If you have any questions regarding the location of the unit feel free to call 979.571.PARK.
100 Park is a Pet-Friendly Community that provides a wonderful place to live not only for you, but also your pet. 100 Park allows cats and dogs and accepts a maximum of two pets per home.

Photography on Site

Yes, you must first fill out the photography authorization form. All professional photographers on-site will be asked for their authorization receipt and will be asked to leave if they do not have one.

How Century Square Fits Into the Bigger College Station Scene

Century Square’s location makes it easy to pair with other local favorites. It’s just minutes from The Dixie Chicken in Northgate, a Texas A&M institution, and a short drive to Midtown Park for outdoor recreation. Out-of-town visitors often stay at The George, Century Square’s boutique hotel, which blends Texas hospitality with upscale comfort.

Midway: The Developers

Our purpose is to create enduring investments and remarkable places that enrich people’s lives. Houston-based Midway is a privately owned, fully integrated real estate investment and development firm that has provided the highest level of quality, service and value to its clients and investors for more than 50 years. The Midway portfolio of projects completed and/or underway consists of approximately 45 million square feet of properties in 23 states and Northern Mexico ranging from mixed-use centers, corporate headquarters, multi-family, entertainment, hospitality, business and industrial parks, and master-planned resort and residential communities.

What's Next?

Exciting things are coming to Century Square. Century Square's is currently in it's first phase of thriving retail, restaurants and office including it's newest additions of I Heart Mac & Cheese and Lucchese Bootmaker. Century Square plans to break ground on its second phase as early as 2021, to include an exciting mix of ground level retail and restaurant concepts!

Why Locals Love It

Variety of dining and nightlife in one walkable space
Frequent community events that bring people together
Close to Texas A&M and downtown Bryan for extended exploring
Mix of national brands and Texas-based businesses

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