Tax Day Planner

Updated: March 17, 2008

Whether you got a refund or owe a fortune, find the Houston spots that fit your new budget on April 15.

On this page:Where to Splurge, Where to Save.

Where to Splurge

  1. 1 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended The Texas Gourmet
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    2907 Canal St, Houston, TX 77003 (map)

    Gourmet Texas-style sauces, jellies and more--available online or in select gourmet stores.

  2. 2 3.5 Star Rating: Average Neiman-Marcus
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    2600 Post Oak Blvd, Houston, TX 77056 (map)

    Luxury department store combines haute couture and classic elegance.

  3. 3 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended M Penner
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    1180 Uptown Park Blvd, Houston, TX 77056 (map)

    For men who want to make a fashion statement and, thanks to the IRS, have the means to do so.

  4. 4 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended La Mode Lingerie Inc
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    2013D W Gray St, Houston, TX 77019 (map)

    Sophisticated boutique in the River Oaks Shopping Center for designer lingerie and specializing in custom fitting..

  5. 5 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Elan Day Spa
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    2905 Fannin St, Houston, TX 77002 (map)

    Indulgent environment filled with imported antiques, Italian marble floors and Asian silk curtains.

  6. 6 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Bergamos Spa Retreat-Friendswood
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    313 E Edgewood Dr, Friendswood, TX 77546 (map)

    This slate-laden River Oaks spa features a steam room and dry sauna. Ideal for celebrating that refund check.

Where to Save

  1. 7 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Chocolate Bar
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    1835 W Alabama St, Houston, TX 77098 (map)

    The quirky candy creations made at this Montrose dessert shop are perfect for inexpensive gifts.

  2. 8 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Prince's-Houston's Hometown Burger
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    9535 Katy Fwy, Houston, TX 77024 (map)

  3. 9 Nine West Outlet
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    5135 W Alabama St, Houston, TX 77056 (map)

    Spotted: Sexy two-tone slides $39.99; classic croc pumps in brown $69.

  4. 10 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Old Navy
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    5000 Westheimer Rd Ste 308, Houston, TX 77056 (map)

    Spotted: Maternity rib-knit cotton tank in pink $8; men's corduroy Western shirt $19.50.

  5. 11 4.5 Star Rating: Recommended Alfreda's Cafeteria
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    5101 Almeda Rd, Houston, TX 77004 (map)

  6. 12 5 Star Rating: Highly Recommended Jersey Mike's Subs
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    5819 Kirby Dr, Houston, TX 77005 (map)

    Subway too healthy for you? Then wrap both hands around one of these budget-friendly super-sized bad boys.