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The best spa in Houston for your kind of day: Trellis, Post Oak and Four Seasons hotel spas, Korean spas Gangnam and Spa World, and couples' picks.

The best fried chicken in Houston, from Frenchy's in the Third Ward to Nashville hot tenders and late-night Korean wings, plus a five-stop checklist.

The best tacos in Houston by style: breakfast tacos, al pastor and trompo, barbacoa, birria and the original tacos al carbon, plus a one-day taco crawl.

The best Italian restaurants in Houston, from the original Carrabba's on Kirby to handmade pasta at Coltivare and Tony's seven-course tasting menu.

The best sandwiches in Houston: Antone's po'boys, Roostar banh mi, Italian subs, Cubans, tortas and an eight-decker deli sandwich, plus a checklist.

Ice skating in Houston, from the Galleria's glass-roofed rink to Discovery Green's outdoor winter ice, plus prices, toddler tips and where to curl.

Date night in Houston beyond dinner: a free sunset Skyspace, stargazing, the symphony, a 1926 cistern, ice skating and free and cheap date ideas.

The best playgrounds in Houston, from Hermann Park's 45-foot rocket slide to free splash pads, toddler zones, shady nature play and a packing list.

The best arcade in Houston for every crowd: Cidercade's free play, a 21+ retro night at Joystix, pinball, boutique bowling and family centers.

Line dancing in Houston: dance halls with free two-step and line-dance lessons, 18+ nights, what to wear, and a first-night checklist.

The best buffet Houston offers: Indian lunch buffets, Brazilian steakhouses, Asian all-you-can-eat and Sunday brunch buffets, plus a week-long buffet plan.

Things to do with teens in Houston: Meow Wolf, escape rooms, ninja courses, bouldering, go-karts, indoor skydiving and a few free ideas, plus a day plan.