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I Asked 18 Guys What Their Ideal First Date Would Be And Some Answers Might Surprise You

Clear your calendar for lots of beach dates ladies.

Marissa Chappell

Nov 06, 2020

College of Charleston

2015

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First dates are always the hardest. It feels like there's so much pressure to be an interesting person, while at the same time trying to connect with the other person.

Since you may not know each other all too well before the first date, where to bring your partner may seem like a daunting task. While we often focus on what a woman's ideal first date would look like, here are 18 guys with their input on that question.

"I would say a nice seafood dinner on the water at around sunset with a bottle of white wine."

Just name the place and I'm there.

"So my ideal first date would be one that starts at a restaurant with outdoor seating- I also wouldn't mind a picnic. Really anything involving the outdoors, as it takes a lot of the pressure off that would be present with going into a restaurant."

man and woman sitting on blue textile beside brown wicker picnic basketPhoto by Tim Collins on Unsplash

Going out to dinner can sometimes cause anxiety so I would agree, sometimes its nice to plan everything on your own. You bring the pasta and I'll bring the brownies.

"First date would be a nice evening out with dinner and at least 1 fun activity (mini golf, comedy club, etc.)"

I recommend going to Top Golf or a museum in your area. You'd be surprised how many cities have cheap mini amusement parks. Definitely something to look into.

"Sex."

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We all saw this one coming...

"Definitely dinner and a sunset."

I love these too, especially at the beach.

"A long walk."

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See if you have any trails or lakes in your area! Go walking somewhere new and make new discoveries together. Walks also allow lots of time for talking and getting to know each other.

"That's easy. Hiking, a bottle of wine, and watching the sunset."

Who knew boys were all about the vino?

"Going out on a boat for the day, packing lunch and checking out some cool stuff on the water."

photo of people riding power boatPhoto by Maxi am Brunnen on Unsplash

If you got the boat, I'll bring the lunch.

"I like to be wined and dined."

This is for all my hard working women. Show him who's boss.

"A trip to the beach."

man carrying woman beside seashorePhoto by Allen Taylor on Unsplash

I love living near the beach were this is even an option!

"Going to a baseball game."

Or any sport. Hockey games can be a great date night!

"Rooftop dining."

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Nothing is better than a beautiful view with a beautiful person. There are many options in Charleston as well!

"My ideal first date would be we go to her favorite restaurant, I talk but not as much as I listen to her. We drink and eat and enjoy the night. We then walk around our city just talking and occasionally entering a cool place or bar. We end up at a bench at the battery, the moonlight being the only light that shines. Put my arm around her and kiss her."

I love the detail. Would you be surprised if I told you this was from a frat brother?

"Going to an entertainment event (sports game or movie)."

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I can't wait to go to a movie again after everything with COVID settles down.

"I feel like that's hard to answer because an ideal first date depends on the person."

That's a sweet sentiment.

"Doing something out on the water like water diving, fishing, or paddle-boarding."

man in black shirt and black shorts riding on boat during sunsetPhoto by Nick Fewings on Unsplash

If you live somewhere where you can rent kayaks or paddle-boards, this is perfect date for a sunny day!

"My ideal first date would be something very simple like first dates should be, a nice dinner where duck must be on the menu. Afterwards throw in a little scenic car ride and maybe surprise her with a few blankets and a bottle of wine at the beach for sunset."

I second the duck sentiment, I love duck dishes.

"Since Christmas is around the corner I would say going to see Christmas lights and a romantic candlelight dinner."

shallow photography of man hugging woman outdoorsPhoto by freestocks on Unsplash

Yes! Who else can't wait for all those holiday dates!?

I hope this list not only gave you ideas of what our men consider the perfect first date, but also maybe offered some new creative date ideas for you and your boo.

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I Asked 18 Guys What Their Ideal First Date Would Be And Some Answers Might Surprise You

Clear your calendar for lots of beach dates ladies.

"I would say a nice seafood dinner on the water at around sunset with a bottle of white wine."

"So my ideal first date would be one that starts at a restaurant with outdoor seating- I also wouldn't mind a picnic. Really anything involving the outdoors, as it takes a lot of the pressure off that would be present with going into a restaurant."

"First date would be a nice evening out with dinner and at least 1 fun activity (mini golf, comedy club, etc.)"

"Sex."

"Definitely dinner and a sunset."

"A long walk."

"That's easy. Hiking, a bottle of wine, and watching the sunset."

"Going out on a boat for the day, packing lunch and checking out some cool stuff on the water."

"I like to be wined and dined."

"A trip to the beach."

"Going to a baseball game."

"Rooftop dining."

"Going to an entertainment event (sports game or movie)."

"I feel like that's hard to answer because an ideal first date depends on the person."

"Doing something out on the water like water diving, fishing, or paddle-boarding."

"My ideal first date would be something very simple like first dates should be, a nice dinner where duck must be on the menu. Afterwards throw in a little scenic car ride and maybe surprise her with a few blankets and a bottle of wine at the beach for sunset."

"Since Christmas is around the corner I would say going to see Christmas lights and a romantic candlelight dinner."

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The Best Lines from the Fab Four

And in the end, the love you take is equal to the love you make

The sun is up, the sky is blue, it's beautiful and so are you

Love is old, love is new, love is all, love is you

There's nowhere you can be that isn't where you're meant to be

Life is very short, and there's no time for fussing and fighting, my friend

He say, "I know you, you know me", One thing I can tell you is you got to be free

Oh please, say to me, You'll let me be your man. And please say to me, You'll let me hold your hand

It was twenty years ago today, Sgt. Pepper taught the band to play. They've been going in and out of style, but they're guaranteed to raise a smile

Living is easy with eyes closed, misunderstanding all you see

Can you hear me? When it rains and shine, it's just a state of mind

Little darling, it's been long cold lonely winter. Little darling, it feels like years since it' s been here. Here comes the sun, Here comes the sun, and I say it's alright

We danced through the night and we held each other tight, and before too long I fell in love with her. Now, I'll never dance with another when I saw her standing there

I love you, I love you, I love you, that's all I want to say

You say you want a revolution. Well you know, we all want to change the world

All the lonely people, where do they all come from. All the lonely people, where do they all belong

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Hey Jude, don't make it bad. Take a sad song and make it better

Yesterday, all my troubles seemed so far away. Now it looks as though they're here to stay. Oh, I believe in yesterday

And when the brokenhearted people, living in the world agree, there will be an answer, let it be.

And anytime you feel the pain, Hey Jude, refrain. Don't carry the world upon your shoulders

I'll give you all I got to give if you say you'll love me too. I may not have a lot to give but what I got I'll give to you. I don't care too much for money. Money can't buy me love

All you need is love, love is all you need

Whisper words of wisdom, let it be

Blackbird singing in the dead of night, Take these broken wings and learn to fly. All your life, You were only waiting for this moment to arise

Though I know I'll never lose affection, for people and things that went before. I know I'll often stop and think about them. In my life, I love you more

Obviously the best superpower.

There have been many lessons learned.

1. The importance of traditions.

2. How to be thankful for family and friends.

3. How to give back.

4. What the word "community" really means.

5. That it isn't about the destination, but the journey.

6. The consequences of making bad choices.

7. To trust people, until you have a reason not to.

8. To be welcoming and accepting of everyone.

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10. How to work for what I want.

11. How to be great at giving directions.

12. How to be humble.

13. To be well-rounded.

14. How to be great at conflict resolution.

15. The beauty of getting outside and exploring.

16. To be prepared for anything.

17. That you don't always have to do it alone.

18. How to be creative.

19. To brush off gossip.

I have never been so thankful to know you.

Dealing with the inevitable realities of college life.

Don't freak out

Email the professor

Attend the first class

Keep attending class

Have a backup plan

Remember that everything works out at the end

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