If you’re interested in a girl, sooner or later, you’ll have to ask her out. While you have plenty of options, asking a girl out to dinner is a clear-cut sign that you’re interested in her. In this article, we’ll be going over first date etiquette, and how to ask a girl out properly.
Is Dinner the Right Move?
First, consider whether a dinner is the best option for you.
While dinner is a classic date, it’s also pretty formal. Keep in mind that dinner may be too strong, especially for a first date. Still, if you want to make a strong impression about how you feel, maybe dinner is the move.
Many great relationships start with more casual dates like coffee or even just a walk in the park. Dates like this are more casual and may allow you to both be a bit more relaxed.
Whatever you decide upon, choose a venue where you can talk and get to know each other. While movies may seem like a good date idea, they don’t allow you to talk much. The same goes for loud clubs or concerts!
How to Plan a Dinner Date
If you decide that dinner is your best option, be sure you do it right. Before asking someone out to dinner, have a plan in place.
Start by thinking about where you want to go. We recommend choosing a nice restaurant without being too formal. It’s always a good idea to go somewhere you’ve been before so you know what to expect. Still, there’s nothing wrong with trying something new together either!
Also, have a date and time in place for when you ask. It’s always good to appear confident and put together when asking a girl out! You can always adjust this according to her schedule.
Once you’ve decided on a place it’s time to ask. Try to ask her in person if possible in a private setting. If you’re talking online, there’s nothing wrong with doing this over text. Ask if she’d like to go out to dinner with you at the restaurant you chose. If she says yes, congratulations! If she says no, don’t be too hard on yourself – at least you tried!
If you do make plans, be sure to call the restaurant and make a reservation. While this might not be necessary depending on what day you go, it’s never a bad idea. Be sure to call ahead if it’s a popular restaurant, especially on the weekend.
You can also offer to pick her up for your date. Some women may not want a ride, especially on a first date. It’s still courteous to ask though!
From here, just stay calm, be yourself, and enjoy yourself! Remember that dates should be fun, so try not to worry too much.
Conclusion
While dinner dates may not always be the best option, they’re a great way to show someone you’re interested in them. Be sure to do all the planning and call ahead to make a reservation. This will help you appear more confident! We wish you the best of luck on your date!
