The first date is the most crucial date and also the most awkward. You never know what to expect and will probably be nervous the whole time. You want to make a great impression and avoid scaring that guy or girl off.
The awkwardness of the first date can be eased based on where you have that date. Here are a few places that are complete no go-zones for your first date.
A bar/club
Most people meet in clubs these days, but that’s not an excuse to have your first date at a bar or club. The reason being there is bound to be alcohol. And we all know how alcohol can impair our judgement. You don’t want to end up drunk and have to be carried out. Or maybe you are one of those people who grinds up on everyone once they drink. Bars are definitely not where you want to go on your first date. There is also the fact that the place is noisy so you probably won’t pay attention to each other.
The movies
Movies are a great place for a date. Just not the first date. That first date sets precedence to get to know each other. You don’t know what movies she likes and vice versa. There is no way you will pick the right one to watch. Have the date elsewhere and once you get to know each other, you can decide on a movie together.
A comedy show
It doesn’t matter how much you love Churchill or Night of a Thousand Laughs, please do not make that your first date. We all have a different sense of humor, A comedy show is not for everyone. What happens if your date is the kind of person who gets a joke 5 minutes later? Or maybe they think the jokes are immature or too crude. He/she might just end up hating your taste and they type of company you keep.
Your house/her house
Don’t you think having a girl come over to your house is a little to suggestive that all you want is sex? It doesn’t matter if you are a great cook, that first date in your house will be awkward. That is your territory and she might be too busy judging your furniture to enjoy herself. Then you might just show her around and once you point out the bedroom, all hell breaks loose.
Her house is also not an option as she will probably consider you a cheap guy since you didn’t want to go out. Or maybe she will end up cooking a horrible meal since she’s so nervous trying to impress you.
Avoid each other’s house till much later on in the relationship.
The first date is about getting to know each other. Pick a venue that will allow you to do this in privacy and comfort. A picnic, coffee date or dinner at a proper restaurant will do just fine for a first date. Once you know each other, you can throw in these other places since you will know each others like/dislikes.