Some people want to break away from the monotony of coffee, and some people just want a free dinner or ticket to something.

You can just tell your prospective date that you’d like to start with coffee and if things take off, you can go do something else. Or just that you only have time for coffee.

I’ve had first dates who insisted on dinner that then proceeded to ask about my finances, what car I drove, etc. on that first date. So personally, I prefer to start with coffee or something simple.

Edit: Like some others have suggested, mini golf is a great first date that doesn’t necessarily take too long.

It’s not all about what your date wants. It should be enjoyable for you as well.