Worst First Date Foods

June 13, 2009

  1. BBQ Ribs
    Having your date watch you gnaw and tear a bone while getting covered in bbq sauce is not the best first impression. Wait until the 3rd date and then enjoy!

  2. Hot Wings
    Ditto on the hot wings, they get everywhere and look a little too carnivorous for an early date.

  3. Crab
    While it’s not as gruesome as tearing the flesh off of a chicken bone, the mess that can be made on both you AND your date (flying particles) makes this a no-no.

  4. Lobster
    Sounds romantic, tastes great, almost as messy as crab.

  5. Spaghetti
    Spaghetti seems innocent enough, until you end up flicking sauce all over your chin, shirt, tablecloth, and date. In the mood for pasta? Try the ravioli.

  6. Tacos
    Do you really want your date to watch you crunch and drop chunks of food after every bite? As a bonus, you’ll probably need to reconstruct the taco with your hands. Avoid.

  7. Chili
    Rates OK on the eatability scale, but do I really have to explain why this is a bad idea?

  8. Hamburgers
    "If it doesn't get all over the place, it doesn't belong in your face". So true, avoid.

  9. Salad
    Guaranteed to annoy your date because, let's face it, salads aren't a real meal. Guaranteed to annoy him even more when you pick at his food.

  10. Corn on the Cob or Broccoli
    Two of the most dangerous sides. Corn-on-the-cob is messier and is more likely to get stuck in your teeth, but when broccoli gets wedged in there even the guy in the back can see it. Try the mashed potatoes, peas, or green beans.