Date or Dinner Disaster? Where He Takes You Says It All

This spicy little guide breaks down what his restaurant choice really says about how he feels. From fast food flings to reservation-worthy romance, we’re decoding the dining—and the dating—one meal at a time..

They say actions speak louder than words, but let’s be honest—where he takes you to eat screams everything you need to know. Forget long talks about love languages and attachment styles. Just look at the table. If you're sitting under fluorescent lights clutching a paper-wrapped burger with a Sprite in hand... girl, he doesn’t like you. He was hungry, not romantic. You were the plus-one to his craving, not his crush.

Then there’s the man who brings you to a chaotic pizza joint with two chairs, no plates, and a sign that says “cash only.” He thinks this is charming. It’s giving “Can you hang?” vibes, not “I planned this for you.” Bonus red flag if you had to eat your slice on a curb. Meanwhile, the guy who makes you wait two hours at the trendiest spot in town probably likes you—but not as much as he likes being seen out at the trendiest spot in town.

The biggest offender? The “just come over” guy. No plans, no food, just vibes (and probably a dying plant and a broken remote). If he says, “Let’s chill” and you end up watching him scroll TikTok on his couch while sipping tap water, congratulations: you are now the human equivalent of background noise. On the flip side, if he picks a spot with actual flatware, lighting that doesn’t feel like an interrogation room, and he even made a reservation—you might actually be dealing with a man who’s into you.

So next time you're unsure where you stand, skip the deep analysis and look at the menu. Is it laminated? Does it come with a number? Are you eating off a tray? That’s not a date, that’s a survival scenario. When he likes you, you’ll know—because you’ll be dining, not just eating.