Survey: 73% of Men Say They’d Take a First Date to a Fast-Food Restaurant

More singles are embracing casual, affordable first dates, with about 70% saying they would consider a fast-food restaurant — signaling a shift away from expensive, high-pressure outings toward relaxed environments focused on connection and comfort.

Cost-conscious dating combined with a preference for authentic “vibes” over luxury experiences highlights how changing economic realities and evolving social expectations are reshaping where and how people choose to meet.