I was on a blind date the other night and things were going wonderful. Until dinner was served. Then this bright, atttractive, successful doctor suddenly became Mr. Hyde. His table manners were atrocious! He talked with his mouth full, he smacked his mouth and slurped, salad dressing dripped down his chin. I wanted to gag. It was so embarrassing. He wants to see me again. Should I see him as long as I never have to watch him eat again, or just let him down easy? Otherwise, he was funny, charming, attentive and a gentleman.
2006-08-10 15:30:18 · 15 answers · asked by Emm 6 in Society & Culture ➔ Etiquette
In regards to kingflukert's ugly response: It was dutch treat, so I don't owe him anything.
2006-08-10 18:06:15 · update #1
What do you have to lose? Tell him that you had a nice time, you find him funny, charming, and attentive but, that you love to eat out at restaurants but you weren't at all impressed with his table manners.
2006-08-10 16:18:37 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 2⤊ 0⤋
I have to wonder if he KNEW good manners and just didn't practice them. What then would be his motive for that? Maybe he was resentful for being set up on a blind date, uncomfortable about the blind date, whether he didn't like you for ANY imagined reason, whatever. See if he calls you for another date. Maybe he's thinking that, because he's a doctor, and because of the laws of supply and demand, that he can do anything he wants. Yeah, try a non-meal date before another meal date. If his eating manners haven't improved during that date, gently explain to him that you don't want to date him further if he doesn't eat in a socially acceptable manner. If he asks you to elaborate, give him pointers and details. Good luck!
2006-08-11 05:21:39 · answer #2 · answered by ponysense 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
this was no blind date u seen everything staight-up ,take this as a comfort thing he must have felt comfy with you to behave like that , his persona sounds great do u want to let a chow down ruin what could be a great thing without food you go girl most men do'nt even realize whats up the world is to busy to slow down for minor things like how u could gross out people eating. They just want to eat !
2006-08-10 23:31:01 · answer #3 · answered by yvette b 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If things are going well other wise I'd talk to him about table manners. If he feels insulted, you've lost nothing if you can't stand the thought of ever eating with him again.
2006-08-11 01:05:50 · answer #4 · answered by Classy Granny 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
i think if you dont feel comfortable around him to let hiim down easy but if you feel comfortable with him then go out with him again. Everyone has flaws and this is his. You did say he was funny, Charmining, attenive and a gentlemen. I personally would date him again. See if he gets better table manners.
2006-08-10 23:01:05 · answer #5 · answered by lcip 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
If "he was funny, charming, attentive and a gentleman" except that he was a messy eater, that's a sign he's a great lover.
Test that theory-let's hear back.
2006-08-11 19:01:22 · answer #6 · answered by Hermit 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I think I would have belched out my abc's to return the favor and let him see what he looked like, not really, going to the bathroom and calling a cab sounds like the easy way out
2006-08-11 00:45:49 · answer #7 · answered by marquita 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you don't like him just because of his bad manners at the table, then take him to the place where you don't have to eat anything, like cinema or theater.
2006-08-11 03:35:09 · answer #8 · answered by Adri 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Is his eating the only flaw?
Do you think he would change it?
Go on a date where you are sure you won't eat. Evaluate him again. If you want him, then work on correcting his eating habits around you. If he won't adapt then leave him.
2006-08-11 00:34:38 · answer #9 · answered by Think.for.your.self 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Actually I want to add to the first answer, Yes ,go to the bathroom, call a cab and split!
2006-08-10 22:59:55 · answer #10 · answered by Jodygirl 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋