I don't think it's safe or classy to be drunk on the first date, but I see nothing wrong with having a drink. Plus the first few dates are about getting to know someone and whether you like them. How you can you determine that intoxicated? There will be plenty of time to stay up drinking and watching X-file episodes later when you've made sure he's not a serial killer.

A drink or two is okay. Anything beyond that will probably become a problem.

I don't see a problem with it, as long you're not getting sloppy or anything.

1 drink would be my limit on a first date because I want to be able to take care of myself - I'm tipsy with 2 and drunk with 3!

princess, I'm the same way. One would be enough for me!

I think one drink or two is okay. Just as long as you don't end up like that girl in that video! Wow, I felt bad for that guy.

Wow, I can't believe she got that drunk BEFORE dinner. I feel so bad for the guy.
I limit myself to one aperitif before dinner, and that's it. You should never ever get drunk on a first date.

I think first dates are a lot easier with some alcohol. But moderation is key. one or two is plenty. that girl is just ridiculous, poor guy.

Not for me. I'd stick with coffee.

just one

You should always be aware of your tolerance level.

If you cannot handle alcohol..Dont drink!!!!

as with most of you, i think one or two drinks is acceptable. i just don't see how that would be any fun to be drunk on a date at all, especially if you're still calling the two of you going out "a date" because obviously you're not very deep into it yet.

i wouldn't want to drink on a first date because it would get really messy. i would wait for the 3rd or fourth date.

I think that girl probably would've been a b*tch regardless if she had been drinking.

WOWZA. I agree with most 1 or 2 but more than that you might just get sloppy! But then again it depends on how much can drink!

I think one drink is ok - two is pushing it. I remember seeing that episode of Blind Date.

Having a few drinks is okay-any more than that and you're probably pushing it. I'd have to agree that getting drunk on the first date is definitely not the best impression to make.

As for me, no. I only drink around those I'm comfortable with.

Moderation is the key!

If you drink, then have a glass of wine, a beer, a shot of tequila, a margarita. Just not ALL of them [at least not until *after* the date, anyway]!

I agree with K is for Kait.

i find that drinking is essential on a first date!!! they are so awkward! i mean obviously dont get drunk but a couple drinks so you can ease up defintely makes things a little more comfortable, for me at least! never order more drinks than your date though

Three words popped into my mind: Drink with CAUTION. The last thing you want to do is to be drunk on a first date. I agree, one or two drinks max.

I doubt that this drunken behavior
would be any more appealing on date # 20.

One drink with dinner is okay. Any more than that and it can get out of hand. You don't want the guy to think he can get you drunk, if ya know what I mean.

Depends on where you go for the date. But, one (or even two) drinks is fine. Just don't get trashed!

If you know you can't handle alcohol, it's best to leave it alone. But I don't see anything wrong with it if you know and respect your own limits. Don't make yourself look like a fool.

as long as you know your limit and don't out-drink him.

Nothing wrong with a drink or two.

i think a glass or two at dinner is alright especially if the guy is drinking as well. don't drink enough to change your personality or to get drunk. first dates are supposed to be low key and you're supposed to be getting to know eachother.

my own rule is a glass of wine to loosen up and get the jitters to mellow. But no more than a glass or else i'll be too relaxed lol.