What's a good first date activity when the date is with someone you haven't met in person before?

honestly, meeting someone for the first time is going to be awkward no matter what..especially if there is potential for romantic feelings. i would say your best bet is to go to a simple restaurant like Not Your Average Joes or maybe ***** Last Resort or a pub or something. that way you can just talk and get to know eachother but there are plently of people and action going on around you so you don't feel isolated or threathened. anywhere that you can talk and shoot the **** is perfect.