Go for it if you don't care what she thinks.

>>16614573
yeah it seems fine, it shouldnt make a bad impression and she should understamd that its good to use it

I don't really see what's wrong with it.

It's basically money... Yes.

>>16614573
I would be flattered that you'd be willing to spend the gift card on me.

You do what you think is appropriate and date people who think the same way. Base your decision on the people who end up being left in your dating pool.

If you're that worried maybe say something like you want to use them up, don't go out a lot or eat there much.

It would be bad under normal situation.

BUT

you can spin this into a good thing.
If you specify it from the start that you got a gift card and want to spend it on her then it can be good.
Not only does this make for a nice starter if you are talking about not your gf girl but is a sweet act. It also doesn't make unreasonable expectations of your wealth. Inviting someone to restaurant and then paying with gift cards or something could be embarrassing if the person doesn't know you and expected more.


Hey I got a gift card to X but it's bit too much for just me to eat so I was wondering if you want to come have dinner with me tomorrow.

Or something like that

If she's too superficial to care you're using a gift card then fuck her.

Of course it's fine. It's no big deal.

If you're already in a relationship, or have gone on a few dates, then you should be doing this. My girlfriend would love me to save money wherever I can. It means I'll have more money to spend on the two of us doing other fun stuff later lol. It's fine.

>>16614573
I wouldn't be bothered by it. I don't think you should shout from the rooftops that you have the gift card. Just use it like a normal transaction.

>>16614573
Yes tbqh. I don't think she'll care too much.

>>16614573
Depends on what his/her expectations are. If you tell it in advance then nothing wrong, otherwise you might be perceived as cheap ass

>>16614651

I see where you're coming from, but that last bit is probably a no - it almost makes it seem like the gift card is the reason to ask her out

>>16614573

she probably wont even notice, just play it cool, like you are pulling out your credit card, slip it in the thing, and hand it off. she literally never has to know.

just bring a few ones for tips.

OP here.

Thanks for the replies. She and I work in the same building (not coworkers though) so she knows roughly how much i make (which is next to nothing)

Also, this situation is completely hypothetical. It's not like i'll ever ask her out... but it's nice to know it's not so bad. I don't think i'd ever date anyone where this would be an issue, though...