Yeah i'de agree with that. I suppose the "candle light dinner" option is a little too formal...Most lady's around my area would probably more enjoy going to a theme park, or bowling.
Let the situation make the conversation...
For 1st dates, I prefer a daytime date. It's less formal, more comfortable, and generally cheaper than an expensive dinner date that you may end up regretting if it doesn't go well. Never EVER try to impress a 1st date by spending alot of money at dinner. This tells them that they can expect that sort of thing from you often, and they will only take advantage of you. Reserve the candle lit dinners for an anniversary. They aren't for first dates.
When I lived in Texas, I used to take a first date to the Cockrell Butterfly Center @ the Houston Museum of Natural Science (if they hadn't been yet). If you're ever in Houston, get by to see it, it's absolutely amazing!
Another option I would use, was packing a picnic basket with a nice bottle of wine, fruits, cheeses, and some fresh French bread - then heading over to a nice quiet park to get to know each other. If the date goes well, I could always take her to dinner (keep the meal below $100), because the fruits & cheeses haven't spoiled her appetite. If not, I'm only out $25 for a bottle of wine and the snacks.
My all time favorite 1st date, is to take a hands on cooking class for couples. It's fun, you get to eat what you make, and I've never had one fail to impress my date. I guarantee she will tell all her friends about how awesome it was the next day (unless you ruin the mood - stay confident and positive). Ask your local kitchen supply shop where classes are being held. You're almost guaranteed a 2nd date with this option. (early evening courses are best)
Avoid art museums like the plague on a 1st date as the atmosphere is too stuffy and uptight. Keep things simple, and comfortable. Bowling, darts, and billiards can also be fun things to do on an evening 1st date (and you can usually get away with feeding them on the cheap at the venue). They help keep the mood light, and you can see just how competitive your date is. If they're genuinely trying to beat you, that's a good sign (you can make things really fun). If they're not putting forth too much effort, it usually means they plan on going home early. If it looks like they're trying, but they just suck at the sport, this gives you an opportunity to teach them (which can be fun for both of you if you play your game right).
Thus concludes the lesson on how to have a successful 1st date.
