Coffee with a clear plan
Choose an accessible café, agree on the time and check that it is open. A short first meeting can be enough. Each person should be comfortable with the cost and free to leave.
A public daytime walk
Choose a familiar, busy route with easy exits and transport nearby. Ask about mobility needs, weather and comfort before deciding. A secluded trail is a poor first-meeting choice.
A shared-interest stop
A public gallery, bookstore or market can give you something to talk about. Check admission costs, accessibility and opening hours together. Keep the plan flexible and do not buy tickets for the other person without agreement.
Comfort is part of the plan
Do not share your home address or rely on a new match for your ride home. Tell someone you trust where you are going. Change your mind whenever you need to; agreeing to a date is not agreeing to anything else.