After asking me out in a second date, guy asks What did you think of the date?

[Anonymous]

Went on a first date which I thought was OK, I couldn't really get a read on him (if he even liked me or was attracted to me).

Later in evening he texts saying he would love to see me again.

The next day we were texting small talk and he asks me What I thought of the date?

Never encountered this before.

Is this because he isnt sure? Was curious what might be driving this question

I never ended up answering this and he circled back next day if I would still be up to see him again.

He is mid 30s, working professional, seems like potentially looking for something more serious but who knows

[Alpacalia]

So go out with him again if you're interested. I think he's just trying to get a read on whether you'd be up for it. It is kind of a question out of left field, and it may have been a little more direct than what you're used to, but I don't see it as a red flag.

If you liked him, there's really no harm in going on a second date and seeing where it leads. Maybe his nerves got the better of him, and in a way he was really asking, "Did you like me?" or "Are you interested too?" It could simply be that he's a little unsure of himself or wanted some reassurance that the interest was mutual.

[flitzanu]

it's probably just trying to get an idea of whether you enjoyed the date, enjoyed him as a person, etc.

maybe you're interpreting it way too literally.

[Sanch62]

He’s just asking what everyone wants to know but play it too cool to find out.

Had you offered him any encouragement after thanking him for the date, such as mentioning you had a great time?

If not, he’s likely as much in the dark on trying to read you as you are about him.

[petee]

Sorry this has happened to you. I do not think you are compatible. If he’s freaked you out with this question I don’t think you will ever feel safe.

[smackie9]

He's just that kind of guy that's uncertain, so he just wanted to know is all. IMO you are reading way too much into this. If you like him, be more engaging. 

[basil67]

At the end of the date, did you tell him you enjoyed yourself?  When he texted you that he'd love to see you again, did you respond with an affirmative?   

Edited July 24 by basil67