Dating is an experience where you meet people. From weird people, funny people, to crazy people dating allows you to find people that you would have never expected.

In an ethical discussion of current social issues, is it all right to meet people at bars? My mother comes from a traditional point of view and states that you can never meet a good man at a bar. However, I have to wonder if this is true. Many men that women meet at bars are expecting one night stands. Also, another issue that women bring up in conversation with other women is that if a man is at a bar, does that mean he has nothing better to do and no other interests?

Though this question can be generalized to women, as well, the people speaking about this issue often exclude themselves from having the negative attribute. After all, according to my mom, the only men at bars are drunken men. Though, this isn't true, there may be some truth to the matter.

Are men at bars merely looking for one-night stands or a drunken good time? Is it worth it to meet people at a bar?