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USC_Gamecock:
My younger brother is having a birthday next week, and I decided to get him a gift card to a restaurant that he and his girlfriend both enjoy.  I was fine with this at first, but then I worried that it's not really a present for bro, but for him and the GF.  Should I have gotten him something that he alone would enjoy, or am I okay with what I chose?  We're not really close, so I'm probably overconcerned about any possible perceived slight.

Girlie:
Why would this be a slight? It's very thoughtful - you're picking a place that you KNOW he likes. He can choose to take his GF there or not. He may choose to use it with her, or he could use it for himself multiple times, or he could take a friend.

Don't overthink it, you're fine. :)

WillyNilly:
I think its fine and totally a gift for him.

First off, just cause his girlfriend likes the places doesn't mean he has to use it with her.  He could use it for take-out or a quick lunch himself, or with some buddies, or even with you.  But even if he does use it with his girlfriend, that's still a gift for him as its a nice night out for him - he gets to enjoy his favorite foods, with a companion of his choice without any stress over his budget for the evening.

Go for it! Its a thoughtful and personal and generous gift!

jmarvellous:
It's great. Maybe accompany it with a small token for a sports team or activity he likes, or a bottle of his beverage of choice (or something you think he might like, if you don't know). Nothing that would be much of a gift on its own, but something just for him? I think this is unnecessary, but it would add that personal touch if you're really concerned.

hobish:

Pod to all of the above; don't worry at all.

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