First Dates (Ireland) Season 5 Episode 5 Episode 5

Episode 5 of First Dates (Ireland) season 5 follows a new group of singles as they come together for an evening of blind dates at the popular restaurant, The Gibson Hotel. The episode opens with a montage of hopeful daters preparing for their big night, including a self-proclaimed "ladies man" named David, an eccentric artist named Sarah, and a bubbly dental nurse named Danielle.

As the daters arrive at the restaurant, they are greeted by the friendly staff and given a chance to mingle with the other singles. Some are nervous, while others are excited to meet someone new. The camera takes us through some quick introductions and reveals each person's hopes and fears for the evening.

The first couple to be introduced is David and his date, Fiona. David is a confident 25-year-old who claims to have never been rejected by a woman. Fiona, on the other hand, is a 29-year-old primary school teacher who is looking for someone kind and genuine. Despite their initial chemistry, their date takes a surprising turn when Fiona reveals a shocking secret about her family.

Next up is Sarah, the 28-year-old artist, and her date, Michael. Michael, a 32-year-old engineer, seems nervous around Sarah's quirky personality and struggles to connect with her artistic side. However, when Sarah opens up about her struggles with mental health, Michael reveals his own experience with anxiety and the two bond over their shared experiences.

Danielle, the 26-year-old dental nurse, is matched with Neil, a 30-year-old musician. Danielle reveals that she is looking for someone who can make her laugh and Neil certainly delivers on that front. However, things take an awkward turn when Neil reveals he is a self-proclaimed "mama's boy".

The episode also features a group date, where five of the daters come together for a fun day out at an adventure park. The group includes David, Fiona, Sarah, Michael, and the final couple to be introduced, Sharon and Gary. Sharon, a 29-year-old customer service agent, is excited for her date with Gary, a 28-year-old fitness instructor. However, she quickly realizes that Gary's focus on his looks and physique may be a major turn-off.

As the episode comes to a close, we see the daters reflecting on their experience and whether they would like to see their match again. Some are hopeful for a second date, while others are left disappointed. The episode ends with a teaser for next week's episode, leaving viewers eager to see what the show has in store.