My woman has no problem taking the reins. Choosing the place, making the reservation, etc. But it took years of training (she trains me, too).
That said, REIMktg's approach works every time. A lot of women don't know what they like or dislike until their guy confidently tells them. Or, if they dislike something, it's usually easy to change their minds. If you're good at sales, this will be no problem for you, PJ.
Example:
You: "We're gettin' it on tonight."
Her: "I don't really like dick."
You: "Trust me, you're gonna love this place. Wait until you taste the ldick."
Her: "I have never liked dick."
You: "I guarantee you'll love it. Every person I've taken has drooled over it, including a few who didn't like dick."
Her: "Who else have you taken?"
You: "Italian. Tonight. 7:30. Reservation has already been made because that place gets packed every night. You'll see why later."
Her: "Okay, I'm up for it."
I used that on my lady years ago. We still go to that place today, often because she wants the dick. lol