Why do first dates have to be expensive/extravagant?

I matched with this chick on a dating app. We've been talking for about a week now, things were going pretty good. I asked her out and she agreed, I suggested a popular food spot. It's not an expensive restaurant but the food is pretty good. After that suggestion we unmatched, I am assuming she unmatched me. These days in seems many (not all) women want the first date to be at an expensive luxury restaurant. In my opinion, first dates are just meet ups, just to get to know each other. What happened to going to the movies, coffee or tea shop etc... I am saying this because it happens a lot. But then again, she could've unmatched by accident and I may be overeacting.

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AndrewF · 51-55

When it's casual day game or regular apps like Tinder, the stakes aren't usually that high. You can just meet up, see if there's a vibe, and keep it simple with coffee shop or ice cream dates.

But when it comes to platforms like Sugarbook or Seeking Arrangements, things are often a bit more upscale. I mean, if I'm bringing them on a date there, I'd expect it to be a 4-star restaurant at least, with a fancy lobster dinner. Maybe even throw in a nice show or event, and to top it off, a stay at a luxurious 5-star hotel