How do I make it clear that my lunch with my manager is not romantic and will not lead anywhere?

My manager is an acquaintance of my dad, is married, and he knows that I have a bf. After a few compliments I received from him and some others I felt amazing and when he asked me out I assumed it was a treat, it just didn't occur to me that he was asking me out. That was just a naïve mistake I made and cannot change but I agreed either way at the time.

I enjoy my job enough where I do want to stay and my manager has not made me uncomfortable in any way before this. He's treated well and have been accommodating for me as he could be

I think there's a lot to work with right here. Married, boyfriend, the compliments felt great, but you were legitimately naive. You love your job, and he's always treated you well. Personally, I think transparent honesty is the best medicine, especially if you emphasize how much you respect him and explain it in a way that is respectful, with no arrogance

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