Robin Scherbatsky was one of the best characters on How I Met Your Mother. She was a sarcastic, loyal, and driven individual. From the very beginning, she felt like a perfect fit in the "gang" of Ted, Barney, Lily, and Marshall.
Throughout the show, she experienced a great deal of character development, much of which revolved around her romantic relationships. Whether it was a serious relationship or one date, Robin dated some great guys, and some who left a lot to be desired. Grab a booth at MacLaren's as we take a look at 5 of Robin's boyfriends we'd love to date (and 5 we wouldn't).
Love To Date: Kevin
As a licensed therapist, Kevin was a great listener and an understanding, comionate man. These are excellent traits that Kevin brought to his relationship with Robin. Of all the men Robin dated, Kevin gelled best with the Ted, Barney, Lily, and Marshall friend group.
He'd share banter with them, listen to their crazy stories, participate in their shenanigans, and would even help out, like when he ended up painting the nursery for Lily and Marshall's first child. Kevin was the most well-rounded individual out of all the men Robin dated.
Wouldn't Date: Don
Marshall thought Don was the coolest guy ever and Robin certainly fell for him. Robin thought she and Don were a serious couple and she turned down a prestigious job offer in Chicago, all so she and Don could stay together. Don was then offered the same job and he accepted it.
While it's certainly healthy for someone to care about their career, it's wrong to always put work first and not even consider a romantic partner when making a big career move. Don was not a cool guy. He was ultimately a selfish and inconsiderate person.
Love To Date: Ted
Ted would do anything to make Robin happy. He created an elaborate setup with Christmas lights and AC/DC music in her apartment, just to cheer her up. He went to great lengths to retrieve Robin's grandmother's locket that meant a great deal to her.
He also stole the blue french horn for her on multiple occasions, which became a symbol of their relationship. Ted certainly had his flaws, but most importantly, he was always a dedicated and comionate partner and friend.
Wouldn't Date: Nick
Nick was a nice guy and a good looking man. His relationship with Robin was pretty much all about physical intimacy, though. Once they actually started talking more, Robin realized that Nick was "kind of dumb."
For example, he once ate a vanilla-scented candle. When Robin told him they should probably stop seeing each other, he thought she meant they should start turning off the lights when fooling around. In the long run, Nick's good looks couldn't make up for his stunning lack of common sense.
Love To Date: Barney
Barney and Robin's marriage didn't work out in the end, but they still had some amazing times along the way. Despite being the epitome of a womanizer, when Barney got into serious relationships in the later seasons of the show, he actually proved to be a uniquely committed partner.
His marriage proposals for Quinn and Robin were extravagant, yet they were also romantic and personal. For Robin, he let go of the single life he valued so much and even burned his beloved playbooks. Dating Barney also meant being part of some truly "legendary" nights that would have made the relationship feel special and memorable.
Wouldn't Date: Gael
Gael was a ionate boyfriend whose primary concern was having a good time. When Robin flew to Argentina after her break-up with Ted, Gael became a rebound boyfriend who helped her forget her troubles. Once Robin returned to her regular life in New York City, she stopped having so much fun with him. His spontaneity and "live in the moment" attitude didn't work so well there.
He crossed the line entirely when he allowed a group of rambunctious strangers to stay the night in Robin's apartment. A guy who crosses boundaries like that is a guy not worth dating.
Love To Date: "Scooby"
In a very different role from his character in The Flash, Robbie Amell guest-starred in How I Met Your Mother as a character nicknamed "Scooby." From the way he stuck his head out of the window during a taxi ride, to the way he scratched himself and liked to fetch things, "Scooby" earned his nickname because of his dog-like mannerisms.
Robin and her friends had a legitimately fun time hanging out with him, if only due to the sheer absurdity of his lovable nature. He's not the kind of guy who'd worked in a long-term and committed relationship, but he's perfect for a few casual dates.
Wouldn't Date: Mitch
Mitch's go-to dating move was called "the Naked Man." It involved finding an excuse to be in his date's apartment, waiting until they leave the room, and then taking off all of his clothes. He claimed that it works two out of three times.
The move worked on Robin, but for many people, it's would be too much of an "all or nothing" strategy. The sheer audacity of it might be charming the first time, but it would quickly grow stale. Mitch confessed it's the only move he had. Most importantly, it's not a move that will help create a lasting relationship.
Love To Date: Brad
Brad might seem like a typical "bro," but he's still pretty quirky. He's the kind of guy who says zucchini bread is "redonkulous" and referred to himself and Marshall as "the brunch bros."
Not only is he good looking, but he's also intelligent enough to be a successful lawyer. Brad and Robin only went out on one date. Nevertheless, he's probably the best looking out of all the men Robin dated and he had enough brains to match his brawn.
Wouldn't Date: Sandy Rivers
Sandy Rivers was Robin's date for the Local Area Media Awards banquet, but only because Robin wanted to make Ted jealous. Robin saw Sandy for what he really was -- a toxic, perverted, and pathetic excuse for a man.
As a news anchor, Sandy literally read the newspaper out loud to his audience. He constantly tried to sleep with co-workers. Later on, he even made up lewd and untrue stories about his relationship with Robin. Sandy is the kind of boyfriend who should be avoided at all costs.