I agree with everything said so far. I also think that the best relationships start with a good solid friendship.

My SO and I have been together 30 years. He is my best friend. I can tell him anything and he understands me. We've done some really crazy stuff together and we laugh all the time.

If this guys is nice and he likes the same things you do, go hang-out, enjoy yourself and wait to see if it develops. If he's the right one, he'll wait until you are ready.