Hey Darkness, Appreciate the comments, but I genuinely mean that it's not a date. It is just a catch up with a friend. Am I missing something?
In my opinion, maybe a little. Just because you think it's not a date, how would it be viewed by others? What if, for example, W's mother saw you out to this dinner?
Like I said, you may know better for your sitch. But in general, I wouldnt advise going out for a 1 on 1 night with a member of the opposite sex at this point as your GAL.