OP here,
You aren't the only one who liked Tallula/EatBar

I actually got to go to their closing weekend event and have a cocktail from circa 2002 that had poprocks on the rim!
It seems more criteria is required:
- One person will need to take metro. I guess maybe someone could pick her up if the nearest stop is close but not walkable.
- One person avoids meat/seafood and another is gluten free. Both are easing going, so having one good option for each is fine.
- Need to take reservations during Sunday brunch (like 2pm).
I've appreciated your suggestions so far! I'm definitely adding Del Ray Cafe to my "to eat list" for the future since they can't seat a group this size this Sunday.