A dining table is essential to sitting down and enjoying a meal like a gentleman. But let's be honest. It's also where we do some work from home and play cards with our buddies. So it needs to suit a few different needs. The best dining table for you will be one that suits your aesthetic tastes, is solidly constructed, fits in your space and maybe most of all, works for your budget. Because choosing a quality table is easier if you've got a couple grand to spend, but you don't need to drop a lot of cash to find one that's attractive and well-built. Herewith, eight current options that will suit a range of home sizes and decor styles.
Best Picks
Allaster Bronze and Walnut Table
$549.99 by Cost Plus World Market
Allaster Bronze and Walnut Table
$549.99 by Cost Plus World Market
Lippa Marble-Top Oval Table
A sleek table for a small space with an impressive manmade marble top.
$650 / $479.99 by Modway
Seno Bar Table
If you don't have room for a dining table, consider a slim bar top table like this solid walnut option, which can double as a kitchen island when not in use.
$399 by Article
Parsons Wood Table
At five feet, it's large enough for guests
but not too big for an apartment.
$299 / $224.99 by Threshold
Parsons Wood Table
At five feet, it's large enough for guests but not too big for an apartment.
$299 / $224.99 by Threshold
Silverado Chrome and Glass Table
Modern and airy, yet sturdy and can comfortably seat up to six people.
$349 by CB2
Size
Matters
Size
Matters
Your dining table needs to fit in your dining area. But keep in mind that these tables are deceptively large pieces of furniture, and you have to account for the space around it, too. Add three feet of breathing room around the footprint of the table to comfortably pull out a chair and move around the space.