These Small Kitchen Tables Are Your Sign to Finally Stop Eating on the Couch

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Maybe it was once OK to eat on your lap on the couch, and folding tray tables are great, too. However, you are an adult; a table is merited, even if you do live in somewhat cramped quarters. As it turns out, there are plenty of small kitchen tables on the market that check both the stylish and sturdy boxes. And if you have a dining room table elsewhere but are looking to add a kitchen table or breakfast nook setup to your abode, there’s plenty to choose from, too.

The Best Small Kitchen Tables

• Best Overall: George Oliver Bedolla 31.5-Inch Dining Table

• Best Pub Table: Nathan James Viktor 3-Piece Dining Set

• Best Set: Boowill 5-Piece 35.5-Inch Round Dining Table Set

• Best Drop-Leaf Table: Lark Manor Chaffin Drop-Leaf Dining Table

• Best for Four People: Zipcode Design Joaquin 39.5-Inch Dining Table

What to Consider

There are several things to keep in mind when purchasing a kitchen table:

Dimensions

Perhaps most important are the table’s dimensions. A great kitchen table is not a great kitchen table if adding a chair to the mix means you can’t walk to your fridge without tripping over a chair half the time. Thus, when you take measurements, be sure to allow extra room to fit a chair or two (or four!) comfortably.

Material

Another key factor when selecting a kitchen table, we like the look of wood, but a glass top might be more practical if you’re worried about your kitchen table getting scuffed or stained.

Height

While some prefer pub-style (high-top) small kitchen tables, if you’ll be eating there for three meals a day, we’re guessing a lower counter height is ideal. For pub tables, it’s also nice to be able to push chairs under the table when not in use so they’re out of the way in your cooking space.

Shape

Circular kitchen tables are great for breakfast nooks or for spaces just outside the kitchen, but if you’re low on square footage, you might like a rectangular table, which you can push up against the wall.

Design

Clean, streamlined designs are best for already cluttered spaces, but if you have a bit more room to spare, you might want a pedestal base for that classic appearance. For more flexibility and the option to entertain guests, look for kitchen tables with extendable leaves to accommodate a few extra place settings. And goes without saying, but take note of your budget before you start shopping and expect to spend over $200.

A small kitchen table not only gives your living room organized zones but also elevates mealtime — yes, even those TV-dinner nights! We put together the best ones that maximize your space without skimping on style.

Bedolla 31.5-Inch Dining Table

Oh wow, does this kitchen table make our mid-century-modern-obsessed selves swoon! This table is made to last, melds nicely with many types of interior decorating schemes, and is a cinch to assemble.

It works perfectly in breakfast nooks in the kitchen or as a replacement for a dining room table in a small space. Two people can sit comfortably at this chic table, but you may be able to squeeze up to three.

Whether you match the table with wooden chairs or decide to add a pop of color to your seating, the design is simple enough that a variety of benches, chairs, and stools look great with the table.

Take note of the natural wood grain color variation of the base, which we adore, but some might not like.

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Viktor 3-Piece Dining Set

Looking for the perfect pub-style table for your breakfast nook? This attractive set — available in light gray/white, gray/dark brown, and beige/light brown — is among the best on the market.

The marble laminate not only looks ultra fancy-shmancy, but it also is scratch-, scuff-, and stain-resistant.

This three-piece set fits wonderfully in tight spaces, and the bar stools have silver nailhead accents around the bottom and can be tucked under the table when not in use to save space.

Even though the stools don’t have backs, the fabric upholstery and 4-inch-thick cushion make for a comfy sitting experience.

5-Piece 35.5-Inch Round Dining Table Set

If you’re shopping for a five-piece dining set, consider your hunt over with this sophisticated set that includes a table and four white, light gray, or deep gray chairs.

The feet of the chairs are anti-scratch so you don’t need to worry about scuffing up the floors, the legs are a durable metal that looks like wood, and the tempered glass top is quick to clean with a damp cloth.

Assembly is only one step, and the chairs provide good support if your kitchen table has become your workstation and/or chess study hall and/or card game center as of late.

FYI: This set is also available in a rectangular option.

Chaffin Drop-Leaf Dining Table

If you enjoy eating breakfast and sipping on coffee in your kitchen, this table is a lovely place to grab your cuppa, nosh, and read the paper.

Thanks to two hinged leaves, you can extend this table to sit up to four, and the solid acacia wood design ensures this piece will last in your eat-in kitchen or wherever you set up shop for years to come.

Bonus: It’s easy to assemble. Pick the gray, paperwhite, honey, caramel, or espresso color to accommodate a variety of style preferences.

Acklin Solid Wood Pedestal Dining Table

This solid wood table with a dark espresso tint has a refined pedestal base and a hefty silhouette that is sure to impress.

It seats up to six people (though four or fewer is probably ideal) and is very stable, so you don’t need to worry about the wobble factor while you dine.

Keep in mind that you may need two people to assemble this piece. Also, one customer pointed out that a glass tabletop may be a good addition in order to avoid marks on this table.

Joaquin 39.5-Inch Dining Table

Dinner for four (or even five) will always be a chic occasion with this beautiful kitchen table that comes with a walnut, natural, or black base and a gray, black, or white lacquered finish.

The tapered dowel legs help make for a sturdy base, along with cross wiring that helps keep everything extra steady.

You might want to hire professionals to assemble, as many reviewers noted it was tough to do so and that it may require two people.

Jayce 54-Inch Butterfly Leaf Solid Wood Dining Table

As one happy customer put it, “Beautifully made, solid and sturdy. Leaf is a great feature to have to extend as needed. Perfect for my small kitchen.”

We agree that this handsome table is ideal for small kitchens or dining/living room areas, and the convenient leaf allows you to sit up to six guests.

We’re fans of the natural woodgrain color variation and the round, dark wood knots on the table’s surface, but some customers may prefer wood without a distressed finish, so if you fall into that category, heads up.

Monahan 40-Inch Pedestal Dining Table

This elegant table seats up to four (two is ideal) in your kitchen or elsewhere but still maintains a compact footprint.

Personally, we’re partial to the black gold finish, but the gold and silver finishes both also provide artsy flair. The clear tempered-glass surface is easy to clean.

It’s mid-century modern perfection for small apartment living, friends. Prepare to get many, many compliments.

Ashton Counter Height 45-Inch Dining Table

If you’re searching for a counter-height dining table — typically for kitchen use with one side pushed against the wall — here’s a great choice.

Available in several colorways (white, white/oak, white/concrete, black/concrete, white/white marble color, white/black, natural oak/black, and natural oak), you’ll want to purchase a bar stool or two to use with this high dining table.

Four shelves allow you to store mugs, bowls, cookbooks, and more, or use the open shelves to display décor pieces.

Nakano Counter Height 23.6" Pedestal Dining Table

Got a small patio or balcony? A breakfast nook? A small studio apartment? Meet your new dining companion.

It has a no-frills design, an adjustable height, and comes in a slew of nice colors. It’s also simple to assemble, and quite sturdy. Worth noting: It has a 360-degree swivel top.

Fans of this “good vibes” table love “the simplicity of it and how easy it was to put together,” citing that it’s the “perfect height and size for [their] little space.”

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