The Best Dining Tables on Amazon, According to Hyperenthusiastic Reviewers

“If you need a small, solid wood table that is sturdy and attractive yet inexpensive, this is your table,” one reviewer writes. The relatively low price and wood construction are a selling point for more than a quarter of five-star reviewers. “This is a solid hardwood table at a price that usually gets you particle board,” one writes, while another says it’s sturdy, explaining, “The bolts have not started to loosen after four months of use, even with the vacuum bumping into the legs sometimes when I’m cleaning.” They add, “The top is easy to clean, very well coated to protect against water damage.” However, several reviewers note that this table is pretty small. One even says they “purchased this table as a replacement for the dining room table in our fifth-wheel RV,” and more than 15 percent of reviewers note it’s the right size for just two people. However, one does add, “There have been several times when we had a guest over and pulled up another chair, it’s tightish but it works.”

“I’m amazed,” one reviewer writes. “I just assembled the table and it’s flawless. Very well-made, sturdy, easy to put together (just bolt the legs on). Very solid.” And 45 percent of five-star reviewers also agree that assembly is easy. One says, “It took no more than 10-15 minutes to install and the instructions were self-explanatory.” Many also note it is great for small spaces. One compares it to “the size of a card table,” while another thinks it is “the perfect table for 1 or 2 people to sit at comfortably.” According to pictures attached to reviews, however, many squeeze in four chairs around this table, too. More than 15 percent of reviewers are so impressed by the way this comes packed: “the Styrofoam, which protected the wood during shipment, was wrapped in plastic so it didn’t get everywhere.”

“IT IS REAL WOOD,” one reviewer says, adding, “Perhaps not the highest quality wood, but nicely finished and very attractive.” And while a quarter of reviewers describe it as small, more than 15 percent say it’s great for four people. “It is a small table, almost too small for our dining area, but would be perfect in a smaller space and will be great for our family of four,” one writes, while another says, “I have my 4 dining chairs set up one on each of the four sides, but they also fit fine 2 per each of the longer sides.” A few also praise it for how good of a deal this is for a mid-century-modern design. “Most mid-century style furniture at this price point looks obviously faux, so it’s great to have something nice looking without a huge investment,” one reviewer explains.

As one reviewer points out, “With both side leafs dropped, the width of the table is 8 inches,” making this the narrowest drop-leaf table on our list. It’s so narrow that this user “uses [it] as a shelf space” when folded up. Another says, “This affordable table solved a major space problem my tiny condo kitchen.” While many think it is great for small spaces when folded, when expanded it can hold a small dinner party. The same reviewer adds, “I have four folding chairs to go with it and I can easily switch between a sit-down dinner for four and tucking it out of the way entirely.” But both leaves don’t need to be up or down at once. “We have one leaf down up against the back of the couch near our dining wall,” one reviewer explains, adding, “It has helped define our space and made a great eating area for a family of three.”

“This retro round table really added dimension to my nostalgia dining room theme,” one reviewer writes. And nearly a third of reviewers they love this table for its retro design. One bought this because they “wanted a simple 50’s diner look in our kitchen eating area where our family of four can eat and play games.” Another says they also bought “red chairs to match to stage a Coca-Cola-themed basement.” Beyond looking good, one customer says this table “cleans easily and is easy to get a chair under — no kicking table legs or knocking knees with this one.” Another notes that the metal frame “feels solid for the use that I will give it.” It even is easy to assemble. So easy that, according to another reviewer, “my boyfriend did it in about 15 minutes without any cursing.”

No matter what size or finish users get, the consensus is that this round, mid-century-modern table is easy to clean. One reviewer “was originally concerned about surface scratches because other reviewers had noted them, but this has not been a problem.” They report, “Indeed, any water rings or other surface issues (which are wiped off easily) are barely noticeable because the high gloss finish.” Another thing users agree on is that this table is heavy — no matter what size you get. One who purchased the 28-inch version says, “The base is surprisingly heavy and sturdy,” while one customer with the 60-inch even says, “You need at least 2 adults, but three would be better,” because “it is very heavy and the top is unwieldy.” They “recommend promising a beer and pizza to a friend for free labor when it arrives.”