This Dining Table Has a Hidden Feature That’s So Smart for Small Spaces (Shoppers Love It!)

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Alyssa is a freelance writer, editor, and stylist living in New York. When she's not diving into the latest in food and home decor, she's restoring an 1820s farmhouse in the Hudson Valley alongside her husband and son.
updated Mar 16, 2024
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Designing a great dining space is all about balance. You want something stylish and aesthetic to match to the rest of your home, but you also need it to be functional enough to seat guests comfortably at your next dinner party.

While the right dining room layout depends on your space and needs, there are a few hacks that can help max out both things. One such swap? Trading a rectangular dining table for a round one. The curved edges and more petite profile will save you some room while still allowing you to seat a crowd comfortably. Even better, there are plenty of modern round dining tables on the market to suit any space without sacrificing style.

Below, we’re rounding up 10 of our favorite round dining tables. From modern styles featuring mirrors and marble to extendable picks that can fit small and large crowds, these picks will elevate your next dinner party in an instant.

Threshold Astrid Mid-Century Round Extendable Dining Table
$300

Your dining space needs to be flexible, especially if you work from home and your "office" is actually your kitchen. This Target table is a great solution — it's extendable! The leaf attachment lets you expand the silhoutte from a 40-inch round table to a 52-inch oval so you can fit in extra guests as needed. Once the dinner party is over and you need your desk back, just remove the extension piece.

$300 at Target
Faux Marble Bistro Dining Table
$180$150

Rich wood meets faux marble in this timeless and affordable bistro-style table from editor-favorite Nathan James. It's only 31 inches wide, so it can easily double as a WFH space or side table when you're not using it for weeknight dinners.

$150 at Nathan James
Mid Century Modern Dining Table
$164

With classic mid-century lines and an affordable price tag, this modern round dining table from Amazon is a winner in our book. It's made from quality solid wood and stained to a versatile mid-tone finish, so it'll go with almost any space.

$164 at Amazon
Conan Walnut Round Dining Table
$599

Article is known for mid-century modern furniture and this round dining table is the perfect embodiment of that era. Made of rich walnut wood, the table features a sunburst wood veneer top and a sculptural base that ensures it serves as a beautiful focal point even when not in use.

$599 at Article
Wrought Studio Clina Dining Table
$572$360

If you're looking to go glam, check out this contemporary mirrored dining table. It's big on style with cross-bar legs in glossy chrome and a glass top, but at only 41 inches in diameter, it's still suited to a smaller dining space.

$360 at Wayfair
Theo Round Dining Table
$1,599

This pedestal table from Castlery has a rich walnut base and a high-gloss glass top that reflects light and lends an airy quality to even the coziest space.

$1,599 at Castlery
Elepbear Mid Century Modern Circle Dining Room Table
$107

Even if you live in a studio apartment or snug one-bedroom, you don't need to sacrifice a proper dining space with this petite table. At 31-inches wide in diameter, this mid-century modern table from Amazon is one of the smallest on our list and can also double as an accent table when dinner's over.

$107 at Amazon
Ivy Bronx Emmo Round Faux Marble Dining Table
$400$290

If your style skews a bit industrial, this round dining table from Wayfair is right up your alley. It boasts a pedestal of black metal that adds just the right touch of edge, with a marble top to keep things feeling classic and timeless.

$290 at Wayfair
Ellington Round Dining Table
$1,499

This stunning natural oak dining table from West Elm can add texture and tons of visual interest to your space. The fluted round base echoes the round top, and the 48-inch diameter can seat at least four guests comfortably. Even better, the entire piece is made from FSC-certified wood, so it helps support forests and ecosystems globally.

$1,499 at West Elm
Knoll Saarinen Dining Table, Round
$4,425$3,540

A tulip-shaped table is a classic mid-century modern design, and this investment pick from Knoll is the perfect nod to everyone's favorite design era. The elegant silhouette can be customized in numerous ways, from your choice of base finish (between black, white, and gray), to size (30 to 60 inches), to surface style (granite, marble, wood veneer, and more).

$3,540 at Design Within Reach

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