Top Dining Tables of 2025: From Extendable to Round

The dining table serves as the heart of the house: this is where the family comes together to spend quality time, sharing updates during morning rolls, coffee pauses, leisurely weekend brunches, delightful lunches, and all else in between.

The ideal dining table will offer an elegant setting for all family gatherings, be it the homework session, sophisticated dinner parties, or a temporary workspace.

The essence is equally crucial as aesthetics, particularly when considering environmentally friendly furnishings at the core of our approach. Dining tables represent a significant purchase that ought to endure over time; thus, utilizing ecologically sound and premium materials makes for an excellent foundation.

As kitchen and dining tables form the core of our family life, it’s worth doing thorough research before making a significant investment.

Top dining tables at a glance

• Best for industrial cool: Next Brooklyn Reclaimed Pine 6 to 8 Seater Extending Dining Table - £460, Next
• Ideal for hosting a large group: Habitat Drio Extending Oak 4-10 Seat Dining Table - £349, Argos
• Best for old school cool: Swoon Editions Bjorn Extendable Dining Table - £939, Swoon
• Best for contemporary chic: Heal’s Madrid Dining Table - £1729, Heal's
• Ideal for compact eating spaces: IKEA ​Lisabo table - £149, IKEA
• Best for showstopping statement: West Elm Silhouette 4 Seater Marble Top Dining Table - £1649, John Lewis
• Best for Scandi beauty: Loaf Parquet Pie Kitchen Table - £1195, Loaf
• Best for polished farmhouse: DUSK Heidi Solid Oak Oval 6-8 Seater Dining Table - £373, DUSK

Looking at different styles, price ranges, shapes and sizes, we’ve served up a selection of some of our favourite kitchen and dining tables below.

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Next Brooklyn Reclaimed Pine 6 to 8 Seater Extending Dining Table

Style: Industrial cool

Seats: 4 to 8 people

When you combine a robust reclaimed wood surface with sleek black steel, you get an extraordinary rustic-industrial dining table. Add in a surprisingly affordable cost, and this becomes quite the smart purchase. The store Next has been stepping up its game lately, offering numerous stylish options, including this trendy choice. It could be a fantastic inclusion for any contemporary kitchen or dining area without straining your design funds excessively.

Buy now £460.00, Next

Habitat Drio Extending Oak 4-10 Seater Dining Table

Style: Pleasingly accommodating

Seats: up to 10

Ideal for small households with a large extended family or group of friends, this robust, solid oak table morphs from a four-seater to one you can get 10 people around. Also available in walnut wood, the clean lines and classic shape means it won't age making it a true investment piece to take from home to home. The only thing you'll need to consider is space when the two extension leaves are added - it'll span 240cm when fully open.

Buy now £349.00, Argos

Swoon Editions Björn Extendable Dining Table, made of acacia wood

Style: Old school cool

Seats: 6 - 8 people

Bring your kitchen or dining area back to life (apologies for the pun) with this sturdy yet stylish extendable dining table from Swoon Editions. Every item is made individually, which means slight variations like discolouration may occur; however, the brand assures us that these imperfections contribute to its charm – and we find ourselves agreeing.

Buy now £939.00, Swoon Editions

Heal’s Madrid Dining Table

Style: Contemporary chic

Seats: Starting with as few as six individuals for the minimum capacity

Searching for a table that has a cutting-edge design? This choice from Heal’s provides a premium solid oak or walnut wooden surface paired with a touch of modern industrial style, courtesy of the steel angled legs.

As part of the Designed by You collection, this piece offers you the flexibility to select among seven varying lengths, two distinct widths, three edge profile options, along with six types of wood finishes. This allows you to customize the end result according to your precise needs or align perfectly with an established interior design theme. Be it a snug area requiring efficiency or ample space demanding a bold centerpiece, every scenario has been considered. It’s versatile and strikingly elegant—quite simply, a successful blend.

Buy now £1729.00, Heal's

IKEA ​Lisabo table

Style: Back to black

Seats: Up to six

Renting or on a tight budget? There’s many reasons why you might not want to splash out on an expensive dining table. And, don’t worry, there’s still a host of stylish options out there to choose from. Ikea is always a safe go-to for affordable furniture, and this matte-black wood dining table is a sleek, stylish offering ((although white is also available). Perfect for any modern apartment or home, it’s pleasing on the eye - and your purse.

Buy now £149.00, IKEA

West Elm Silhouette 4 Seater Marble Top Dining Table

Style: Showstopping statement

Size: 4 diners

Got your heart set on a statement piece to pin your dining room together? Made from solid white marble and a dramatic gold-coloured base, friends and family will soon be fighting for a spot on your next dinner party invite list. It barely needs dressing (although some flowers and nice tableware would up the ante) making every meal feel like a luxury.

Buy now £1649.00, John Lewis

Loaf Parquet Pie Kitchen Table

Style: Scandi beauty

Seats: 4 to 6

Pale, minimalist wood is having a moment and it’s not hard to see why with this little looker. A round table by day and oval by night when those extra guests arrive, it’s a handy piece that will see you through everything from the breakfast rush to sophisticated evening soirees. Ideal for the kitchen or more compact dining rooms. Now, who’s popping the kettle on?

Buy now £1195.00, Loaf

Heidi Solid Oak Oval 6-8 Seater Dining Table - Dusk Natural

Style: polished farmhouse

Seats: up to 8

Offer your loved ones a place to congregate. This sturdy oak creation is attractive enough to captivate observers even without food on it. The rounded edges guarantee you won’t bump into sharp corners, and its durable appearance comes from premium wood, ensuring longevity. Remember to furnish it with your personal touch. dining chairs ; take a look at our selection of the best here .

Buy now £373.00, DUSK

Verdict

We're standing up (or perhaps we mean sitting down?) and paying attention. Next ’ rapidly growing selection of fashionable kitchen and dining tables. The Brooklyn extending dining table brings a touch of New York-inspired industrial chic to your space, and besides being quite stylish, it’s functional and adaptable. No matter if you’re aiming for a casual family meal or an extravagant dinner gathering, it accommodates everything with ease.

What amount should I allocate?

It’s a good idea to pick a budget and stick to it. However, remember that a good-quality dining table should last for many years so can be seen as an investment if you do want to spend more.

What style should I go for?

Have a look at your house and see what you think will fit best with the decor. If you like a rustic or modern country look, a salvaged or reclaimed wood dining table may be perfect for you. If you’re a vintage or retro fan, a mid-century modern piece should fit in nicely. Industrial design lovers should look out for steel frames and zinc tops, while contemporary-chic admirers should go for glamorous modern materials like marble, brass, or fibreglass. Nordic or Scandi enthusiasts should stick to clean lines and a pared-back blond oak style.

What shape should I choose?

The shape of your kitchen or dining table is down to personal taste, but can also be informed by the size of your house and shape of your rooms. A round table is a really sociable style to choose, and works well in smaller spaces. An oval kitchen or dining table is ideal for narrower areas, while a rectangular table is great for larger rooms and open-plan kitchens.

What size should it be?

The dimensions of your kitchen or dining area should largely depend on the available space and the size of your household. Should you enjoy entertaining guests yet find yourself with limited square footage alongside a sizable family, an extendable table could serve as the ideal compromise—offering ample seating for larger gatherings while still being able to scale down for everyday use.

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