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You can also go vintage.

http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/for/658674235.html

http://sfbay.craigslist.org/sfc/fur/662145708.html

It's hard to guess how much space you actually have for a table, but in a similarly sized apt that is very narrow, we've used a small (29") round table with a pedestal base that have the feet flush with the floor. The round top paired with the single pedestal center makes it so you can navigate past it fine, whereas even a similarly sized square table with 4 legs would take up too much space. I've also thought of replacing the top with a drop leaf (where each side leaf is a half circle) so that there is the possibility of making it larger if needed.

I almost bought the IKEA Norden Gateleg which I think it great for small spaces. I especially like the drawers.

I ended up finding a Danish Modern gateleg on Craigslist and it folds up to be 6" Deep!

I like this option because you can use it as a console when not being used for eating and you have the option to seat 2-3 or 4-6 depending on how you unfold it.

You can't beat a small drop leaf table. With the leaves down you can buttress it against the wall or a couch.

I have an Ikea LOKKA table and recommend it highly.

cute small dining room idea at http://www.cococozy.com/2008/04/combo-dining-room-and-office-for-hws.html

...involves a Saarinien table, a corner chair and some cute chairs from Room & Board

Neat expanding table at www.SmartFurniture.com that collapses to be a console table that is only 18" wide, but can also be pulled out for a full dining table.

I too have the IKEA LOKKA table and love it. It has fit perfectly in 4 different apartments in the tiniest spots. If we upgrade, it will probably be to a drop-leaf table of the vintage variety. Good luck with the search!

I have a gateleg table similar to the IKEA NORDEN (only in real wood) and I love it. Mine has chairs that hide on the interior but I think its fairly easy to find versions with either chairs or drawers inside of them.

Thanks for all the comments, there have been many good suggestions. At the moment I am having the kitchen redone. I am still thinking of having a pull out table built into the kitchen cabinets, as I think even a small table will clutter the room (which already has plenty of clutter). I'll post some pictures with the result!

bruno mathsson dining table. Dimensions folded 9.75"w x 36"d x 26.75"h. A versatile table that folds down from 110.5" to 9.75" for storage. luck into it on craigslist or a flea market. usually $800-1600 on ebay or auction. meant for city living.