We Tested (and Rated!) All the Dining Tables at Wayfair — Here Are the Best to Suit Your Style and Space
Shopping for furniture online is one of the most daunting experiences. Ordering a dining table sight unseen with just some product photos and measurements to go on can make anyone sweat. You’re spending hundreds if not thousands of dollars on something that you might need to immediately send back. That’s why we created our Personal Shopper series — we go visit the physical stores of retailers like West Elm, Pottery Barn, Ashley, Burrow, and more to put the furniture to the test and rate it, determining what type of shopper it is best for. We check out everything, including rugs, sofas, and dining tables, and serve as your personal pair of eyes.
Wayfair launched its first-ever brick-and-mortar store in Wilmette, Illinois, in July so this store visit was especially important for us. It’s the only store you can go to if you want to see Wayfair’s wares in person. Luckily for you all, I grew up in the Chicago suburbs, so I was able to drive over and check out the two-floor store, which even boasts a sit-down cafe and plenty of outdoor seating. The Wayfair store was truly massive and impressive, so I spent several hours trying out every dining table I could find (along with other furniture categories, like sofas). Obviously, there were more than six dining tables at Wayfair, but we narrowed it down to the most unique and the ones that impressed me most.
Why Wayfair?
As I mentioned above, Wayfair is known as the ultimate online furniture store, so I knew it would be an important service for our readers to go visit and check out everything in person. Wayfair’s website offers hundreds of options per furniture category in every design style, which I know from personal experience, can be a bit overwhelming. Hopefully, our article makes it easier to pick out dining tables online. Wayfair offers free shipping and, on select dining tables on this list, free assembly.
The Dining Tables
- Best Classic: Salvaged Gray Bianca Round Solid Wood Dining Table
- Best Modern: Hollins Round Marble Top Solid Wood Base Dining Table
- Best for Entertaining: Weathered Natural Bianca Extendable Dining Table
- Best Glass Top: Lark Round Glass Top Solid Wood Base Dining Table
- Best Oval: Brix Oval Solid Wood Base Dining Table
- Best Farmhouse: Reclaimed Walnut Lexi Farmhouse Round Pedestal Dining Table
The range of dining furniture carried by Wayfair is not limited to this list. Visit the website for more options.
The Criteria
We judged every Wayfair dining table in-store based on the following five criteria, giving each category an average rating between 1 and 5. These scores helped us determine who the table suits best and for what type of dining.
Capacity: How many people can fit around the table? Are any structural or design elements (i.e., beams, legs, etc.) obtrusive?
Customizability: Are size, configuration, material, color, or other details customizable? How granular can a shopper get when customizing?
Versatility: Can the table expand or change size? How difficult would it be to assemble, disassemble, or move? Can it be used as more than just a dining table?
Appearance: What style does it best suit? Does it lean more traditional (i.e., detailing, dark wood) or more contemporary (i.e., sleek, light wood)?
Quality: Is the table built for looks or to last? Are its materials more basic (and typically easy to maintain) or more luxe and uncommon?
Every Editor-Tested Dining Table at West Elm
Best Classic: Salvaged Gray Bianca Round Solid Wood Dining Table
What impressed us: The beautiful espresso color and timeless silhouette.
The Bianca Wood Dining Table is perfect if you want to add a rustic vibe to your kitchen. The table is constructed out of kiln-dried solid acacia wood, which has a natural, weathered finish. No table has the same wood grain color, and there are special wood knots in each table. It looks vintage and felt durable under the hand. The pedestal design is classic yet visually interesting, with the four supports joining in a knot before transitioning into four separate pieces again. This piece is perfect for a family of four, though it could fit five people in a pinch. You can choose from three different colors (we viewed the salvaged gray in store).
How We Rated It
Specifications:
- 54” long, 54” wide, and 30” tall
- Seats 4
- Weighs 106 pounds
What impressed us: The marble top and stylish wood base.
When I was walking through the store, this showstopping table got my attention. If you’re on the hunt for a modern dining table that doesn’t have a wood top, the Hollins Marble Dining Table is a great candidate for you. It’s composed of Satwaria marble and a solid acacia wood frame. Both seemed to be good quality under scrutiny in the store, and online reviewers agree. This table will make any kitchen look more elegant and is great for entertaining a few friends or family members. It officially seats four, but one more person could be squeezed in. Just a note that this table might be delivered in two pieces.
How We Rated It
Specifications:
- 48” long, 48” wide, and 30” tall
- Seats 4
- Weighs 180.56 pounds
Best for Entertaining: Weathered Natural Bianca Extendable Dining Table
What impressed us: The seating capacity.
If you love to entertain, have a big kitchen, or a designated dining room, we found the perfect table for you. The Bianca Extendable Dining Table comes with a leaf, allowing you to extend the dining table to seat up to eight people, though some Wayfair shoppers say that it can really fit 10-12, making this the biggest dining table on this list. When we viewed it in person, we were impressed by the table’s durability and how easy the leaf was easy to slot in and out of the solid acacia wood table. Its weather-worn finish makes any dining experience a little cozier. It comes in three different colors (weathered natural, salvaged gray, and medium brown) to match the aesthetic of any room.
How We Rated It
Specifications:
- 83” long, 40” wide, and 30” tall
- Seats 8
- 1 leaf included – 20” long
- Weighs 174 pounds
Best Glass Top: Lark Round Glass Top Solid Wood Base Dining Table
What impressed us: The modern silhouette and glass top.
This Lark Glass Top Dining Table is a dream for a minimalist’s home — mostly because half of it is transparent but the wood legs are also elegant. The table works perfectly in a small space, as it seats up to four people comfortably. Although the base looks delicate, reviewers say that it’s surprisingly sturdy. It’s one of the easier tables to assemble, as you just need to lift the glass top onto the solid wood base. The table has three wood color options (black, dark walnut, and natural) to choose from. If shoppers are looking for a long-lasting dining table that’ll work in nearly any space, this is a great choice.
How We Rated It
Specifications:
- 48” long, 48” wide, and 29.50” tall
- Seats 4
- Weighs 145 pounds
Best Oval: Brix Oval Solid Wood Base Dining Table
What impressed us: The shape and versatility.
For shoppers who want to get away from the pedestal or rectangular dining table shape, this oval dining table we saw in Wayfair’s store is uniquely designed. Although several dining tables can be used as makeshift workspaces, the Brix Oval Dining Table seems like it could function as a desk in an office space. It seems like it would be comfortable to work from. The chic silhouette can accommodate a total of six diners. The table is constructed out of solid wood and has modern V-shaped legs, which drew our eye to this dining table originally. It comes in black (which we viewed) or natural.
How We Rated It
Specifications:
- 72” long, 38” wide, and 30” tall
- Seats 6
- Weighs 94 pounds
Best Farmhouse: Reclaimed Walnut Lexi Farmhouse Round Pedestal Dining Table
What impressed us: The finish and silhouette.
This farmhouse-style table cut an elegant figure in the Wayfair store. In person, it looked more expensive than it is. The dining table is made out of manufactured wood, though some reviewers said the pedestal base felt a bit more like resin. The finish makes the table look like it’s made out of walnut. It’s smooth to the touch and has a pleasant sheen to it. Just a very important note: You should use coasters and place mats with this table to avoid stains, especially when placing wet or hot dishware or glassware on the surface. The table does require some assembly and weighs 100 pounds when put together.
How We Rated It
Specifications:
- 46” long, 46” wide, and 30” tall
- Seats 4
- Weighs 83.28 pounds