I Just Found the Most Brilliantly Designed Patio Set for Under $200 (So Compact!)

If your outdoor dining set is looking a little worse for wear after this brutally cold winter, it could be time for an upgrade. The good news is that there are so many affordable and stylish options to choose from out there, even if your outdoor space is on the tiny side. Some of the best sets out there right now are at The Home Depot. Recently while browsing the retailer’s vast outdoor furniture selection, I stumbled upon an ultra-cute bistro set that has one of the most unique designs I’ve seen so far.

The Vingli bistro set not only works for both big and small outdoor spaces, but at $186, it’s also reasonably priced for a three-piece set. Plus, it looks incredibly stylish, especially for such a low price. Now that spring is officially here, it’s the perfect time to nab it so you can enjoy leisurely open-air hangouts all season.

The bistro set comes with a small dining table and two matching chairs. At 28 inches tall, the table is standard height, but it’s compact and perfect for tiny outdoor spaces, like a terrace or small yard. Its surface is 22 inches long and 19 inches wide, so it can comfortably accommodate up to two people. The table also has a tempered glass surface that’s easy to wipe clean.

The chairs are made of the same weather-resistant wicker material as the table, and each one also features a steel frame that’ll be durable through the elements. They have thick, waterproof cushions for a comfortable sit. The cushions are upholstered in gray zip covers that you can machine-wash for fuss-free maintenance.

Of course, I can’t skip over the way the chairs stack on top of each other and slide under the table for compact storage. I had never seen this design before on an outdoor bistro set, but I have a feeling that other outdoor furniture retailers will want to release their own versions. It’s so smart!

I’m not one of the lucky New Yorkers who has a private outdoor space, but if I had a small balcony or patio, I would prefer to get a bistro set like this one instead of a sofa set. Because the chairs are cushioned, they’re likely as comfortable as a sofa, and I like that the table is standard dining height. If you just have an outdoor coffee table, it’s annoying to have to bend over your food or balance it on your lap. I’m now team bistro set all the way.

You can obviously do more than just dine with this set. Enjoy your morning coffee at the table when the weather warms up, or invite a friend over for a glass of wine after work. As for the set’s appearance, the dark brown tone of the wicker and gray cushions will be easy to style no matter the aesthetic of the outdoor space. “This is really a small patio set but excellent quality and very stylish,” a reviewer says. “Bonus is that you don’t have to assemble anything, just take it out of the box, and enjoy!!!!”

When you’re done using the table, stacking the chairs underneath will allow for the set to take up roughly half as much space as when it’s in use, which will be helpful for keeping the area clear. For such a low price, the bistro set is a no-brainer, especially now that outdoor hangouts are about to be back on the calendar. 

Buy: Vingli 3-Piece Wicker Outdoor Bistro Set, $185.99