How to choose the right restaurant table tops & bases
Your Guide
Selecting the right table tops and bases is one of the most important decisions when furnishing a restaurant or hospitality space. The right combination affects guest comfort, floor layout efficiency, durability, and overall design style.
This guide walks you through:
• Table top shapes
• Material options for restaurant environments
• Standard table sizes and seating capacity
• Base styles and support options
• Edge styles and thickness considerations
• Specialty tables for bars and events
• Storage solutions like table dollies
Use this guide to find the right combination for your dining room, patio, bar area, or event space.
Best for maximizing seating in dining rooms.
- Seats more guests per table
- Works well for banquets or communal dining
- Ideal for long, narrow spaces
Rectangular Tables
Best for maximizing seating in dining rooms.
- Seats more guests per table
- Works well for banquets or communal dining
- Ideal for long, narrow spaces
Great for conversation and flexible layouts.
- Encourages guest interaction
- Easier movement around tables
- Popular for smaller dining rooms or cafés
Round Tables
Great for conversation and flexible layouts.
- Encourages guest interaction
- Easier movement around tables
- Popular for smaller dining rooms or cafés
Efficient for smaller restaurant layouts.
- Easy to combine into larger tables
- Great for two- or four-person seating
- Works well in modern dining spaces
Square Tables
Efficient for smaller restaurant layouts.
- Easy to combine into larger tables
- Great for two- or four-person seating
- Works well in modern dining spaces
Best for farm-to-table restaurants and rustic aesthetics
Butcher Block Table Tops
A classic choice for restaurants &
cafés.
Benefits:
- Warm natural appearance
- Extremely durable
- Unique wood grain character
Considerations:
- Requires periodic sealing
- Needs protection from excessive moisture
Best for Casual Dining, High-Traffic Ares, Quick-Service
Laminate Restaurant Table Tops
Made from layers of synthetic materials bonded together, offering a wide range of colors and finishes while being resistant to scratches, stains, and heat.
Benefits:
- Affordability
- Easy to clean
- Scratch and stain resistant
- Available in many finishes
Best for contemporary restaurants & upscale casual dining
Resin Restaurant Table Tops
A sleek, durable option for modern dining spaces.
Benefits:
- High-gloss appearance
- Moisture resistant
- Extremely durable
- Low maintenance
Choosing the right support
Restaurant Table Bases
The base of your table is just as important as the top—it provides support and can enhance the table's look. Choose a base that complements your table top and ensures stability.
Popular Base Options:
- Pedestal Base: Ideal for round or square tables, offering sleek aesthetics and ample legroom.
- Trestle Base: Great for rectangular tables, providing sturdy support and easy chair movement.
- Restaurant X-Base: Highly versatile and perfect for restaurant dining tables.
Specialty Restaurant Tables
Specialty table tops—such as bar tables, pub tables, high top tables, and cocktail tables—add functionality and style to your space.
- Bar & Bar Height Tables: Great for casual dining and relaxed settings.
- High Top & Pub Tables: Versatile for restaurants or home bars, perfect for socializing.
- Cocktail Tables: Ideal for events, creating elegant standing spaces for mingling.
Best for banquet halls, catering & event venues
Table Top & Base Dollies
For commercial venues or event spaces that frequently change setups, table top and base dollies are essential. These specialized dollies make moving and storing tables easy, saving time and effort during event preparations or daily operations.