Table Size Guide: How Many People Fit Round a Table? | Custom Made Tables UK
Choosing the right table size is one of the most important decisions when furnishing a dining room, restaurant, café, or bar. Too small and your guests feel cramped — too large and your room feels empty. This guide covers every standard size so you can make the perfect choice.
for comfortable dining. For fine dining or larger place settings, allow 700mm per person.
Below is a comprehensive guide to how many people can comfortably sit at each table size. These are based on standard dining with 600mm per person.
Table height is just as important as top size. The wrong height makes seating uncomfortable. Here are the three standard categories:
Don't forget to account for the space around your table. You need room for chairs and for people to walk behind seated guests.
Allow 450–500mm (45–50cm) from table edge to wall for chairs to be pushed back
Allow at least 900mm (90cm) for a walkway behind seated diners
For comfortable circulation, allow 1200mm (1.2m) from table edge to the nearest wall or obstacle
If you're furnishing a commercial venue, space efficiency is key. Here are our recommendations:
600–700mm round or square — perfect for couples and window seats
800–900mm round or 800×800mm square — the most versatile restaurant option
1200mm round or 1400×800mm rectangular — for larger bookings
600–700mm round at 1050–1100mm height — ideal for standing areas and bars
Now you know your ideal size, use our free table configurator to choose your base, top material, colour and size — all made to order.