What is the recommended table height for dinner tables?

Written by Michele Ryan

When selecting a dinner table, one of the most important factors to consider is height. For formal dining arrangements, a standard 30-inch table height is recommended. This height ensures optimal comfort and functionality when paired with standard dining chairs.

Dinner tables come in a variety of shapes and sizes, each offering different seating capacities. Below is a detailed guide of all 30" high tables to help you choose the right size based on your needs.


Seating Guide for Rectangular Tables

Table Size Seating Capacity
6' x 30" Seats 6–8
6' x 36" Seats 6–8
6' x 42" Seats 6–8
8' x 30" Seats 8–10
8' x 36" Seats 8–10
8' x 42" Seats 8–10
10' x 42" Seats 10–12

Seating Guide for Round Tables

Table Size Seating Capacity
30" Round Seats 3–5
36" Round Seats 4–6
42" Round Seats 5–7
48" Round Seats 6–8
54" Round Seats 7–9
60" Round Seats 8–10
66" Round Seats 9–11
72" Round Seats 10–12

Seating Guide for Half-Round Tables

Table Size Seating Capacity
42", 48", 54" Seats 2
60", 72", 84" Seats 3–4

Seating Guide for Square Pedestal Tables

Table Size Seating Capacity
24" Square Seats 2
30" Square Seats 2–4
36" Square Seats 4

Seating Guide for Square Tables

Table Size Seating Capacity
36" Square Seats 4–6
48" Square Seats 6–8
54" Square Seats 7–9
60" Square Seats 8–10
66" Square Seats 9–11
72" Square Seats 10–12