This 42-inch round dining table in particular is an even better option thanks to its pedestal base, which makes pulling up chairs easier. Plus, it’s sold in 15 colors, some of which are solid ...

A lot of elements make up a beautiful dining room—décor, light fixtures and maybe some plants—but a dining table is the true anchor for the space. Here are our top picks.

Round tables do not fit well in narrow spaces. On the contrary, a room with a usable space closer to a square would host a round table beautifully (or square, if you want a little more elbow room).

Sitting together around a dining table, though, adds a sense of occasion, and if you like to have guests over, it’s actually the most practical option, for the size alone.

West Elm Extra Deep Mid-Century Expandable Dining Table ($1,199) As promised by its name, the Extra Deep Mid-Century Expandable Dining Table boasts an extra-deep top that's great for entertaining.

There’s a ceremonial quality to a round dining table, which feels fitting for mealtimes of two or 20. The democratic nature of sitting in a circle mitigates the possibility of family squabbles or ...