Restaurant tables are crucial to any sit-in restaurant. That is a given. The questions you need to ask yourself are what material should they be made of and how many you need. We’ll first try to help you answer the first question by splitting it into a few smaller ones:
Restaurant tables or patio ones?
For patio tables your choice may seem limited but it’s really not. With our commercial grade, tried and tested materials you can’t go wrong:
Aluminum
Teak
Plastic teak
Resin
Stainless steel
For indoor dining another question arises and that is the type of venue you have. The food you sell will have an impact on your décor and as a consequence also on the type of restaurant tables you should use:
Fine dining – Most commonly uses solid wood table tops with a metal base to help create that upscale look diners are expecting
Casual and family style dining – These low-key atmosphere restaurants are characterized by simple tables that look good and are functional but are still inviting. Laminate tables usually fit the bill for these venues.
Fast food and fast casual dining – These restaurant require simple tables that are easy to clean and will withstand a lot of “abuse” from careless diners, kids and young adults. Resin table tops with bolt down bases are the ideal restaurant tables in this case.
Industrial style Cafés and restaurants – the ever growing trendy industrial look manages to fit in with a wide range of eateries and venues. With built-in “flaws” such as the distressed look, the industrial style tables will not only last long but will also hide any damages made over time in their original design.
Our tables guide has more information on the various types of materials we use and how to choose the right ones for you.
How many restaurant tables do I need?
The answer to this question depends not only on the size of your restaurant but also on the shape of the tables you buy and the type of food served. Our tables spacing guide combined with this professional restaurant design guide will help you to make the most of your space and improve both your revenue and your customer's satisfaction.
