An expandable dining table allows you to increase seating capacity, functionality, and accessibility at a moment's notice. And, today’s modular tables come in a huge range of styles, from sleek and modern to chunky and farmhouse. There are even counter height tables that offer you the flexibility of using your existing counter stools for seating instead of storing extra side chairs. These modern, high-quality tables certainly aren’t your grandma’s extendable pedestal dining table!
Below are some of our favorite bestseller extendable dining tables, plus some tips for choosing the right piece for your dining room.
Check out the dining furniture below to find the best extendable dining table for your home. Whether you're looking for a counter-height set with barstools or a rustic dining table with a wood grain tabletop, you're sure to find a good match.
1. Transformer Table
Price: $1,999 (on sale, usually $2,699)
The Transformer Table can adjust to fit any home, easily expanding from an 18" console table that serves as a sideboard, to a 118" dining room table that seats up to 12 guests. This wood dining table comes in your choice of Siberian Birch, American Mahogany, Canadian dark oak, and Australian Acacia wood finishes. It's made from 100% hardwood materials and has matching dining benches that extend from 17" to 135" for maximum versatility.
"The Transformer Table is a one-of-a-kind, innovative product with a clear focus and priority on versatility."
"The Transformer Table is a one-of-a-kind, innovative product with a clear focus and priority on versatility," writes Alexandra Frost in a Transformer Table review. "There's no reason to get rid of the table once it's purchased because it will almost definitely be needed in a different room, perhaps in a different size."
Available new version of Convertible Dinning Table Transformer 4.0.
If you fall in love with the Transformer Table, you can also get a Transformer Coffee Table for versatility in the living room.
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3. Seb Extendable Dining Table
Price: $899
The Seb Extendable Dining Table from Castlery has a distinct rustic appeal that would work well in modern farmhouse to mid-century modern settings. It features solid wood construction using Acacia wood with a distressed finish in muted honey.
The butterfly leaf mechanism splits the tabletop, allowing you to insert extendable leaves and increase the length from 59" to 79", seating four to six people comfortably. You can seat up to eight in a pinch when the table is fully extended.
4. Schoolhouse Extendable Table
Price: $2,999
The Schoolhouse Extendable Table features a self-storing 18" extension leaf that tucks neatly under the table when it's not in use. It's heirloom-crafted in the USA using ethically-sourced domestic and global components. In addition, this table boasts a timeless appeal, solid wood construction, and an iconic silhouette.
This extendable dining table expands from 60" to 78", seating six people comfortably and eight in a pinch. You'll love the look of the exposed ply-edge top finished with a spill-resistant protective varnish. The table also features a satin black apron and solid wood legs.
5. Kaiza Extendable Dining Table
Price: Starts at $3,598
"The Kaiza Extendable Dining Table by Lulu and Georgia is a beautiful, classic design that works with a variety of design styles. It features a butterfly leaf for extension and has unique corners to provide a small yet sleek detail," Anna Franklin told Living Cozy.
This table is available in three sizes: 55" without leaf, 87" with leaf; 63" without leaf, 95" with leaf; and 71" without leaf, 110" with leaf. This offers incredible versatility, and the smallest size can seat eight guests when fully expanded (10 in a pinch). It boasts a simple, modern design with sleek beveled edges and a natural oak wood tone.
This table would work well as a dining table, kitchen table, and even an impromptu home office desk. Try pairing it with a dining bench and a set of dining chairs — you can use the chairs without the leaf and bring out the bench for extra seating with the leaf in.
↦ Shop now at luluandgeorgia.com
6. Second Best
Price: $2,640
The Second Best Extendable Dining Table from Blu Dot expands from 74" to 95" with a removable extension leaf. It seats eight comfortably and ten in a pinch, and it boasts a walnut veneer top with an eye-catching beveled edge and solid walnut legs. With an unpretentious, Scandinavian-inspired design, this table allows your meals to be the star of the show at every dinner.
The Second Best Extendable Dining Table would work well in a minimalist or modern home with unadorned features and subdued design. In addition, the 21" removable leaf comes with a bag for safe storage when it's not in use. (Note: This table is also available in 76" and 95" dining tables without extension features.)
7. Astor Table
Price: $2,200
The Modern Astor Table by Modloft easily transforms from an eight-person 71" size to a 10-person 94" size (can seat 12 in a pinch). The tabletop extends with a hidden center leaf featuring a German-made smooth-glide mechanism that makes perfect alignment easy every time. This way, you'll be able to accommodate extra guests at a moment's notice without crowding your space when you're not hosting.
This everyday table is available in your choice of glossy gray, glossy white, gray oak, smoked oak, and walnut finishes, so there's something for every home. In addition, it features a weighted chromed steel base as a counterbalance to the 40" wide tabletop, providing a modern accent that's both subtle and eye-catching.
8. Walsh Table
Price: $3,499
The Walsh Table by Room & Board features a classic farmhouse inspiration perfect for traditional and modern spaces alike. It has an updated wraparound leg design made from sturdy, solid wood that's domestically sourced and made with precision. In addition, the Walsh Extendable Table comes in your choice of seven finishes, each with a clear lacquer finish to protect the natural wood grain.
This table will fit in most modern homes with clean lines and domestically-sourced wood. The table features two 22" removable leaves extending from 72" to 94" or 116". It seats four to six at 72", six to eight at 94" with one leaf, and 10 to 12 at 116" with both leaves. It also comes in 60" (extended width 82" to 104") and 80" (extended width 102" to 124") variations.
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9. Seno Oak Dining Table
Price: From $499
The Seno Extendable Oak Extension Dining Table by Article is crafted from natural wood, and each unique piece features natural differences in pattern and tone. The Seno is designed to seat 8+ with its extension leaves out, giving you enough versatility to accommodate plenty of guests.
This casual-style table would work well as an impromptu home office table, a homework station, or the center of a dinner party, and it can fit in with a wide range of interior design styles. For example, it would look great with Articles's Svelti or Rus Dining Chairs, or a combination of the two for a mix-and-match style.
10. Dublin Extendable Table
Price: $2,700
The Dublin Extendable Dining Table from AllModern features solid wood construction and two removable leaves. This solid oak dining table goes from seating eight people to seating 12 to 14 with both removable leaves added, expanding from 82.5" to 122". In addition, the leaves add 19.5" each to the table's length.
In addition to modern elegance, this extendable dining table is sturdy and built to last for years to come. The tabletop is stain-resistant, and the legs feature solid wood construction with a chunky silhouette that fits a range of interior design styles.
11. Bynoe Extendable Trestle Dining Table
Price: $1,299.99
The Bynoe Extendable Trestle Dining Table comes with one extension leaf to expand the tabletop from 59" to 77". The tabletop features natural wood grain with a sappy walnut veneer, and the base features a metal base over solid wood construction.
With a low price and modest footprint, this table would be an excellent option for furnishing your first home. It would also work well in small spaces, allowing you to collapse it down to a six-person size when you're not entertaining. At the full 77" length, it seats eight comfortably and 10 in a pinch, perfect for the versatile host.
12. Oak Slice Table
Price: Starting at $3,829
The Oak Slice Table from Burke Decor is a true showcase piece made from solid oak and available in three sizes. It's also available in teak and walnut, and it easily expands without interrupting the eye-catching wood grain pattern on the tabletop.
The Slice Table boasts a modern silhouette with chunky legs for a sturdy base and a reverse beveled edge to make it stand out. The small size expands from 55" to 86", allowing you to seat up to 10 guests when you have company. The large expands from 63" to 94", and the extra-large extends from 71" to 110".
13. Cleo Extension Dining Table
Price: $1,299
The Cleo Extension Dining Table from Poly & Bark extends from 71" to 109". It can seat 10 people comfortably and 12 in a pinch when fully expanded. It features a retro-influenced contemporary design, perfect for a mid-century modern look, and comes in either American black walnut or solid American white oak wood finishes.
This beautiful table would work well with mix-and-match armchairs and dining chairs — try the Lando Dining Chairs for a comfy, inviting look. The removable extension leaves fit at both ends, and the slightly splayed legs provide a sturdy, spacious seating area.
13. Regan Extendable Dining Table
Price: $1,200
The Regan Extendable Dining Table features a simple design with an airy silhouette, creating a versatile appeal that can work well in almost any space. It's made from sturdy wood with a light brown finish, and it boasts a sculptural sawhorse base for unique character. The removable leaf adds 18" and takes the table from 72" to 90".
When fully extended, this versatile table can seat up to eight people (10 in a pinch) and is perfect for large families and dinner parties. When collapsed, the table seats six people and makes an excellent workstation or homework table. And at $1,200, it's a great value for those just starting out.
14. Ventura
Price: Starts at $2,699
The Ventura Round Expandable Dining Table comes in your choice of seven wood finishes and two different sizes (54" and 48"). It boasts a beautifully-shaped round tabletop with tapered, splayed legs, perfect for mid-century modern spaces. In addition, it has a reverse-beveled edge and the distinctive, warm look of solid wood construction.
The 48" Ventura comes with two removable leaves, which extend it to either 66" or 84" — it seats four when collapsed, six with one leaf, and eight with two leaves. This round dining table transforms into an oval shape to accommodate more guests with the leaves added.
↦ Shop now at roomandboard.com
15. Clara
Price: $1,848
If you want to create a beachy, minimalist, modern farmhouse vibe in your dining room, the Clara Extendable Dining Table could be the perfect fit. The Clara is made with solid Acacia wood with grey mix uneven distress stain offering a rustic feel.
Its double extension stores under the table top for easy accessibility and it’s straightforward to extend with its ball-bearing glides, meaning you can set up your dining space for a large gathering of friends and family in next to no time.