Round Dining Tables: Seating for 5–7 Guests

Round dining tables have a quiet advantage for groups of 5–7. Everyone faces in, so conversation flows without people leaning past corners or getting stuck at an “end” seat. That’s why circular dining tables and round dining tables are great, even when the room is busy.

Still, “5–7 seats” isn’t a promise stamped on the timber. It’s a practical mix of dining table diameter and chair width. Handcrafted dining tables can be made to suit that balance, but the numbers matter first. Keep reading to get to know every detail to take into consideration.

How Many People Can a Round Dining Table Seat?

Allow about 60 cm of edge space per person. It’s enough for a place setting and natural arm movement. With circular dining tables and round dining tables, this guideline keeps things feeling relaxed.

Chairs also set the limit. Most dining chairs land around 45–55 cm wide. If you’re pairing solid oak dining tables with substantial chairs, that extra width adds up quickly. The dining table might look generous, yet still feel tight once people sit down.

Here’s the honest bit: you can “fit” more people for a holiday meal, but comfort drops fast. Guests end up angled, shoulders touch, and plates start creeping inward. If you host often and want flexibility, extension tables and extension dining tables can help. They’re not just for long dining tables or large dining tables, there are round options that extend into an oval for bigger gatherings.

Best Table Diameters for 5, 6, and 7 Guests

Diameter is the main driver for 5–7 seating on round dining tables. Small changes make a noticeable difference, especially if you like wider chairs or prefer more personal space. This is where custom made dining tables shine.

Seating 5 comfortably

For five, a diameter around 120–135 cm is a dependable range. It suits everyday meals, gives each person enough edge space, and generally works with standard chair sizes. Many handcrafted dining tables sit comfortably here.

If you want a more substantial feel, solid oak dining tables in this size range can still look grounded, not undersized. The key is to keep chairs reasonably slim so the circle doesn’t get visually crowded.

Seating 6 comfortably

For six, look at 135–150 cm. This is the “most rooms, most families” sweet spot. It’s roomy without turning into one of those huge dining tables that dominates the floor plan. In practice, this range works well for circular dining tables in open-plan homes where the dining area needs to feel present but not heavy.

If you’re considering Australian made dining tables, this is also a common size band for premium builds, including large custom made dining tables that still feel balanced. It gives you a dining table that’s comfortable week to week, not just on special occasions.

Seating 7 (the tricky one)

Seven usually means 150–165 cm. The extra seat tends to be a “plus one,” not an evenly spaced perfect circle, so the details matter. Chair size matters. Base design matters. And yes, how often you actually seat seven matters. Do you want seven seats every day, or only now and then?

If your chairs have arms or bulky frames, move down a size category. It sounds minor, but it makes a big difference.

Conclusion

For 5–7 guests, the safest general sizing range is 120–165 cm, with 150 cm being a strong all-round choice if you genuinely want flexibility. A 150 cm round dining table often handles six comfortably and seven in a pinch.

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