Al fresco entertaining is on the horizon, and the best patio dining sets will complete your outdoor oasis.
Even if you’re not working with much in the way of room, we’ll ensure you’re getting the most out of your space with one of these great furniture selections. They're stylish, functional, and on track to becoming one of the best parts of your home.
If you fancy a BBQ in the near future, or just want a place to kick back with a book and something sweet to drink, peruse the best outdoor furniture and get ready to slap on some SPF.
Patio dining sets: Quick menu
1. What to shop
2. FAQs
3. How we chose
4. Where to shop
The best patio dining sets to shop right now
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If you have a small backyard but still want to make a big impact, it's important to select small patio furniture that's durable, functional, and of course, adorable.
"Today, a patio isn’t just a patio," says Katie Fritz, content manager, Article. "It’s a ceiling-less living room, an open-air concept restaurant, the sidewalk bar of your dreams. For the perfect, personalized patio, look no further than your own personal style."
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What to shop
Price: Was $159.99, now $127.99
Dimensions (in.): Chair: H32 x W18 x D17; Table: H28 x D24 x L24
This multicolored patio set with steel table and rainbow slatted chairs folds away, making it perfect for staycations and camping. Add a jug of fresh juice, cut fruit, and some sandwiches, and you're all set.
Price: $273.99
Dimensions (in.): Chair: D22; Table: H27.25 x L23.5 x D23.5
Sit outside and pretend you're having a cafe creme outside a Parisian bistro with this metallic patio set. Sturdy and sleek, this stainless steel modern coffee table and chairs has the balance small space balance of a solid table with lightweight stackable chairs.
Price: $289.99
Dimensions (in.): Chairs: H33.5 x W16.5 x D16; Table: H29.5 x W14 x L27
Nothing extinguishes romance like cramming plates on a small patio table and knocking elbows while dining. Level up with this three-tier table and wicker chairs with ample space to socialize. Made of durable acacia wood, all-weather PE rattan, and an anti-rust steel frame, it's the perfect place to perch without scrimping on space.
Price: Was $323.68, now $294.99
Chairs: H35.25 x W21.25 x D25; Table: H28 x W31.25 x 31.25
Switch off devices and spend quality time with your family with this six-piece from Zipcode Design™, available at Wayfair. The set includes four chairs, tempered glass table and a parasol. With almost 1500 four-star reviews, you can buy with confidence.
Price: $2,700
Dimensions (in.): Table: H41 x W24 x L71; Chairs: H40 x W16 x D19 in
Elevate your outdoor space with this six-person patio dining set from Rasberry, available from All Modern. With white powder-coated aluminum frames, slatted waterfall table edges, and tall, low-backed bar stools, your outdoor space might be mistaken for a cosmopolitan and trendy wine bar, especially when coupled with one of the best drinks trolleys.
Price: $899.99
Dimensions (in.): Fire Table: H24.2 x W31.8 x L31.8; Chairs: H33.7x W27.5 x D30.5
This five-piece patio dining set is hot for all the right reasons. We've scoured the internet high and low, and found this multi-functional patio outdoor dining set with four outdoor rocking chairs, grey outdoor cushions, and a 32-inch propane gas fire pit table for those balmy summer evenings. It's also available in two other colorways with grey steel or black fire pits.
In need of a few other ideas? We've been eyeing the best wicker outdoor furniture, wooden patio furniture, and metal patio furniture guides for you to choose from.
FAQs
What kind of furniture is good for the patio?
"Just because your patio table doubles as an Uno showdown center doesn’t mean it has to look aggressive. Like its cousin the kitchen table, the patio table is your yard’s focal point and primary gathering place," Katie explains.
She says, "Achieving an indoor dining room look outside is mostly a matter of materials. Create a homey feeling with hearty woods. Colorful sturdy plastics say “I’m fun.” Black powder-coated iron asserts itself as being chic, but approachable. Mix and match materials to achieve the perfect balance."
You can also make your outdoor space feel like an entryway to elsewhere by adding a cultural influence to your design. Katie adds, "Try choosing a place you love and thinking about how it feels to be there."
What material is used for outdoor furniture?
Our expert guide on the best materials for outdoor furniture delves into the five to look out for when purchasing, including hardy teak, eco-friendly reclaimed plastic and sturdy aluminum.
How to arrange a patio dining set?
Jessica Ang, marketing manager, Crate and Barrel says, "Bring together elements of both the kitchen and the dining room to assemble your alfresco food prep, grilling, and dining area.
"If you have the room, try to keep some space between the grill itself and a dining table with mesh chairs. This gives the grill master room to work and keeps guests away from the heat of the charcoal."
She adds that you have to look at the size of the space and consider the aesthetic that you want to achieve overall.
"Create a traditional outdoor gathering space with long, classic rectangle outdoor dining tables in durable patio furniture materials such as stainless steel, aluminum, or unfinished FSC-certified teak," she says.
"Arrange around the tables enough outdoor dining chairs to seat all your usual guests and finish with acrylic drinkware and melamine serveware."
How we chose
Although we haven't been able to call in these patio dining sets to test out ourselves, we took a look at star ratings, reviews, and took size and function into consideration. Additionally, we had a look at product testimonials and read out its performance, sturdiness, assembly, and aesthetic appeal.
Where to shop
Still looking for a few more additions to complete your backyard? Discover where to buy furniture for your outdoor haven.
- Amazon patio dining sets
- The Home Depot patio dining sets
- IKEA patio dining sets
- Lowe's patio dining sets
- Target patio dining sets
- Wayfair patio dining sets
Now that you have the patio outdoor dining sets squared away, it's time to think about dinnerware. Anthropologie x Alexandra Farmer is a playful and vibrant new line you'll love for outdoor entertaining, starting at just $7.
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