Best Dining Room Furniture Sets

Mon Jun 23 2025

Furniture

The dining room is where weeknight dinners, special occasions, and impromptu game nights happen, and the right dining room set can make those everyday moments even better. If you're furnishing a small eat-in kitchen or a formal dining space, Van Vreede’s carries a wide variety of dining sets to help you find the perfect fit for your home.

In this blog, we’ll break down how to choose the right size and style, showcase some of our top-selling dining sets, and answer some common dining room furniture questions.

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What Comes in a Dining Room Set?

Dining room sets typically include a dining table and dining chairs, though some also feature matching benches, hutches, or sideboards. Seating arrangements can range from two-person bistro sets to ten-piece dining collections.

Some sets also come with additional pieces like mirrors, cabinets, hutches, benches, buffets, and more.

💡 Pro Tip: Always allow at least 36 inches between the table and surrounding walls or furniture so everyone can sit and move comfortably.

Best Small-Space Dining Sets at Van Vreede’s

These compact sets are great for eat-in kitchens, apartments, or breakfast nooks.

Homestyles Americana Off-White Kitchen Island Set
This multi-purpose kitchen island set offers both style and function. The drop-leaf top provides flexible space for casual meals, while the stools tuck neatly underneath when not in use.

Dining Set Features

Dropleaf top provides a flexible and casual dining area
Includes 3 bar stools with contoured seats
Extra countertop space for food prep and dining

Ashley Furniture Gesthaven Dining Table and 2 Chairs
Turn your eat-in kitchen or dining space into a cottage-chic retreat. A two-tone finish and pierced ladderback chairs serve up a charming look. Additional chairs can be added to expand seating.

Dining Set Features

Woodanville round dining table and two chairs
Made of veneers, wood, and engineered wood
Two-tone cream and brown finish
Drop-leaf table design

Homestyles French Countryside Off-White 5 Piece Dining Set
Crafted from hardwood and engineered wood, this set brings classic appeal in a space-saving format. A soft off-white finish complements any decor.

Dining Set Features

Includes 4 dining chairs and 1 table
Durable hardwood and engineered wood construction
Modern vintage styling with turned legs

Best Mid-Sized Dining Sets at Van Vreede’s

Perfect for families or those who entertain on occasion, these sets comfortably seat around 6 people.

Parker House Americana Modern Dining Table and 6 Upholstered Chairs
This table and chair set combines style and functionality. The expandable table accommodates up to 8 people and includes two Captain’s drawers for discreet storage. A cotton white and natural wood finish creates a warm and inviting aesthetic.

Dining Set Features

Expandable top seats 6, or 8 with an included 18" leaf
Two Captain's drawers with dovetail joinery and ball-bearing glides
Neutral multi-tone fabric on upholstered chairs
Burnished bronze metal hardware
Solid wood legs with cross supports

All Wood Furniture Walnut Veneer Top Two Tone Dining Set
A warm walnut veneer top pairs with an espresso-finished base that includes built-in storage. Mix and match seating options let you choose between ladderback and X-back chairs or a matching bench.

Dining Set Features

Table size: 42 x 60/78 x 30 H with butterfly leaf
Espresso base with storage
Padded brown PU seats
Available with ladderback or X-back chairs
Optional bench seating

Best Large Dining Room Sets at Van Vreede’s

Need more room for family dinners or entertaining? These larger sets offer generous space and style.

Parker House Lodge Dining 10-Piece Set
Cozy at heart, the Lodge Dining collection draws inspiration from rustic cabin design. With a multi-tone finish and iron-inspired accents, this set includes a counter-height table, 6 stools, and a display hutch.

Dining Set Features

Self-storing 24" butterfly leaf expands from 86" to 110"
Rustic counter-height design
Rubberwood solids and Acacia veneers
Bold custom hardware with a mountain-inspired color palette
Heavy straight lines add rustic charm

All Wood Furniture Rustic Two Tone Gathering Table
This two-tone gathering set combines style and practicality. The rustic table includes a self-storing butterfly leaf and is complemented by matching barstools.

Dining Set Features

Rectangular table with self-storing butterfly leaf
Includes 6 dining chairs and 1 table
Coordinated rustic two-tone finish
Bar-height seating for a modern farmhouse feel

What Dining Table Fits My Room?

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Explore Dining Room Furniture at Van Vreede’s

At Van Vreede’s, we carry a wide selection of dining room sets in every size and style, from casual breakfast tables to full formal dining collections.

Visit Van Vreede’s to shop for furniture from top brands. Contact us or visit our appliance store locations in Appleton, Green Bay, and Oshkosh to shop for the best dining room sets for sale. We also offer bedroom furniture, home office furniture, and home accents for your interior decorating needs.

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FAQs: Common Questions About Dining Room Sets

1. What size dining table fits in a 12x12 room?
A 72" rectangular table or a 60" round table typically fits well, leaving room for chairs and movement.

2. Can I use a rectangular table in a square room?
Yes, as long as you maintain enough space around all sides (ideally 36–42 inches), a rectangular table can work beautifully in a square room.

3. What kind of furniture goes in a dining room?
Most dining rooms feature a table, chairs, and optional pieces like a sideboard, server, or hutch.

4. How many people can sit at a 12-foot rectangular table?
A 12-foot table can usually seat 10–12 people, depending on chair size and spacing.

5. Should dining chairs be lighter or darker than the table?
There’s no strict rule; it’s all about contrast. Lighter chairs can brighten the space, while darker chairs create a more dramatic, anchored look.