Bar Tables

Bar table sizes and heights explained

A bar table typically stands 90 to 110cm tall, a comfortable height for standing or perching on a tall stool. The right choice depends on where it’s going: 90cm suits most indoor kitchen bench scenarios, while 100 to 110cm works better in an open outdoor entertaining area. If you’re buying a table and stools together, the key measurement is the gap between seat height and tabletop, ideally 25 to 30cm, so a 100cm table needs stools with a seat height around 70 to 75cm to sit comfortably.

For seating numbers, a round table with a 60cm diameter comfortably fits two stools, while a 120cm rectangular table typically accommodates three to four at roughly 40cm spacing per person. If the bench has felt like the wrong fit for a while, start here.

Shop our white bar stools for a matching set at bench height, or explore our outdoor dining tables if you need a lower table for a full outdoor meal instead.

Choosing the right bar table for outdoor Australian conditions

If your bar table will live outdoors, it needs to handle UV exposure, occasional rain and summer heat without warping, cracking or rusting. Powder-coated aluminium frames paired with teak or weather-treated acacia tops are among the more reliable combinations for year-round use. Most indoor bar tables aren’t rated for outdoor use at all: untreated timber tops and standard steel frames deteriorate within one to two seasons in the Australian climate, so it’s worth looking for a table specifically labelled for outdoor or all-weather use rather than assuming any table will do.

If space is tight, a round table between 60 and 80cm in diameter is a popular choice for smaller balconies and courtyards, as it allows easier movement around the table than a square or rectangular equivalent with the same footprint.

Pair it with our outdoor bar stools for a weatherproof match, or browse our full bar stools range if you’re after more style options overall.

Matching stools to your bar table

Getting the seat-to-tabletop gap right, that 25 to 30cm clearance, matters more to comfort than either piece’s style, since even an attractive stool feels wrong if the knee clearance is off. If you already own a table and are shopping for stools separately, measure the tabletop height first to achieve the 25 to 30cm gap. This avoids a mismatched pair that looks fine in photos but doesn’t sit right in practice.

If a bar setup isn’t quite right for the space, mix in our dining tables for a lower, more traditional seating option.

Frequently asked questions

What is the standard height of a bar table?

Bar tables most commonly stand between 90cm and 110cm tall. Kitchen-style breakfast bar tables tend toward 90cm, while pub-style standing tables are usually 100cm to 110cm.

What stool height do I need for a 100cm bar table?

For a 100cm bar table, you need a stool with a seat height of approximately 70cm to 75cm. This gives you the 25cm to 30cm knee clearance recommended for comfortable seated use.

How many bar stools fit at a standard bar table?

A round bar table with a 60cm diameter comfortably fits two stools, while a rectangular table 120cm long typically accommodates three to four stools at 40cm spacing per person.

Can I use an indoor bar table outside?

Most indoor bar tables are not rated for outdoor use, as untreated timber tops and standard steel frames will deteriorate within one to two seasons in the Australian climate. Look for tables specifically labelled for outdoor or all-weather use.

Do bar tables come in round and square shapes?

Yes, bar tables are available in round, square, and rectangular shapes. Round tables between 60cm and 80cm in diameter are a popular choice for smaller balconies and courtyards, as they allow easier movement around the table.