Outdoor Tables

Outdoor Tables for Patios, Decks, Porches, and Backyards

Outdoor tables help make a patio, deck, porch, garden, pool area, or backyard more useful. Whether you need a patio dining table for outdoor meals, a coffee table for a conversation set, a side table for drinks, or a fire pit table for evening gatherings, the right table helps complete your outdoor furniture setup.

At The Outdoor Furniture Authority, our outdoor tables collection is built for shoppers comparing patio tables, outdoor dining tables, patio coffee tables, side tables, fire pit tables, bistro tables, console tables, and accent tables for outdoor living spaces. This collection helps you find the right table for relaxing, dining, entertaining, and everyday backyard use.

Shop Outdoor Tables by Type

Different outdoor spaces need different table styles. A dining patio needs a larger table with chairs, while a lounge area may only need a coffee table and a few side tables. Use the sections below to compare the most common outdoor table options.

What Counts as an Outdoor Table?

Outdoor tables include any table designed for patio, deck, porch, garden, pool, or backyard use. This can include dining tables, coffee tables, side tables, end tables, bistro tables, fire pit tables, console tables, folding tables, and accent tables.

The best outdoor table depends on how you use the space. A dining area needs a table that fits chairs and meals. A lounge area needs a coffee table or side tables for drinks, books, snacks, and decor. A fire pit area may need a fire pit table that creates a central gathering point.

Patio Dining Tables

Patio dining tables are built for outdoor meals, family dinners, cookouts, weekend gatherings, and backyard entertaining. They usually pair with outdoor dining chairs and may be part of a full patio dining set.

When choosing an outdoor dining table, think about how many people you want to seat, how much walking room you have around the table, and whether you need an umbrella hole or shade nearby.

Outdoor Coffee Tables

Outdoor coffee tables work well with patio conversation sets, sectionals, sofas, loveseats, and lounge chairs. They give you a place for drinks, snacks, books, lanterns, planters, and small outdoor accessories.

A coffee table can help make an outdoor seating area feel more like a complete living room. It works especially well with outdoor sectionals and patio furniture sets.

Outdoor Side Tables

Outdoor side tables are useful beside patio chairs, Adirondack chairs, rocking chairs, benches, chaise lounges, and pool seating. They are smaller than coffee tables and are perfect for drinks, phones, sunglasses, books, snacks, or small decor pieces.

If you have multiple seating areas, side tables can make each seat more comfortable and practical.

Fire Pit Tables

Fire pit tables can act as both a table and a gathering point. They are popular for patios, decks, backyard seating areas, and evening outdoor spaces where people want to sit, talk, and relax.

Before choosing a fire pit table, check the size of your space, the table’s fuel type, safety instructions, clearance needs, and whether it matches your seating layout.

For more fire-focused options, browse Fire Pit Tables.

Bistro Tables and Small Patio Tables

Bistro tables and small patio tables are a good choice for balconies, apartments, small porches, narrow decks, and compact garden spaces. They usually pair with two chairs and create a simple place for coffee, meals, reading, or casual outdoor use.

If your outdoor area is small, measure carefully and leave enough space for chairs to pull out comfortably.

Outdoor Tables by Space Type

How to Choose Outdoor Tables

The best outdoor table should fit your space, match your seating, and support how you use your patio or backyard. A dining table needs room for chairs and movement. A coffee table should sit at the right height for lounge seating. A side table should be easy to reach from a chair.

When comparing outdoor tables, look for:

• Correct size for your patio, deck, porch, balcony, or backyard
• Table height that matches your seating
• Weather-resistant materials
• Easy-clean surface
• Enough room around the table for chairs and walking space
• Umbrella hole if you need shade over a dining table
• Sturdy frame for windy or open outdoor spaces
• Storage-friendly or foldable design for small spaces
• Style that works with your existing outdoor furniture

Outdoor Table Materials

Outdoor tables come in many materials, including wood, metal, aluminum, steel, glass, wicker-style frames, resin, plastic, HDPE, and mixed-material designs. The best material depends on your climate, maintenance preferences, and style.

• Wood: Natural look for dining tables, coffee tables, and classic patio spaces.
• Metal: Strong option for patio tables, dining sets, and sturdy outdoor layouts.
• Aluminum: Lightweight and commonly used for outdoor dining and accent tables.
• Glass: Common on patio dining tables and coffee tables, especially with metal frames.
• Resin or plastic: Lightweight, practical, and often easy to clean.
• HDPE/poly lumber: Weather-resistant option for outdoor tables and seating sets.

Do Outdoor Tables Need Covers?

Outdoor table covers can help protect tables from rain, sun, pollen, leaves, dust, and long periods without use. Covers are especially helpful if the table stays outside year-round or if the surface is wood, glass, or part of a larger patio set.

Helpful related collections include Shade & Covers and Outdoor Storage.

Outdoor Tables FAQ

What is the best outdoor table for a patio?

The best outdoor table for a patio depends on how you use the space. Choose a dining table for meals, a coffee table for lounge seating, side tables for drinks, or a fire pit table for evening gatherings.

What size outdoor dining table should I buy?

Choose a table that seats your household and guests while leaving enough space to walk around it. Measure your patio before buying and allow room for chairs to pull out.

Are fire pit tables worth it?

Fire pit tables can be worth it if you want a central gathering point for outdoor seating, evening relaxation, and backyard entertaining.

What outdoor table is best for a small balcony?

For a small balcony, a bistro table, folding table, compact side table, or narrow patio table is usually the best fit.

Should outdoor tables match outdoor seating?

They do not have to match perfectly, but the height, size, material, and style should work well with your seating layout.

What material is best for outdoor tables?

The best material depends on your climate and maintenance needs. Wood, metal, aluminum, glass, resin, and HDPE can all work for outdoor tables.

How do I protect outdoor tables?

Use furniture covers, clean surfaces regularly, store small tables when needed, and choose weather-resistant materials suited to your climate.

Complete Your Outdoor Living Setup

Outdoor tables make patios, decks, porches, gardens, pool areas, and backyards more useful. Whether you need a dining table, coffee table, side table, bistro table, or fire pit table, this collection gives you a strong starting point for building a better outdoor space.

Helpful next steps: browse Outdoor Furniture, Patio Furniture Sets, Outdoor Seating, Fire Pit Tables, or Shade & Covers.