What Is a Bistro Table?
Originating in the cafes of France, bistro tables are used by the space-deprived and style-discerning alike. These small tables lend themselves well to an intimate dinner or a drink with a friend. Does this Spark an idea?
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Origin
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A bistro, whether a cafe a restaurant or a bar, is small and intimate, with small tables.
Size
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Bistro tables are small, like bistros. The tables typically seat two comfortably, or three with a bit of crowding.
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Function
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Bistro tables can function as a daily dining area in a cramped apartment or as occasional seating on the patio.
Style
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Bistro tables come in plastic, aluminum, wood and wrought iron to blend with any decor. Table tops include colored glass or mosaic tile to match your color scheme.
Height
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Dining-height bistro tables are appropriate for everyday use and approximate to a conventional dining table in height. Counter-height bistro tables are equivalent in height to a kitchen counter. Pub/Bar height is generally reserved for as a drinks-only table, typically only large enough to accommodate two glasses and a small appetizer.
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References
- Photo Credit street cafe image by Tammy Mobley from Fotolia.com
