8 Picnic Tables for Outdoor Dining

Key Specs

• Dimensions: 33.5 x 26.6 inches
• Material: Plastic resin
• Seating Capacity: 4 people

This one-piece table and chair set weighs a mere 15 pounds for ultimate portability.

Made from lightweight plastic resin, it packs up small enough to fit into the trunk of a full-size car and unfolds quickly for meals at the park or beach. The chairs and table are attached, so there’s no need to worry about any of the pieces getting separated—and they’re durable enough to hold up to four adults.

There’s also a handle attached to one of the chairs, so carrying the set to and from the parking lot isn’t cumbersome or awkward.

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Key Specs

• Dimensions: 43 x 30 inches
• Material: Solid wood
• Seating Capacity: 8 people

With comfortable, sturdy, high-back benches that seat eight and pull up close to the table for intimate conversation, this set is both handsome and practical. It’s crafted from solid wood, with angled legs and that add stability and give it a rustic look. Corners of the benches and table are rounded off and beautifully finished, and there’s a center hold in the table to add an umbrella.

The set shown here has a warm, cedar stain, but it’s also available in several others, including a walnut and redwood, plus an unfinished option that you can stain yourself. All are said to be naturally weather-resistant, but you may wish to cover it for extra protection.