Solid Wood Restaurant Tabletops—Shop Styles & Options
Restaurant Tabletops that enhance your space and survive daily service—custom solid wood tops you can choose by style, species, and edge profile, shipped nationwide. Pricing for a 24″×24″ top typically ranges from $120 to $240 depending on species and options. Each piece is built by experienced craftsmen with our restaurant table production process, using reclaimed or new lumber for one-of-a-kind results.
Choose Your Style & Wood Species
Restaurant Tabletops — Built for Daily Service
TimeWorn builds solid wood restaurant tabletops that hold up to hot plates, daily cleaning, and real traffic. We mill U.S. hardwoods, machine with CNC precision, and finish with an industrial SEFA‑8 acrylic polyurethane that stays smooth—no tacky feel after a year of wipes. And if you’re equipping a new concept or refreshing a dining room, start here for sizes, species, finishes, and timelines.
Restaurant Tabletop Sizes & Seating (Quick Rules)
- Per guest width: ~18″ for bars/quick‑service; ~24″ for casual/fine dining.
- Clearance: keep aisles at ≥36″ for comfortable access.
- Flexible floor: mix compact two‑tops and convertible four‑tops to handle peaks.
Common Tabletop Sizes
Table | Typical Size | Seats |
Two‑Top (rect.) | 24″×24″ or 24″×30″ | 2 |
Four‑Top (rect.) | 30″×48″ or 30″×54″ | 4 |
Flexible Drop Leaf Four‑Top | 36″x36″ to 51″ round | 4–6 |
Round | 36″–48″ | 3–5 |
Booth | Custom to inside width/depth | Varies |
For seat maps, ADA notes, and drop‑leaf conversions, see the Restaurant Table Tops Buyer’s Guide.
Best Wood Species for Restaurant Tabletops
- Walnut — premium tone/grain; great for upscale rooms.
- Quarter‑Sawn White Oak — extremely stable and wear‑resistant.
- Maple — clean/modern look; works well for quick‑ship programs and modern designs.
- Ash — strong grain and excellent value.
- Cherry — warm, reddish-brown that deepens with age; classic, upscale dining rooms.
- Reclaimed Oak/Pine — rustic character; ideal for bars and breweries.
Many operators blend species by zone—e.g., walnut in dining, reclaimed white oak on the bar—for contrast without losing cohesion.
Solid Wood Restaurant Tabletops: Collections (6 Surface Styles)
- Mixed Plank Table Tops — bold, 3–5″ boards; casual, modern look.
- Standard Plank Table Tops — 1½–2″ staves; antique oak/pine with authentic marks.
- Classic Line Table Tops— clean-lined plank pattern with narrow ~1¼–1½″ boards.
- Butcher Block Table Tops — narrow staves; uniform grain, ultra‑stable.
- Distressed — hand‑worked character that hides wear.
- Rustic Patina — preserved saw‑textured surfaces; artisan feel.
Specialty builds: Drop‑Leaf Tables • Bar Tops
Finish That Survives Daily Cleaning
Our SEFA-8 acrylic polyurethane, for instance, is engineered for the realities of front-of-house use, resisting sanitizers, wine, coffee, and heat. It effectively resists chemicals and remains smooth under frequent cleaning. This is unlike conversion varnish or lacquer, which often soften within 1–4 years. Significantly, it was designed solely for solid wood restaurant tabletops.
To learn more about industry testing and safety, please visit our BBB profile. Additionally, see our Care & Cleaning guide for approved products and daily routines
Lead Time & Logistics
- Typical lead time: 4–6 weeks from signed contract + deposit.
- Shipping: custom crating, nationwide delivery, coordinated deliveries.
- Rush capacity: available on request—ask early.
Buying Considerations (Quick Guide)
- For colors and sheen, match the species/stain to your brand palette. Request a 12″×12″ sample.
- In terms of size and shape, rectangular tables offer flexibility, rounds provide intimacy, and drop-leaf tables are ideal for compact footprints.
- For Customization & Branding, we offer CNC-engraved logos, routed edge profiles, and custom shapes.
- Regarding accessibility, target seat width and ensure ≥36″ aisle clearance; also consider edge radii for booth comfort. See the Buyer’s Guide.
- For adaptability, specify a few convertible tables (e.g., drop-leaf or clip-together) to handle peak hours without crowding.
Proven at Scale
We boast 17+ years of experience, with 55,000+ Restaurant Tabletops shipped. This includes thousands of bar tops and communal tables, with nationwide and international delivery.
Next Steps
Are you ready to specify your room? Begin by requesting a 12″×12″ sample (full-thickness, finished like the final product). Subsequently, we’ll send a detailed quote with sizes, species, and finish mapped to your concept.
Quick Links: Buyer’s Guide • Our Process • Drop‑Leaf Tables • Bar Tops • Case Studies • Get a Quote
FAQs
What makes TimeWorn restaurant tabletops different from mass-produced tables?
Each table top is built from 100% American-sourced lumber, crafted by skilled woodworkers, and finished with our SEFA‑8 tested acrylic polyurethane for durability. Learn more on our process.
Can you build custom sizes or shapes?
Yes — we build tables in any size, shape, or edge profile you need, including round, square, or extra‑long communal tables. Explore our edge profiles for design inspiration.
Do you offer a finish that resists heat, chemicals and scratches?
Absolutely. We use ML Campbell Polarion, a commercial‑grade acrylic polyurethane that resists heat, moisture, and restaurant cleaning chemicals. Learn more about maintenance in our care & cleaning guide.
How long will it take to receive my custom tabletops?
Lead times vary based on order size, but most projects ship within a few weeks. Visit our process page to see each step, from design approval to shipping.
Can I get matching bar tops or communal tables?
Yes — we produce matching restaurant bar tops and large communal tables for a cohesive design. Check out our bar tops page for examples.
Do you ship nationwide?
We ship to all 50 U.S. states with custom crating and protection to ensure safe delivery. Learn more about our Classic Line for a popular option.