14 Best Console Tables to Liven Up Your Entryway in 2026

The Best Console Tables Make a Strong First ImpressionGive your entryway something worth talking aboutIn the entryway of Justina Blakeney’s California home, brass Moroccan mirrors and other collected treasures surround a niche in the wall above an antique Ethiopian Jimma stool that sits beneath a 1980s console.Photo: Jenna PeffleyYour vestibule is the first thing you see when you enter a home, which is why selecting one of the best console tables to hold court by the doorway matters. Also known as entryway or sofa tables, these furnishings are typically long and narrow, providing a landing spot for keys, mail, flowers, and other daily essentials. Drawers, shelves, and open space underneath can also hold shoes, baskets, books, or decor while keeping the area streamlined. The category is just as varied aesthetically, with options that suit styles from muted Japandi spaces to laid-back coastal settings.Whether sculptural statement pieces or slender wood designs that quietly fade into their surroundings, each table we selected below understands the assignment.Our Top Picks for the Best Console TablesBest Space SaverDesign Within Reach Risom Console TableRead MoreBest Burl BeautyMillwood Pines Seyed ConsoleRead MoreBest for Sculptural AppealArticle Tovi ConsoleRead MoreOur Top Picks for the Best Console TablesMore AD-Approved Console TablesFAQsBest Space SaverDesign Within Reach Risom Console TableMaterial: Solid oak legs, wood veneer, and MDFDimensions: 53.9"L x 15.74"W x 31.49"HWeight: 69.74 lbsMinimal, contemporary, and compact, this best-selling console table is for anyone who craves compactness without losing any character along the way. Designed in the ’70s by Jens Risom, the sparseness of the sleigh base is offset with some streamlined storage offered by the narrow, nearly hidden drawers.Best Burl BeautyMillwood Pines Seyed ConsoleMaterial: Manufactured wood, veneerDimensions: 31'' H X 48'' W X 16'' DWeight: 126 lbs.With charming waved edges and deep honey burl tones, this piece feels playful and sophisticated at the same time. The curves are perfect for softening your space, especially if it’s placed along with more angular furniture, while the overall glamour of the piece would look right at home in an upscale apartment or quiet country home.Best for Midcentury StyleArticle Tovi ConsoleMaterial: Solid and veneered oak, engineered wood, ironDimensions: 30"H x 51.25"W x 17.75"DWeight: 37.5 lbs.We like the way Article’s Tovi console table hugs a wall. The interlocking wooden legs give the piece a sculptural feel, which makes up for the fact that you don’t have any drawer space. Stationing this oak wood beauty right in your entryway is one way to greet visitors with great design, especially if you add an equally artistic vase and a few of your favorite coffee table books.Best Budget PickPlank+Beam Forma Console TableMaterial: WoodDimensions: 32"H x 46.5"W x 12"DWeight: 32.7 lbsThis down-to-earth table keeps its shelving directly on the floor, which is an unexpected way to add decorative accents or a row of storage baskets and bins to a foyer. We especially like the cut-out effect of the curved legs connecting the bottom and top shelves. The light pecan-colored wood is also neutral enough to blend with an airy, light-colored space or bold wallpaper, so it’s a true team player.Best for Classic, Modern DesignRejuvenation Woodson Console TableMaterial: Solid walnutDimensions: 32"H x 53"W x 14"DWeight: 48 lbsFor a classic look with a modern edge, opt for this minimal (but not boring) console table. The extra shelf provides storage or staging space, making it a nice match for multiple spaces, and the durable walnut wood ensures that if you treat it well, it will be with you for years without looking any worse for the wear.Best Bohemian DesignCrate & Barrel Intarsia Mosaic Console TableMaterial: Mango wood, teak, boneDimensions: 30.5"H x 49.75"W x 13.75"DWeight: 66 lbsFor a hallway beamed straight out of Marrakech, this mosaic piece combines woods and neutrals to a trippy effect. The triangular designs feel playful but not overwhelming in spaces that lean bohemian or eclectic. Beyond the design, the materials are the true standouts here: long-lasting teak and durable bone that can withstand use in a higher-traffic space.Best Table With Closed StoragePottery Barn Chico Reclaimed Wood Console TableMaterial: Kiln-dried reclaimed pine and MDFDimensions: 34"H x 93"W x 18"DWeight: 198 lbsOften used in entryways or hallways, console tables quickly become the drop zone for everything from keys and wallets to mail and school supplies. Keep your space clutter-free with Pottery Barn’s Chico console table. With a whopping 11 drawers of storage space at your disposal, plus two different sizes to choose from, this table offers endless organization possibilities.Serena & Lily South Seas Rattan ConsoleMaterial: RattanDimensions: 66"W x 17"D x 31.5"HWeight: Not listedFor more of a laidback look, consider rattan in a space that needs a dose of warmth and texture. The gallery-edged top of this woven console creates a defined surface for beloved family photos, ceramics, and other collected objects—all balanced on some handsome wrapped legs and curved joinery.Article The Torme Console BundleMaterial: Solid and veneered oak, MDFDimensions: 30"H x 48"W x 14"DWeight: 67.75 lbsClean lines and beveled edges give this console an airy, understated look with open storage for displaying decorative objects while offsetting visual weight. The wide expanse of the console’s middle shelf is versatile enough for storing small and large items, while the slim space underneath leaves room for storing slippers and shoes after you’ve kicked them off in the entryway.Joss & Main Redrow ConsoleMaterial: RattanDimensions: 32.28'' H X 51.18'' W X 13.77'' DWeight: 41 lbsA little bit coastal, a little bit modern, but entirely stylish, this rattan console feels like something we’d spot in the latest season of The White Lotus. It’s got a simple silhouette encased in cross hatch rattan and we like that it’s also available in a white wash finish to give an even more rustic look, as well as all black that tips the scale in the direction of very modern and sleek.Sundays Frame ConsoleMaterial: Solid walnut woodDimensions: 29"H x 59"W x 18"DWeight: Not listedCrafted from American walnut and oak, this console pairs a pared-back silhouette with a curved bullnose edge that softens its clean, angular frame. The natural wood grain and streamlined proportions give it enough presence to anchor an entryway without overwhelming the surrounding decor.House of Leon Shou Sugi Ban Entry ConsoleMaterial: Charred Douglas fir woodDimensions: 60"W x 13"D x 30"HWeight: 47 lbsWith its streamlined silhouette and bold finish, this entry table feels especially at home in Japandi and wabi-sabi interiors. House of Leon crafts it from Douglas fir using shou sugi ban, a traditional Japanese technique that preserves wood by charring its surface. The slim, compact profile makes it a smart choice for smaller entryways, where it adds texture and presence without taking up too much room.Arhaus Lonny Console TableMaterial: Solid poplar wood and birch veneerDimensions: 48"W x 14"D x 30"HWeight: 99 lbsHaven’t you heard that glossy, lacquered finishes are in? With this Arhaus table, the polished sheen lends it an air of glamour, while the floating lower shelf serves as an extra surface for stacked books, storage baskets, or a low-profile lamp without weighing down the design. Two sizes—48- and 60-inch silhouettes—also make it easy to scale the piece to fit the surrounding room.Soho Home Locanda ConsoleMaterial: Poplar wood, olive ash burl veneer, oak veneer, stainless steel, dark emperador marbleDimensions: 34"H x 48"W x 15"DWeight: 174 lbsThe mixture of scalloped burl and flecked marble give this console table some compelling texture. It feels distinctly modern and slightly maximalist, especially if you plan on pairing it with a dramatic area rug and some statement lighting. The earthy color palette grounds the design in something surprisingly neutral, though guests won’t confuse your aesthetic as understated.FAQsWhat materials are best for a console table?Whether your interior design style best suits wood, metal, glass, or stone, the best console table materials are durable and don’t wobble with every footstep as you walk by. Stone and metal console tables are best for those looking for longevity. These materials can be used indoors or outdoors—always check your table’s specifications first—and are the most resilient against spills, stains, and dust. Wood is one of the most common materials for console tables, providing a timelessness and warmth to the case piece. Glass consoles are ideal for small spaces, as they limit visual clutter and help light pass through the entire room.What width is best for a console table?Most console tables are between 12 and 16 inches wide. However, some, like serving consoles designed for dining tables, can be upwards of 18 inches wide to accommodate buffet-style serving dishes. When sizing a console table for your space, it’s important to leave 14 or so inches of space between the table and any other furniture piece or wall to allow for easy walking or maneuvering through the space. You’ll want the table’s surface to be wide enough to house a table lamp, catchall, houseplant, or any other entryway essential, without needing to squeeze around it.What is the difference between a console table and a sofa table?Console tables and sofa tables refer to the same furniture piece—a long, narrow table that sits in an entryway, hallway, or living room. Console tables and sofa tables are terms that can be, and often are, used interchangeably. Sofa tables commonly indicate a table that sits behind a sofa, housing table lamps, vases, and more living room decor. A console table can be shorter than a sofa back, can regularly be found in entryways and hallways, and function as both a drop zone for daily essentials and a display piece for vases, books, or other decor pieces. Retailers use both terms when listing these tables, so be sure to search for both to not limit your options.What are the top features to look for in the best console tables?Console tables should serve a purpose and suit the layout of the room. In an entryway, storage features such as drawers or a lower shelf make space for mail, keys, baskets, and other everyday items that can become cluttered otherwise—especially in a small space. Consider display potential too: The surface should accommodate a lamp, tray, books, or collected objects without feeling overcrowded. In AD home tours, consoles often display artwork and personal treasures, as seen in this eclectic London home.Measure the table’s width, depth, and height before buying, and consider how its shape affects the flow of the room. Slim rectangular designs work well in narrow hallways or behind sofas, while rounded silhouettes and open bases can make tight spaces easier to navigate. Finally, check the weight capacity and whether anti-tip or wall-anchoring hardware is included. Narrow, tall, or top-heavy pieces should be secured, especially in homes with children or pets.Nora Taylor is a writer, editor, and copywriter living in the Hudson Valley. Her work has appeared in a variety of places including Architectural Digest, Curbed, Hodinkee, Robb Report, and Sotheby's. She is currently the senior editor of Citizen Magazine. ... Read MoreJacorey Moon has a penchant for storytelling with a B.B.A in Marketing from Valdosta State University and an M.A. in Magazine, Newspaper, and Online Journalism from Syracuse University. He is a seasoned writer and editor in the fashion, home, and commerce spaces, having bylines at titles such as Esquire, Good ... Read More