Outdoor Bar Tables

Outdoor entertaining feels awkward when there is nowhere comfortable to gather, especially on compact patios or loosely planned outdoor areas. Outdoor bar tables create a practical place for drinks, casual meals and easy conversation without taking over the space.

Early Settler brings together outdoor bar tables suited to relaxed outdoor living, with shapes and sizes for different homes and layouts. Choose a setting that helps your space feel more welcoming, useful and comfortable for everyday moments outside.

An outdoor bar table is a weather-ready table, about 90 to 105cm high, designed for outdoor bar stools or standing use. This makes it useful outdoor bar furniture for casual drinks, light meals and conversation.

Early Settler’s Kace and Kai collections are designed and sourced by its in-house product design team rather than selected off the shelf. That considered approach gives each outdoor bar setting a consistent look across the wider collection.

Standard outdoor bar table height in Australia is 90 to 105cm, measured from the floor to the table top. This height suits casual dining, drinks and standing conversation in Australian homes and outdoor entertaining areas.

Counter height is lower, usually around 85 to 90cm, which places the surface closer to a kitchen bench. Checking this measurement helps you distinguish a true bar table from a counter height design before choosing for your space.

Choose outdoor bar stools with a seat height 25 to 30cm below the tabletop. Usually, 65cm stools suit tables up to 100cm high, while 75cm stools suit taller tables.

Early Settler stocks outdoor bar stools alongside bar tables, so the heights are made to work together. Browse the outdoor bar stools collection to compare compatible options and choose a comfortable combination for everyday outdoor entertaining.

Powder-coated galvanised steel, powder-coated aluminium and weatherproof moulded polypropylene are the outdoor bar table materials in Early Settler's current range. Each is selected for durability in Australian conditions, where sun, rain and changing layouts are part of outdoor living.

Each material brings a different practical benefit:

• Powder-coated galvanised steel – Most of the range, including the Kace tables and the Australia-only Bonnie tables, uses powder-coated galvanised steel for a solid, stable table that stands up to weather. The galvanised base resists rust, and the powder coating holds its colour through regular sun and rain.
• Powder-coated aluminium – The Kai table is made from powder-coated aluminium, which resists rust and stays light enough to move around a deck or balcony with ease.
• Weatherproof moulded polypropylene – The Arc table uses moulded polypropylene, which wipes clean, holds its colour outdoors and lifts easily to reposition. This makes it practical for busy outdoor areas and some commercial use, depending on the product specifications.

Round tables encourage conversation and suit tight courtyards, while a square table works for two to four people, including compact 2-seater layouts. A rectangle fits neatly against a wall or balcony railing, making it practical for narrow apartment spaces.

Early Settler’s current range includes rectangular Kace and Kai tables, plus round designs for smaller courtyards and more sociable seating. The 140cm Kace and 150cm Kai suit placement along a wall or railing. Allow roughly 90cm around the table for comfortable movement.

The collection spans cool blues and greens, warm orange and yellow tones, soft pinks, and crisp white finishes. Cooler shades suit coastal and contemporary spaces, while warmer tones sit happily alongside black, charcoal or brown accents you already own.

Outdoor bar tables need simple, regular care to limit salt build-up, grime and fading during an Australian summer. These steps suit the powder-coated metal and moulded polypropylene finishes used across this outdoor furniture range.

A few small habits will keep the surface looking good for longer:

• Wipe the table with mild soapy water and a soft cloth, then rinse and dry the surface.
• Rinse away salt residue more often in coastal areas, as it can collect around joins and coated metal surfaces.
• Use fitted breathable covers, move the table into shade, or store it during long periods of strong sun and heavy weather.
• Check the product care instructions before using cleaners, abrasive pads or solvents on coloured finishes.

Early Settler designs outdoor pieces for lasting everyday use and covers all goods with a minimum 12-month warranty. Simple care helps protect a table already made for regular outdoor living.

Founded in Melbourne in 1985, Early Settler has spent over 40 years helping Australian and New Zealand families create outdoor spaces that feel welcoming and lived in. With 54 stores across Australia and 13 across New Zealand, you can see and lean on an outdoor bar table in person before deciding, something online-only sellers cannot offer.

Complete the setting with outdoor dining tables, outdoor dining chairs, outdoor dining sets, side tables and outdoor benches that suit the same relaxed mood. Add outdoor rugs, outdoor cushions or a sun lounge, then take your time choosing the pieces that feel right for your home.

An outdoor bar table is also called a bar leaner, patio bar table, bar height table, high table or outdoor pub table. Some retailers use counter height table for similar designs, although counter height tables usually sit lower than true bar height models.

Yes, an outdoor bar table can work as a dining table for casual meals, drinks and smaller gatherings. Its taller surface creates a relaxed setting, but standard dining chairs sit too low, so the table needs compatible bar stools or standing use.

An outdoor bar table’s weight capacity depends on its frame, construction and manufacturer rating. Check the individual product specifications before placing heavy appliances or significant weight on the table, as one category-wide load limit does not apply.

Yes, an outdoor bar table can be used as a standing table because its 90 to 105cm height suits drinks, conversation and light meals while standing. Comfort varies by user height, so some people may prefer a lower counter height surface.

You can buy an outdoor bar table and stools as a set or separately, provided the seat height leaves 25 to 30cm below the tabletop. Sets simplify coordination, while separate pieces offer more control over style, quantity and seating comfort.