Turn Up the Heat on Hosting With These Stylish Fire Pit Tables

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Fire pit tables are wildly popular and it’s easy to see why—they’re a stylish, practical addition to your outdoor space, and they often look much nicer than the cost would suggest. Along with keeping you warm on chilly nights and offering lighting for an after-dinner drink or after taking a dip in the hot tub, they serve as an eye-catching focal point to anchor your patio furniture set.

For tiny backyards and patios, there are compact fire pit tables no bigger than a small deck box that still offer enough room around the edge to set down a couple glasses of wine. Larger options can serve as full-on coffee tables to pair with outdoor sectionals.

From pieces with a cozy-looking faux-wicker finishes to sleek concrete tables, these are the best fire pit tables we recommend, whether your decor is contemporary, modern, or somewhere in-between.

The Best Fire Pit Tables

• Best Overall: Outland Living Fire Pit Table

• Best Budget: Bali Outdoors Propane Fire Pit Table

• Best Modern Design: Orren Ellis Propane Fire Pit Table

• Best Natural Design: Real Flame Sedona Concrete Fire Pit Table

• Best Wicker Option: Best Choice Products Gas Fire Pit Table

What to Consider

Dimensions

Start by measuring your space to figure out the appropriate dimensions for a fire pit table. Make sure any model you’re eyeing has proportions that work with your existing furniture and overall outdoor setup. Also determine how you want to use your fire pit table. Are you planning for it to host a full-on dining experience or do you just want some space to set your after-dinner drinks?

Heating Capacity

Most fire pit tables are propane-fueled, though larger models can hook up to a natural gas line. All of the options on our list have at least 50,000 BTUs because it puts out a decent amount of heat, though don’t expect it to match your patio heater in the dead of winter. Fire pit tables are great for a chilly evening but mainly provide ambiance.

Features

Fire pit tables have a hidden compartment in the base for the propane tank and larger options typically have a propane cover that’ll double as an end table and discreetly hide your propane tank. The glass wind guards you see in some product photos mean you can safely set a glass of wine on the table’s edge, though these are often sold separately. While fire pit tables are primarily used for warmth and ambiance rather grilling, there are a few options on the market that do both.

Check to make sure the one you buy is safe to use on your patio or deck material, or purchase a heat barrier to place underneath if you’re planning to put the fire pit table on a wooden deck.

How We Selected

To determine the best fire pit tables on the market, we scouted those with unique styles and a variety of features. We narrowed our shortlist down to a handful of high-quality pieces using what we learned from our own fire pit testing, as well as by combing through user reviews to ensure our options live up to the manufacturers’ promises of quality and durability. Our selection includes fire pit tables in a range of sizes across price points that work well in a variety of outdoor settings.

Fire Pit Table

This popular fire pit table has an elegant design allowing it to blend in seamlessly with a range of decor, whether you choose the cool-tone slate gray or the warm espresso brown.

It has a powder-coated aluminum frame covered in an all-weather material woven to resemble wicker and supplies 50,000 BTUs of heat. There’s a black tempered-glass insert to place over the lava rocks, which creates a flat surface and turns it into a coffee table.

Propane Fire Pit Table

Here’s a fire pit table with a solid lineup of desirable features. A major highlight is the included lid that’s designed to sit over the lava rocks, creating enough space in the center of the table for a wine bottle, glasses, and a few snacks.

It’s constructed of iron with an antique finish and features decorative details on the base. The fire pit table is powder-coated to prevent rust, and although it’s on the smaller side, it kicks out 50,000 BTUs of heat, with a side door in the base that hides the propane tank.

Propane Fire Pit Table

This slate gray concrete fire pit table with a distressed finish adds Brutalist vibes to your outdoor space. This model produces 50,000 BTUs of heat, can be used on a wood deck with a heat-resistant protective barrier, and the flame adjusts with a knob on the side.

It comes with lava rocks, a protective rain cover, and, like other higher-end options, includes a side table to store the propane tank. A huge plus—it comes fully assembled and includes lava rocks so all you need is propane to start enjoying. However, there’s no cover included.

Sedona Concrete Fire Pit Table

This handsome rustic fire pit table is made of concrete, but has the look of natural stone. The table, which can be placed on a wooden deck as long as there’s a heat-resistant barrier underneath, is propane-fueled and delivers 65,000 BTUs of heat, with a removable panel to store the propane tank and a knob on the side to adjust the flame.

It also comes with a gas conversion kit—a major bonus—if you have a natural gas line hookup, and lava rocks and glass beads are included with the table.

Gas Fire Pit Table

This fire pit table which match your wicker patio set or add some variety of textures to your setup. Its weather-resistant synthetic wicker resists mold and mildew so it’s great if you battle humid summers. The wicker is woven over a stainless steel frame all the way down to the legs for added durability and a uniform finish.

It comes with a lid and there’s a hook on the side to hang in when you want to light a fire for the night. Glass rocks are also included but don’t use all of them at once.

While generous, the amount of rocks is overkill and if you use them all, you’ll block the gas flow and have trouble starting the fire. The included lid will suffice but is a bit flimsy, though you can opt for a sturdier one later.

The fire pit itself is on the smaller side but it stills put out a solid 50,000 BTUs but this means you have extra space for your wine glasses, beer bottles, and small plates.

Zeta 1 Propane Fire Pit Table

This stainless-steel fire pit table has an adjustable flame and automatic shut-off for the gas line if the flame blows out. It comes with a sturdy lid and lava rocks so you’re ready to light up in no time—especially since assembly is fast and easy.

The spacious fire pit produces a flame that puts out a decent amount of heat for chillier summer nights though the size of this fire pit table best serves groups of two to four people. It’s compact but weighs a little over 55-pounds so it won’t tip over. The fire pit is pretty shallow so you may have trouble on particularly windy nights but, overall, this is a solid bet for any small space.

Rectangular Fire Pit Table

This versatile fire pit table has a subdued look and a substantial amount of table space for your outdoor gatherings. The magnetic side door hides the propane tank and electronic ignition makes starting a fire simple and easy.

It comes with lava rocks so it’s ready to go once it arrives and a waterproof cover is included for storage—an upgrade from the standard lid that covers only the fire pit area. The footpads ensure stability and are adjustable up to a couple inches so you can set it at a preferred height.

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