Bistro sets are synonymous with relaxed, casual dining and lend themselves particularly well to small spaces. Whether you have a balcony, terrace or patio, there's a garden bistro set to suit every outdoor area.
A bistro set will typically consist of two chairs and a table, often foldable or stackable, and always easy to store, which is particularly important if you're working with a compact space.
If you want to enjoy breakfast every morning with your favourite magazine, get a change of scenery and head outside to 'work from your garden', or simply prop up a bluetooth speaker and bask in the sun with your favourite songs playing in the background, then a bistro table and chairs set will soon become your go-to spot.
The good news is, you never have to compromise on style either. Whether it's made from rattan, acacia wood or metal, you can find a bistro set to suit. For example, a metal bistro set will add a splash of colour (dopamine style, from zesty orange to electric blue) to your surroundings, while a chic rattan bistro set will suit a contemporary garden with an outdoor living room setting. Alternatively, a bar-style bistro set is the perfect accompaniment to a garden bar setup.
Keep reading to browse and shop our favourite bistro sets in 2023...
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Stylish Bistro Set — Bistro Set
M&S Collection Stroud 2 Seater Bistro Table & Chairs
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Stylish Bistro Set — Bistro Set
M&S Collection Stroud 2 Seater Bistro Table & Chairs
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We love this stylish two-seater bistro set from M&S, which features curved legs, a heart-like design on the seat backs, and a round table for dining. The sage green hue is the perfect colour for a calm outdoor setting.
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Rattan Bistro Set — Bistro Set
Budapest 2 Seater Rattan Coffee Set
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Rattan Bistro Set — Bistro Set
Budapest 2 Seater Rattan Coffee Set
Featuring on-trend curved rattan chairs with padded, upholstered seat pads and a small round table, this stylish bistro set from Dunelm is the ultimate spot for morning coffee in the sunshine.
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Contemporary Bistro Set — Bistro Set
Murcia Outdoor Bistro Set in Charcoal
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Contemporary Bistro Set — Bistro Set
Murcia Outdoor Bistro Set in Charcoal
£580 at housebeautiful.co.uk
This contemporary bistro set features two woven rope design chairs (curve appeal!) and a round side table, perfect for enjoying your morning cup of tea on the patio. This cushions are showerproof, too.
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Best Bistro Set For Lounging — Bistro Set
Biarritz Garden Bistro Set, Light Grey
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Best Bistro Set For Lounging — Bistro Set
Biarritz Garden Bistro Set, Light Grey
A bistro set where lounging is top priority, the shortened day bed-style chairs ooze comfort and style here, thanks to its light grey rope detailing and sleek black aluminium legs. It comes with a round table which you can perch your drinks on.
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Wooden Bistro Set — Bistro Set
GoodHome Virginia Acacia Wooden 2 seater Bistro set
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Wooden Bistro Set — Bistro Set
GoodHome Virginia Acacia Wooden 2 seater Bistro set
Excellent for small spaces, this acacia wood garden bistro set from B&Q is long-lasting and weather resistant (though if the furniture is stored outside, cover it with a waterproof cover). It can also fold away easily after use, meaning you can save space on your patio or balcony in an instant.
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Water Resistant Bistro Set — Bistro Set
John Lewis Salsa Garden Bar Table & Chairs Set
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Water Resistant Bistro Set — Bistro Set
John Lewis Salsa Garden Bar Table & Chairs Set
Keep the drinks flowing outside with John Lewis' bar-style bistro set. Featuring an updated rattan design, it has been made from steel and polyweave construction.
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Metal Bistro Set — Bistro Set
Rome folding bistro set - dark green
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Metal Bistro Set — Bistro Set
Rome folding bistro set - dark green
The warmer weather is on its way, so snap up this powder-coated steel bistro set while there's still time. Ideal for alfresco dining, this premium Italian garden furniture by Emu comes with one rectangular table and two foldable chairs. It's produced from the highest-quality steel, undergoing a unique four-stage finishing process to allow for exceptional durability.
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Contemporary Bistro Set — Bistro Set
Palma Outdoor Bistro Set in Grey
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Contemporary Bistro Set — Bistro Set
Palma Outdoor Bistro Set in Grey
£875 at housebeautiful.co.uk
With two comfortable chairs and a raised side table, this bistro set will suit a multitude of garden schemes, but will look right at home in a traditional, cottage style or courtyard garden. It has been made from an all-weather 5mm PE rattan with a handwoven and washed grey finish.
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Best Bar Bistro Set — Bistro Set
Habitat 2-Seater Bamboo Bar Bistro Set
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Best Bar Bistro Set — Bistro Set
Habitat 2-Seater Bamboo Bar Bistro Set
Looking for a bar-style bistro set? This one from Argos is a great stylish buy. Slimline and made from bamboo, the high table and chairs are ideal for brunch, lunch or evening co*cktails in your garden.
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Best Compact Bistro Set — Bistro Set
Gardenline Rope Effect Bistro Set
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Best Compact Bistro Set — Bistro Set
Gardenline Rope Effect Bistro Set
This compact rope effect bistro set from Aldi is a bargain buy. We like that this is a longer table – the rectangular design is perfect for enjoying meals, offering more surface space for plates, drinks and the like. Conveniently, the chairs (seat cushions included) neatly tuck into the frame of the table when not in use.
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Recycled Bistro Set — Bistro Set
lima Lima Recycled Plastic Garden Bistro Set
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Recycled Bistro Set — Bistro Set
lima Lima Recycled Plastic Garden Bistro Set
This bistro set, which comprises two stackable chairs and a table, is made from 100 per cent recyclable fibreglass resin. We love the moss green colourway too.
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Foldable Bistro Set — Bistro Set
John Lewis ANYDAY Camden 2-Seater Garden Bistro Table & Chairs Set
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Foldable Bistro Set — Bistro Set
John Lewis ANYDAY Camden 2-Seater Garden Bistro Table & Chairs Set
Refresh your outdoor space this spring with this pretty, foldable bistro garden table and chairs set. Sturdy, lightweight and easy to store, it's giving us French bistro terrace vibes. Très chic.
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Best Bistro Set For The Family — Bistro Set
Argos Home 4-Seater Bistro Set
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Best Bistro Set For The Family — Bistro Set
Argos Home 4-Seater Bistro Set
This Scandi-style bistro set includes two chairs and a two-seater bench, so it's perfect for the whole family to unwind. We love the slate grey colourway, which will complement every patio space.
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Easy To Clean Bistro Set — Bistro Set
vidaXL 3 Piece Folding Bistro Set Plastic Green
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Easy To Clean Bistro Set — Bistro Set
vidaXL 3 Piece Folding Bistro Set Plastic Green
Made of durable plastic, this bistro set is weather resistant and easy to clean. The table and chairs can be folded and stored when not in use.
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Bamboo Bistro Set — Bistro Set
2 Seater Bamboo Garden Bistro Set - Natural
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Bamboo Bistro Set — Bistro Set
2 Seater Bamboo Garden Bistro Set - Natural
Impress guests with Habitat's super stylish bamboo garden bistro set. The natural rattan effect armchairs offer ergonomic comfort, with padded seat and back cushions (the covers are washable too). We're also fond of the small glass-topped table — perfect for a drink or two.
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Best Bistro Set For A Balcony — Bistro Set
Argos Home 2-Seater Rattan Effect Garden Bistro Set
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Best Bistro Set For A Balcony — Bistro Set
Argos Home 2-Seater Rattan Effect Garden Bistro Set
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We love this space-saving bistro set for balconies – perfect for those of us who live in the city. The chairs stack for easy storage, so you won't have to worry about it taking up too much space.
Lisa Joyner
Senior Digital Writer, House Beautiful and Country Living
Lisa Joyner is the Senior Digital Writer at House Beautiful UK and , where she's busy writing about home and interiors, , , pets, health and wellbeing, countryside news, small space inspiration, and the hottest properties on the market. Previously, she has written for , and magazine. Lisa studied at University For The Creative Arts, where she completed a BA in Fashion Journalism.