Love, love, love this table.  I purchased this to use as a desk in my craft room.  As other reviewers have mentioned, the only potential drawback is that the top is textured and not flat, so if you get glitter, beads, or food crumbs on the top, it's kind of easiest to use the vacuum to clean it and then give it a good wipe down.  This uneven top is also part of what gives it a lovely, rustic look.  I placed a tempered glass crafting mat on top of mine so I would have a nice smooth surface to work on, but this wouldn't be the best solution for a dining table.  Nice and sturdy.  I love that there are two lined drawers on each side of the table and plenty of room for storage and baskets below.  I used the shelves below to store books.  I've ordered a 25" bar stool to fit this table.  Just keep in mind it's more counter height and not really bar height.