Looked a long time for just the right cocktail table for new large family room.  Didn't want wood or glass as the "guys" would be watching games with their feet up.  Matches our leather couches well, and I have a large silver tray sitting on top to take glasses filled with libation and chip and dip dishes.  Legs were easy to just screw on.  An open up top would be very inconvenient to get to space inside.  Very pleased with my choice.