Exactly what we needed to fit the in between area of our kitchen/breakfast nook/living room. It serves well as a communal place while someone is cooking, but also functions as an island and breakfast table all in one with the height. I put it together myself, and directions were easy enough to follow. I'd recommend having a drill near by to assist when it can appropriately and save tiring your hands when you can. The top shelf allows for a little more room than the middle and bottom do. Overall sturdy and maintains moisture at surface not ruining the finish!