I ordered this to go against the wall in my kitchen as a coffee bar. After reading the reviews, I was prepared in knowing that it would be a bit smaller than what i was imagining. It definitely is, but not enough that I'd return it. (See photo, it doesn't even up to the chair rail against the wall.) However, it is definitely perfect and just what I wanted. I wanted something that was slim enough to be able to access and still fit our kitchen table next to it. This definitely leaves plenty of room for both!

I think the height is a fixable issue. I read another reviewer mention she put 2x4s under the feet. I may have my husband cut some to size and see if it helps. 

As far as assembly, my husband put it together. He said it took about 20 minutes, and it helped that before he got started he read through the directions completely. Then he re-read them, step by step.

Pros: slim profile, additional storage
Cons: height