Bistro Sets for the Garden
Those looking at seating for two for a smaller outside area will like one of these Bistro Sets for the Garden. Each will have some items that will work better for some than others, either with finishes or with seating comfort.
I will give you the details of each of these bistro sets and let you make up your mind on what will work best for you and your guest.
Now let us get the details of each of these seven sets. Use the set name to skip down to the expanded details of each set.
Over view of bistro sets
Better Homes & Gardens Hillsboro 3-Piece Patio Bistro Set
Price when this article was written: $357.50
A simple set with no movement or cushions, you can leave it out to use any time with not set time. The Legs of this set will look like turned wood.
The frames are made from steel that has a matte black finish to resist rusting in outdoor weather conditions. The slats for the seats, backs, and tabletop are made from polystyrene, a material that will not rust and will not absorb moisture.
The table will have four straight legs with a turned wood look. It will be 26 inches across and 28 inches tall. It will have the biggest surface area of any table in this article and can handle up to 50 pounds of stuff.
Each chair will be 24 inches deep, 22.5 inches wide, and 33 inches tall. They will hold 250 pounds of weight each. The front legs will have that turned wood look.
This set is for those who just want to use their set and not worry about storing anything between uses.
Pros
- No cushions to store
- Faux wood turned legs
- Polystyrene slats, will not rust
Cons
- No cushions for seating comfort
- Plastic staps could be tough to replace if broken
- No movement in chairs
Walnew Rattan Bistro Set
Price when this article was written: $109.99 to $118.99
Simple no movement set with five different seat cushion color choices, black, blue, gray, red, or white. The frames will all have the same dark brown finish as the woven resin wicker.
The table will have a tempered glass insert for the top that can be removed when you need to clean under it. The U shaped legs will have a bar between them for extra support.
The seat cushions will have a foam fill and a polyester fabric cover that can be removed to clean. The cushions are 21 inches square and 2.2 inches thick.
The table will be smaller at 16.5 inches by 16 inch top and 15.5 inches tall. The tempered glass top will be 16.5 inches by 16 inches if you need to replace it.
Each chair will be 22.8 inches deep, 21.8 inches wide, and 30 inches tall. The chairs will have a resin wicker back and partial skirt on each of the four sides under the seat. Each chair will support 285 pounds, the most in any in this article.
Pros
- 5 colors of cushions
- 285 pound weight capacity
- Look of rattan wicker
Cons
- Cushions will need a storage solution
- Glass insert may be difficult to replace if broken
- No motion in chairs
Mainstays Sand Dune Tan
Price when this article was written: $134
This simple set with no motion and the sling fabric for seats and backs will work well for those who don't want to store their patio furniture.
The sling material last very well in outdoor weather conditions, I have a set that has been outside for over 10 years and still looks and sits great.
Straight legs will give no motion but will support 250 pounds each. With steel frames with a matte brown powder-coated finish.
The table will have a tempered glass top that is 24 inches across and 28 inches tall. Each chair will be 22.25 inches wide, 25 inches deep, and 34.65 inches tall.
The sling material will make this a great set to leave outside without having a storage solution. For a more detailed review of the Sand Dune bistro set, see my article here.
Pros
- Sling material very comfortable and last well outdoors
- Powder-coated frames for outdoor durability
- No cushions to store
Cons
- No motion in chairs
- Glass top will be hard to replace if broken
- Can be hard to assemble if damaged in shipping
Mainstays Belden Park Bistro Set
Price when this article was written: $249.97
This set will have almost full motion and cushions for long term sitting comfort. The top of the chairs will sit in the base on a post for the swivel motion and have bars connecting the base and seat portion to give a small rocking motion.
Round bases will support 250 pounds, and the blue cushions will give plenty of seating comfort. The frames will be made from steel with a powder-coated finish for durability in outdoor weather conditions.
The table will have four legs and lower support. A tempered glass tabletop will top the table. It will be 24 inches across and 28 inches tall.
Each chair will sit on a round base and have polyester cushions. These cushions should be stored when not in use to be able to last more than a few seasons in outdoor weather conditions.
For those who will need replacement cushions they seat cushion is 20.87 inches deep, 16.69 inches wide, and 3.15 inches thick. The back cushion is 18.9 inches wide, 20.87 inches tall at the top of the arch, and 2.36 inches thick.
This a modest priced set with full motion and cushions for long-term seating comfort. For more of my details on the Belden Park bistro set, follow this link to my article.
Pros
- The chairs swivel and have a rocking motion
- Seat and back cushions
- Powder-coated finish for outdoor durability
Cons
- Cushions will need a storage solution
- Glass tabletop may be hard to replace if broken
- Not a true rocker only a small back and forth motion
Better Homes and Gardens Azalea Ridge Set
Price when this article was written: $374.97
This set is a little of the high side in price. For that price you get the great looks of a woven resin wicker finish, two swivel chairs with thick cushions and a small side table.
The frames are made of steel that has a powder-coated finish with a swivel base to each chair that should not have any forward and back motion.
The table is smaller than most at only 20 inches across and 28 inches tall. The top will be a tempered glass insert.
Each chair will be 29 inches wide, 30 inches deep, and 38 inches tall. The round base will be 24 inches across. Seat will be 14.4 inches off the floor and each chair will support 225 pounds of weight.
The cushions will have polyester filling with Olefin fabric covers. This is good fabric for outdoor patio furniture, it is still the weak point of this set and will need replacing after a few years if not stored out of the weather when not in use. Cushions can be purchased in one of two colors an orange or green.
Replacement cushions are not available from the manufacture, you will need to find someone to recover your originals or use one of the vendors on this site in the cushion category.
The seat cushions will be 21.5 inches wide, 21.5 inches deep and 3.75 inches thick. The back cushions will have a button in the middle and an arched top. The back cushion is 21.5 inches wide, 20.5 inches tall at the top of the arch, and 3 inches thick.
Two lumbar cushions are included in this set, they are 19 inches long, 9 inches tall, and 4 inches thick. The covers will have a polyester fabric and a splash of color. The Azalea Ridge bistro set is part of a larger collection, see more choices here.
Pros
- Swivel motion in chairs
- Great looking resin wicker finish
- Cushions for long term sitting
Cons
- Smaller table
- Cushions will need a storage solution
- The glass tabletop may be hard to replace if broken
Mainstays Forest Hills Bistro Set
Price when this article was written: $194.97
A great simple set with tan cushions for seats and backs for extra seating comfort. The straight legs will give no movement, they will support 250 pounds per chair.
The table is 24 inches across and 28 inches tall. each chair will be 27.5 inches deep, 23.25 inches wide, and 35.75 inches tall.
All pieces will have steel frames that are powder-coated in a matte espresso color. Table-top is a tempered glass insert. The polyester cushions will have clips to keep them in place and can be reversed if needed.
This is a great simple set that will only need the cushions to be stored when not in use to last a long time. I have an article with more details on the Forest Hills bistro set here.
Pros
- Cushions for long term sitting
- Powder-coated finish on metal pieces
- Clean straight lines
Cons
- Cushions will need a storage solution
- Glass table top may be hard to replace if broken
- Some found assembly tough
Malibu Folding Wood Bistro Set
Price when this article was written: $104.29
This is a great set for small spaces. The set will fold for storage in a closet or just inside the door.
The Ecualyptus wood finishes will last very well in most outdoor weather conditions. It will only require a refinsh with tongue oil once a year to keep it looking like new.
The table will be 20 inches across and 28 inches tall. The chairs will be 15 inches deep, 20 inches wide, and 31 inches tall. Each chair will hold up to 200 pounds of weight. Each piece will fold almost flat for storage when not in use.
This is a great starter set for any outdoor space that will last many years with the proper care. For more information on folding patio bistro sets, see my post here.
Pros
- Folds for easy storage
- Wood last very well in outdoor conditions
- No cushions to store
Cons
- No cushions may be uncomfortable for long term sitting
- Hardware may rust over time
- Will need to be refinished yearly to last in outdoor weather conditions
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Conclusion
If you are in looking at Bistro Sets for the Gardens, one of these sets should work for you. My choice would be the Mainstays Sand Dune with the sling material for the seats and backs. This material last very well in outdoor weather conditions and sits comfortable for hours. I have this material for my chairs on the front porch and like it very well.
Your choice in materials and seating comfort may be different than mine. I hope that you have found something of interest in this article.
Any questions or comments on my information, send be a note with details and I will get back to you shortly.
