Small Corner Breakfast Nooks

A small corner breakfast nook is the perfect way to start the day. The cozy nature of a breakfast nook is only enhanced by the way it makes the most use of a small corner area. Empty corners are often neglected, and a breakfast nook is a perfect way to create a comfortable and intimate space in your room. Adding cushions can pack a lot of luxury into a corner and give you room to curl up and linger over a second cup of coffee.

Best Ideas

Corner kitchen nook

If you want to create a cozy dining spot in your house, why not consider a corner bench? This simple, wooden set comprising a glass top table and yellow-cushioned bench, creates a perfect nook for your family meals.

Small kitchen furniture 1

Small kitchen furniture

Small corner breakfast nook set

Turn a corner into a cozy nook with an upholstered, wall-hugging bench. Drawers under each end of the bench create hidden storage, while a shaped cushion makes for comfortable seating. Add some throw pillows for an added touch of snuggly warmth.

Corner kitchen table

We love functional ideas! The built-in seat has a lift up lids for storage, white wooden frame and white upholstered padded seats. It will help you to create an inviting breakfast nook for you and family.

Corner booth table

I wish I had room for a breakfast nook in my current house. This one is so cute!

Small corner breakfast nook set 1

Been wanting a banquette (Ballard Designs) like this for a while, but don't have the space in the kitchen. Would it be so bad to ditch the rectangular table in the dining room and go with something like this?

Small corner breakfast nook set

Ummm, totally need a double wide wingback chair for the kitchen nook... This is adorable and reminds me of one of my favorite details at Zoozacrackers at Wynn :)

Dining tables with drawers

A beautiful kitchen arrangement, which is a combination of white and black. It features a white dining table with chairs and a fixed bench with black leather seats. The bench and the kitchen shelves are the same design.

Small corner breakfast nook set 4

Hendersonville NC Historic Druid Hills Home for Sale, great breakfast nook!

Kitchen corner bench

A pretty corner bench of wooden materials in white. It has an L-like seat and a canted side panel. Cushions covers are of plain beige fabric. A table has a square brown woody top. A black metal base is built of a round column and a hemispherical foot.

Small corner breakfast nook set

Sunny Designs Dining Room Sedona Breakfast Nook Set With Side

Small corner breakfast nook set

Corner Nook Dining Set Distressed Oak Finish

Small corner breakfast nook set 8

If this is the Ikea table paired with some awesome fancy banquette, I will love this set-up more than I already do.

Coventry sectional corner bench 48 storage bench and 36 bench

Coventry Sectional: Corner Bench, 48" Storage Bench and 36" Bench

Corner breakfast nooks

Dining table in rustic style. Construction is made of wood with antique finish. It has 6 seating capacity. Rectangular top has large usable surface. Suitable for residential and commercial premises.

Small corner breakfast nook set 9

Great idea to make a small space appear larger; put clear chairs on one side!

Foristell 3 Piece Breakfast Nook Dining Set

Foristell 3 Piece Breakfast Nook Dining Set

A beautiful 3-piece dining nook set, this table and bench set fits perfectly into your kitchen corner. The trestle base adds some flare to your decor in a farmhouse chic style. This set is durable and sturdy, made from manufactured wood and MDF. Perfect for maximizing seating space in your kitchen by tucking it into the corner.

Breakfast nook 3 piece corner dining set white 1

Comfortable and practical breakfast nook with a durable table, L-shaped bench with backrest and backless bench. Table top and bench seats are made of brown wood. Their bases and frames are also made of wood and they are finished in white color.

Lovely together 3 piece ardmore breakfast nook set

Lovely together 3 piece ardmore breakfast nook set

With the corner unit, bench and table this 3-piece breakfast nook allows you to finally seat your entire family with comfort during mealtimes and comes with the off-white finish to the pine strucutre.

Corner bench dining table set

A beautiful set of 3 chairs and 1 coffee table in a gray color is going to put a little bit more class into your living room. Each chair has a wooden frame and is covered with a grayish, patterned fabric. The table is round, standing on a wide base for proper stability.

Bart 3 - Piece Pine Solid Wood Breakfast Nook Dining Set

Bart 3 - Piece Pine Solid Wood Breakfast Nook Dining Set

This 3-piece solid pinewood set will look gorgeous in your kitchen as a corner dining nook. The stylish trestle base creates a modern look and the neutral wood tone lends itself to a variety of decor schemes. It comfortably seats six people and features a hidden storage compartment under the bench.

$440

Small corner breakfast nook set 3

The extra light from the large windows brightens this small space. The storage provided underneath is a fun perk. And the neutral tones are free to match any blend of bolder colours, making it so versatile, it will last a long time.

Nook corner dining set white 1

Nook Corner Dining Set White

Corner nook table

Our little kitchen corner - Bonjour Vintage - this would be a cute set up for the kitchen if we decide to sell

Small Corner Breakfast Nooks

Buying Guide

Whether or not breakfast nooks are practical really depends on your available space as well as personal preferences. If you have plenty of room, a small corner breakfast nook set is a practical solution because it results in a separate seating area that allows your entire household to gather together in the morning.

However, small corner breakfast nook sets aren’t designed to entertain, so you probably won’t be able to use them for larger meals. They especially wouldn’t be a practical solution if you’re already a bit tight on space.

A small corner breakfast nook set is an ideal space to sip your coffee and read the news each morning. To determine how big your breakfast nook should be, consider your kitchen’s size and the number of people who will use the nook regularly.

A small breakfast nook should measure about 5’ x 5’. Any smaller than this, and the space will feel cramped. Allow for 30” for each adult that sits in the nook and slightly less for children. A breakfast nook measuring 7’ x 7’ is a safe size for most nook sets; however, if your furniture is bigger, opt for around 7’ by 10’.  

The number of pieces in a breakfast nook set will vary according to your chosen set. However, while some sets offer more nook space and additional seating, the standard number of pieces in most sets is three.

Our Editors