A small-space dining table needs to earn its footprint: a drawer or shelf can...

https://andysinspiringcolumns.yousher.com/why-are-board-game-dining-tables-so-expensive

A small-space dining table needs to earn its footprint: a drawer or shelf can corral mail and chargers, while a drop-leaf or extension adds seats for holidays. Plan on 24 inches per person, then check the table’s open size against your room and walkways.