Wood Restaurant Chairs come in many different styles and designs to meet your budget and décor requirement. Choosing the right Commercial Restaurant Wood Chairs is important to help create an environment where customers will not only come back but will spread the word about their experience. The following questions will help you narrow down the exact Wood Restaurant Chair that will work for you.

Well, now without wasting any further time, let’s jump on to our top 10 best Chairs list.

Chair Model  Frame Size Frame Color  Seat Color  Price
WC245 Ladder Back 34.5"Hx18"Wx21"D x 19.5"Seat Height Cherry, Natural,
Mahogany & Walnut
Black, Burgundy &
Green Cushion
$ 64.99
WC141 Square Back  33.5"Hx18"Wx20"Dx
19.5"Seat Height
Walnut Black $ 84.30
WC145 Modern Chair 34.5"Hx18"Wx19.5"D x 19.5"Seat Height Black & Walnut Black $ 74.99
WC236 Cafe Chair 34.5"Hx18" Wx21"Dx
19.5"Seat Height
Cherry Black, Burgundy
& Green
$ 64.99
WC242 Vertical Ladder 34.5"Hx18" Wx21"Dx
19.5"Seat Height
Cherry, Mahogany
& Natural
Black, Burgundy 
& Green
$ 64.99
WC260 Flat Back 32.5"Hx17" Wx21"Dx
19"Seat Height
Walnut & Natural Black  $ 94.99
WC131 Classic Chair 34.5"Hx18" Wx19"Dx
19"Seat Height
Walnut Black $ 79.99
WC130 Space Saver 30.5"Hx18" Wx19"Dx
19"Seat Height
Walnut Black $ 72.47
WC279 Cushion Back 34.5"Hx18" Wx21"Dx
19.5"Seat Height
Mahogany Black, Burgundy
& Green
$ 69.99
WC251 Stack Chair 34"Hx18" Wx21"Dx
18'Seat Height
Black Camel & Red $ 89.99

 

 

1. Classic Ladderback Wood Dining Chair WC245

 

 

 

The WC245 wood restaurant chairs are a collection of classic ladder back chairs. Their curved legs leading into the backrest gives it a casual but stylish design, which will easily make your restaurant more attractive. There are several different colors for the finish of the chair and the seat cushion, so you can have it match up with your restaurant's color scheme with ease.

Currently, you can choose a Cherry, Natural, Mahogany, and Walnut Wood Finish for the chair frame. Each finish has different seat cushion color options to go along with it, including black, burgundy and green. On our website, www.centralseating.com, there are four different products listed under WC245. These different products are the various finishes you can choose for your chairs.

Pros
  • Available in 4 popular wood frame finishes
  • Wood frame made from premium European beechwood
  • Classic design with stylish hints
  • Easy to grab and move around
  • Used and approved by major restaurant chains such as Sizzler Restaurants, Shakeys Pizza and more
  • Standard is available with 3 different vinyl cushion colors to choose from: Burgundy, Green, and Black Cushion
  • Matching barstools are available for every chair color
Cons
  • Wood bars on the back may need cleaning every couple of months as dust may accumulate
  • Non-stack chair
  • May be used in a restaurant near you
  • Popular colors such as Walnut sell out quickly

2. Flat Back Wood Restaurant Chair WC141

 

The WC141 wood restaurant chair is made in a very contemporary style. Its straight edges and square design, from the seat to the backrest, give it this contemporary look. This is a perfect design for anyone who is looking to create a more contemporary and attractive atmosphere to draw in more customers.

The WC141 is available in this Walnut finish, along with a black seat cushion. This larger cushion and casual design of this wooden chair allow for more comfort, making this an ideal chair if you are looking to create a casual and comfortable restaurant.

Pros
  • Comfortable back design
  • Wood frame made from premium European beechwood
  • Simple color schemes available to choose from 
  • Larger and more comfortable cushion than some other wooden chairs
  • Allows you to lean backward and lounge a bit
  • Side support bars provide extra strength
  • Thick plastic feet keep the floor protected
  • A great addition to the high-end dining environment
  • Popular with North, South Asian and Middle Eastern Restaurants
Cons
  • The gap between seat and backrest could be an issue for with trash
  • Should be complemented with a contemporary atmosphere
  • Only available in Walnut color wood frame
  • Best way to move around is by using both hands to grab the chair

3. Flat Back with Cut Out Design Wood Chair WC145

 

The WC145 chair is very modern in its design, giving it a stylish but comfortable feeling to it. This chair is made up of many straight edges and lines, which create a modern look. The backrest lends to the style by having a vertical, rectangular cut-out on it. It is a slight change from the classic design of a chair, but it adds a bit of flair to it.

The WC145 wood restaurant chair is available in a black or walnut colored frame with a black cushion. This is a perfect fit for any restaurant looking to create a modern atmosphere, or even just to balance out the bright color scheme of the establishment with some darker colors.

Pros
  • Nice modern design
  • Comfortable flat back 
  • Premium beechwood frame construction
  • Perfect match for any modern restaurant
  • Available in popular Walnut wood finish
Cons
  • Only available in 1 color
  • The standard cushion is Black color only
  • May not fit all restaurant designs

4. Cafe Wood Restaurant Chair WC236

 

The WC236 Cafe Dining Chair is a perfect addition to any café or coffee shop looking to get new seats. The chair itself is relatively plain, with a slightly curved back and square shape. The backrest, however, also includes a cut-out of a steaming hot coffee cup, making it perfect for any restaurant that is focused on selling hot drinks.

The only available option for the finish is the light cherry color as pictured above. However, you can get several different seat cushions, or none at all, for your chairs. The colors for the cushions are black, burgundy, green, and matching color wood seat.

Pros
  • A nice decal on the chair adds a bit of style to the plain design
  • Sturdy beechwood frame, built for commercial use
  • Easy to move
  • Wider variety for seat cushion colors than some other chairs
  • Great fit for fast-food restaurants as well as café shops
  • Great fit for cafeteria eating
  • Matching barstool available
Cons
  • Lack of finish options can lead to clashing colors in the establishment
  • Design is very popular and might be available in a restaurant near you

5. Classic Vertical Bar Back Wood Chair WC242

 

The WC242 Vertical Ladder Back wood chairs look like classic dining room chairs. Their vertical ladder back as well as their relatively square design gives them this classic look. These chairs work well as wood restaurant chairs, however, because they can give a more homely or comfortable feel to the restaurant. If that is the type of environment you are trying to create, this is an excellent chair to get.

There are several different finishes and woods used for the WC242 chairs, as well as different seat cushion colors that come with them. The wild cherry has a black, burgundy, and green cushion option. All chairs come with your option of black, burgundy and green cushion seats to create a chair that will complement your decor. There is even a version of the mahogany chair that has armrests if you would like to make it more formal but still comfortable.

Pros
  • Simple, comfortable design
  • Several different colors to pick for the chair and seat cushion
  • Sturdy wood design
  • Slightly rounded backrest for someone to comfortably lean back into
  • Popular for fast food and classic Pizza parlors 
Cons
  • The armrest chair would require more room for a person to get in and out of their chair
  • Could appear to be too simple or homely in certain restaurant themes
  • May not work in all restaurant themes 

6. Flat Back Modern Restaurant Chair WC260

 

The WC260 chairs are wood restaurant chairs that are different from the other chairs we have seen so far. They are still square and rectangular, but the backrest is completely flat with the only gap covered up by the seat cushion. It allows you to lean back and relax into the chair a bit rather than sit perfectly straight. This simple design can look elegant or classy in particular settings as well.

There are light and dark finishes available for these chairs, as well as corresponding seat cushions to go with them. Both the dark and light finishes for this chair model include black, red, and tan seat cushion options.

Pros
  • Sturdy and lightweight
  • Simple but elegant
  • Nothing for a customer to get their fingers stuck in on the back of the chair
  • Larger and more comfortable cushions than some of the other chair models
  • Stitched squared cushion design
  • Cushion available in Black, Tan and Red color vinyl
Cons
  • Popular for higher-end restaurants only
  • There are not many finish options to go alongside the brighter cushion options
  • The price point is higher than other standard chairs but worth the price

7. Walnut Color Wood Chair for Restaurant WC131

 

The WC131 chair is very elegant and modern to look at for a wood restaurant chair. The seat itself is rectangular in design, but the backrest is what really makes the design stand out. The backrest has a horizontal ladder pattern within it, as well as a solid top piece to it. After the horizontal ladder, it bends at a larger angle to allow for one’s back to more comfortable match up with and lean into the chair. There are also small plastic pads on the bottom of the legs to ensure that your floors will not be ripped or scraped.

The WC131 model only has one finish and cushion option as standard. It comes in an espresso color along with a black seat cushion.

Pros
  • Simple modern look
  • Sturdy and lightweight design
  • The backrest can match up with your back curve to make it more comfortable to sit back in
  • Plastic pads on the bottom of each leg protect your flooring from scrapes or rips
  • New 2018 design
Cons
  • A single color scheme for you to choose from
  • The curve of the backrest could be uncomfortable for anyone who's back doesn’t bend in the same way
  • May not fit in all decors  

8. Space Saver Walnut Color Wood Chair WC130

 

The WC130 wood restaurant chair is very classic in how it is designed. The seat is square, although the cushion on it makes it appear more rounded on the edges. The bars under the chair, as well as the back of the seat itself, are rounded as well. The backrest has a small gap between the seat and itself. It is also completely flat and rounded to ensure your comfort when sitting back in your seat. There are also small plastic pads on the bottom of each leg to make sure that your flooring won’t become ripped or scratched after the chairs have been moved too much.

There are only one finish and seat cushion color to chose from for this chair model. You can get this chair in dark espresso color with a black seat cushion.

Pros
  • Very classic style
  • Sturdy and lightweight wood chair
  • Curved backrest makes it more comfortable to sit back in
  • Small plastic pads on each leg protect your flooring from being scraped or ripped
  • The space saver size will fit neatly under the table
Cons
  • Only includes one color scheme for you to choose from
  • The small stature may not work for larger visitors
  • Different color cushion will require an upcharge in pricing

9. Mahogany Color Wood Chair with Cushion Seat & Back WC279

 

The Cushion Seat and Back Chair WC279 is also a very different wood restaurant chair from the others we have seen so far. This seat has a cushion on both the seat and the backrest. It makes it much more comfortable to lean back into as you will not be running into the hardwood of the chair. The cushions will both match in color to ensure that your color scheme remains intact throughout your establishment. There are also more curves to the chair when looking at the top of the backrest and the back of the seat.

The WC279 has only one finish to it, but several cushion color options. It comes in dark wood with the option to pick black, burgundy, or green seat cushions.

Pros
  • Simple and classic look
  • Premium beech wood frame construction
  • Mortise and tenon commercial construction
  • Curves in the backrest and around the cushion make it appear slightly more elegant
  • The center cushion is surrounded by a wood frame to give it it’s a unique look
  • Available in popular mahogany wood finish
Cons
  • Only one color of the chair frame to choose
  • A cushion on the back may require extra time to remove and replace
  • Super popular design sells out quickly after the stock is replenished

10. Stacking Wood Restaurant Chair WC251

 

The Wood Stacking Restaurant Chair model WC251 is very simple but modern in its design. The wooden restaurant chair is very thin, from its legs to the size of its seat. It creates an almost minimalistic vibe with how there is little else on the chair. There is a small gap between the backrest and the seat of the chair. The backrest is entirely black and goes back at a slight angle to ensure that you are comfortable in the chair. There are also small plastic pads on the bottom of every chair legs so that your floor won’t be scraped or ripped after a lot of use.

There is only on color available for the frame of the chair, as well as two color options for the seat cushions. The dark frame can come with either camel vinyl or red vinyl cushions.

Pros
  • Very modern look
  • The backrest can match up with your back curve to make it more comfortable to sit back in
  • The very thin and sleek design of the legs and backrest
  • Plastic pads on the bottom of the legs keep your flooring intact
  • Stacks very well into high piles, making storage easier
  • One of the only stackable wood chairs available for this price
Cons
  • There’s only a single frame color
  • The light vinyl cushions can make it harder to clean off at the end of the day
  • May not work for fast food restaurants

NARROW DOWN YOUR CHOICES

Do you have a budget for $40 Chairs, $50 chairs, $80 chairs, $100+ chairs? 

A good rule of thumb to remember is that Metal Restaurant Chairs average at around $60.00 and Wood Restaurant chairs average at around $70.00 and above

What are the top 3 colors that will complement your Restaurant décor? 

The most common wood frame finishes are Mahogany, Natural and Black and the #1 frame color is Walnut

What are the top 3 colors that will clash with your Restaurant décor?

There might not be many wood frame color options however, knowing what colors will not match will definitely speed the process of finding the right chair for you

List 3 things you most want out of your Restaurant Chairs.

Do you want quality, low price, stain durability, easy on the floor, lightweight frames? 

Do you plan on keeping your wood restaurant chairs for 5 years or more? 

The nature of a natural wood product such as wooden chairs is difficult to manage sometimes. The wood chair you purchase today might not be 100% the same in stain if purchased again 5 years later. It is also important to know if the chair will be available in the future. Is the chair a standard stock item? How long has it been in the market? 

In a restaurant chair, what is more, important to you? Cost or Beauty? 

Knowing if you want cost vs. beauty will lower the choices of available wood chairs making it easy to choose from. 

Do you expect to Franchise? 

If you expect to franchise your design in the near future, you need to make sure the chare you purchase will be readily available down the road. 

 

All of our wood chairs including our Modern Restaurant Chairs, Upholstered Restaurant Chairs and more are strategically built to strive in a commercial setting and come with standard commercial specifications built into the frame for added support;