Tables and seating types at Cafes or Coffee shops.

beanflying

Looking at some different options for Coffee/Cafe setups and interested what others think about seating options.

Communal tables - do you like them or feel comfortable sitting next to complete strangers, do you chat to the stranger?

More standard cafe mix of small - medium tables.

Window or wall narrow counter and stools

Comfy couch and a coffee table to hang out and stay for a bit?

Stand up at the counter or perch on a stool and watch the Barista at work and chat if they have time?

Muscles

I'm not a fan of the communal table thing as a lot of people just block the seat next to them with a bag or similar... My vote would be towards a combination. Standard cafe mix of small tables towards front, stools at the counter and a couch or two towards the rear. This is all space and layout dependant of course.

shape_shifter

I love the couch appeal and I would pick to sit there, coffee to me is comfort and to sit around for a little bit and have either a quiet chat, read or even just to sit there sipping would appeal to me

RichardM

I like the option of a table or a couch. Nothing irritates me more than having way too many tables in a small spot, and feeling like you can't slide your chair out without apologising to someone. There are a few cafes around here with a "bar" and they make the coffee behind it. It isn't too bad when done well, but some baristas can't handle it having people watching them.

MoffeeCoff

Hello! I am having the same issue as Bean Flying had. Thankfully, I got some great suggestions here. I hope more discussions will further help me. Thanks!