Choosing the right cafe furniture and placing it correctly can make or break your venue. It’s not just about filling the space it’s about creating comfort, clear movement, and a functional layout that works for both customers and staff.
At LaBrooy Collections®, we help hospitality venues across Perth optimise their furniture layout. Good cafe design improves service speed, compliance, and the overall vibe of your venue.
✅ The Right Way to Arrange Your Cafe Furniture
A well-planned layout improves customer experience and staff efficiency. Follow these guidelines:
- Walkways: at least 1000mm wide for prams and wheelchairs
- Table spacing: 600–800mm between each unit
- Turning circles: 1500mm wide at key junctions
- Table height: 720–740mm, with 700mm clearance underneath
Good flow also helps staff avoid collisions and navigate the space quickly, improving service delivery.
Need help visualising this? We offer restaurant furniture layout support tailored to Australian standards.
❌ Common Cafe Furniture Mistakes
Poor layout decisions create:
- Cramped walkways
- Blocked access for wheelchair users
- Inefficient service paths
- Overcrowded dining zones
Bad layouts don’t just affect the vibe they also risk non-compliance with AS 1428.1:2021, Australia’s standard for accessible venue design.
One of our recent success stories is Fallow Bar & Eatery, where we delivered a full furniture fit-out that balanced capacity and flow.
🎯 Key Cafe Furniture Takeaways
- Leave 1000mm+ space for main walkways
- Include at least one accessible table
- Guide customers toward service zones naturally
- Choose compact or round tables in tight spaces
- Use furniture with rounded corners where traffic is high
Visual Guide: Good vs Bad Layout Flow
Cafe furniture layout diagram comparing good and bad design. The good side shows green walkways and well-placed tables; the bad side has tight paths and poor flow.
🛠️ Need Help Planning Your Layout?
LaBrooy Collections® offers custom cafe furniture solutions across Perth. We’ll help you create a space that looks amazing, flows better, and meets all compliance requirements.
