Breakfast Nook

Take your breakfast nook design game up a notch.

What is a Breakfast Nook?

A breakfast nook is a small, casual dining area that is typically located in or adjacent to a kitchen.

Breakfast nooks have casual and cozy seating, usually a built-in bench or banquette-style seating along one or more sides of the nook. They are small and intimate in size – enough room for 2-6 people typically.

Where are Breakfast nooks found in the home? They are often positioned in close proximity to the kitchen for easy serving of morning meals. They are frequently placed next to large, sunny windows and inviting views of the outdoors.

Breakfast nooks provide a more casual, intimate setting for quick morning meals compared to a formal dining room.

In essence, a breakfast nook creates a dedicated little space for eating lighter morning meals in a more relaxed, cozy way. The nook offers the convenience of the kitchen access in a comfortable setting before tackling the day’s activities.

Breakfast Nook Essentials via @laurenpressey

11 Breakfast Nook Essentials

Check out our comprehensive list of breakfast nook essentials to make sure you're prepared to serve the most important meal of the day!
Pink channeled bench with Kelly Wearstler chair and vintage rose marble table via Christos Prevezanos

25 Beautiful Breakfast Nook Decor Ideas

Make your breakfast nook as inviting as your meals with these charming decor ideas. Get inspiration for lighting, cushions, curtains and stylish touches to refresh small dining spaces.