I would ditch the high-top table, if you don't want it in the kitchen. A high table isn't really a "formal" dining table, and doesn't seat enough to use in the dining room.

One nice thing about a counter height table in the eat in kitchen area a high chair is about the same height (some have adjustable legs so once the tray use is done you can push right up to the table

i would keep the counter height table in the eat in kitchen and look for a new dining room table. If budget is a factor, keep an eye on Craigslist

I agree with Kippy--you have several years until future kids are out of high chairs to decide if you want to keep the counter top table. In the meantime, shop for a table height one with leaves for the dining room. CL or antique malls are the perfect place to look.

Thanks all, I kept flip flopping on this plan so it's extremely helpful to have all this feedback! I think I'll search for a low table for the formal dining room that seats 10-12.

My niece had a high-top for their eating area table and got rid of it when the youngest was out of the high chair. The kids were climbers and would climb onto the higher table but not the lower dining room table.

She loved the idea and the look of the table and it really did suit her decorating style but it just became impractical for them.

I find those counter-height tables extremely uncomfortable. For a dining room I would do as previously suggested.

Diane