A square table that fits would work.

The main reason round might be preferable is that you could have a slightly larger table without risk of running to sharp corners.

Another option -- if you can find it: years ago I had an octogen shaped breakfast table. It was, however, Formica. finding a wood one might not be that easy to do.

Checked. It appears they can still be had but the prices!!!

https://www.ice-uft.org/octagon-shaped-dining-table.html

Talk about sticker shock.

https://www.google.com/search?q=octagon+shaped+breakfast+table&tbm=shop&source=lnms&sa=X&ved=0ahUKEwifxaOOo5PcAhVH21MKHYNJAKwQ_AUICigB&biw=1366&bih=628&dpr=1

I like this one, too, including the matching chairs with castors making moving the set about as needed.

http://lilliansmith.org/octagon-kitchen-table/octagon-kitchen-table-awesome-octagon-dining-table-by-inc-wolf-and-wolf-furniture-octagon-kitchen-glass-octagon-kitchen-table/

you could do a little built-in seat bench against the wall and get either a square, rectangle or the round.

Put down a rectangular area rug and then you can do whatever color table top you want (in a rectangular shape) because the rug will be hiding most of that dark flooring.

Guys, was looking at ideas, per your suggestions. So far these two work well in price, quality and styleAny critique on these two? Which is better, more fitting. Should I go for an even lighter colour?

Thanks again!!

Just my thoughts regarding backless benches: they are very uncomfortable for most adults, it can be difficult for diners to climb into the middle spot, and they are dangerous for children. I would get one with a back.

Thanks Beth! Both would not stick out lengthwise or widthwise (with the bench stored under the table when not in use). The length of the wall space along which the table will go is 80in, so there will be about 5-6in on either side.

What happened to drop leaf tables? My parents had one that would seat two, four or quite a few more. I am looking for one like theirs now!