Hi Margaret. I, too, have moved my eat-in kitchen table many times and think I have finally found a permanent place for it. I have a ceiling fan w/lights in there and had my hubby raise it up closer to ceiling on shorter down rod. That way you don't notice it as much. Table is not centered over it at all.

I would think you could use a flush mount light fixture if you still want something on ceiling or one that hangs down just a bit. Or were you thinking of not having a ceiling light altogether?

We Agree, If your table has been moved away from the center box we would recommend something that you can walk under. Two great options would be a Semi-Flush light fixture or a ceiling fan.

I have a ceiling fan with lights also. Maybe I will have my husband raise it closer to the ceiling and see how I like it. I was thinking of doing recessed can lighting and no center light fixture at all but since I have the fan with lights there already I'll try raising it first.
Thanks!