Food Chain Magnate table size
Clear at least 60 × 36 inches. If you have the room, 72 × 42 inches will feel much better.
Sized for base game, five players.
How much space should you clear?
152.4 × 91.4 cm · 15 sq ft
182.9 × 106.7 cm · 21 sq ft
The smaller number assumes a tidy setup with little spare room. The larger number gives people room to handle cards and reach shared pieces. Neither includes drinks, the box, or open rulebooks.
The inner box is the squeeze-it-in setup; the outer box is the relaxed setup.
Will Food Chain Magnate fit?
Card table
36 × 36 in
Small dining table
48 × 30 in
5-foot game table
60 × 36 in
6-foot game table
72 × 42 in
Campaign table
84 × 48 in
What this recommendation is based on
Modular city tiles, milestone cards, bank, employee market, and five expanding restaurant structures create a broad layout.
Dimensions are planning recommendations for the declared setup, not universal physical minima. Layout, edition, scenario, organizers, helper apps, and expansions can change the result.
Does this feel right for Food Chain Magnate?
Real setups vary. A quick confirmation—or your measured correction— helps the next person plan better.
Food Chain Magnate table-size FAQ
What size table do I need for Food Chain Magnate?
Use at least 60 × 36 inches for the declared setup. A 72 × 42 inch surface is the more comfortable target.
Will Food Chain Magnate fit on a 5 × 3 foot table?
It should fit, but expect a tight layout with little spare room.
Will Food Chain Magnate fit on a 6 × 3.5 foot table?
Yes—the declared setup should fit comfortably.
Does the recommendation include expansions?
Only when the setup line names one. Otherwise, assume the base game and the stated player count.
Check the edition before you order.
Different editions, expansions, inserts, and player aids can change the footprint. Verify the exact version, then return to this page for the setup-size guidance.