Review of the La-Z-Boy Dante High-Leg Recliner

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Some recliners are designed with soft, traditional styling, while others focus on a cleaner, more contemporary appearance.

The La-Z-Boy Dante High-Leg Recliner leans toward that more modern approach.

With its sleek silhouette, tapered wood legs, and hidden reclining functionality, the Dante is designed to deliver comfortable reclining while maintaining the appearance of a stylish contemporary accent chair.

To better understand how the Dante fits into real homes, we spoke with Yaser Alimam, Sales Consultant at La-Z-Boy Cyrville. “The Dante has a much more modern and elevated look,” Yaser explains. “People like that it blends into contemporary spaces without looking like a traditional recliner.”

But beyond its appearance, how does the Dante perform in terms of comfort, sizing, and everyday use?

In this review, we will break down what makes the Dante unique, what options are available and whether it is the right fit for your home.

Key Takeaways:

• The Dante High-Leg Recliner features a contemporary design with clean lines, tapered wood legs, and a streamlined silhouette, creating a modern accent-chair appearance.
• Designed with a compact footprint and a balanced seating position, it typically works well for users of average height and in smaller living areas.
• Offers hidden reclining functionality with a simple push-back mechanism, allowing users to relax without visible reclining hardware.
• Offers customization through fabric and leather selection, cushion firmness upgrades and wood leg finish options.
• Available in a wide range of fabrics and leathers, including performance fabrics designed for durability.
• Starting at approximately $1,579, the Dante falls in the lower- to mid-price range within La-Z-Boy's high-leg recliner lineup.

In This Article...

1. About the Dante High-Leg Recliner
2. Dante High-Leg Recliner Options & Upgrades
3. Dante High-Leg Recliner Cost
4. Dante High-Leg Recliner Warranty
5. Dante High-Leg Recliner Customer Reviews
6. Should You Buy the Dante High-Leg Recliner?

About the Dante High-Leg Recliner

The Dante High-Leg Recliner is designed for homeowners who want a contemporary accent chair with hidden reclining comfort.

One of its most defining features is its modern silhouette and secret reclining functionality. At first glance, the Dante looks more like a designer accent chair than a recliner, which helps it fit naturally into modern living rooms, condos and open-concept spaces.

The frame features clean, track-style arms, tapered wood legs, and tailored lines, giving it a more refined, architectural appearance than softer high-leg recliners like the Brentwood or Kimberly.

Despite its sleek appearance, the Dante still offers push-back reclining functionality, allowing users to recline comfortably while maintaining the chair’s streamlined aesthetic.

Yaser notes that the Dante is often chosen by customers who want comfort without compromising modern style. “It has that designer-inspired look people want right now,” she says. “It feels much more contemporary than a traditional recliner.”

Another advantage of the Dante is its balanced seating position. It offers supportive comfort without feeling too deep or oversized, making it practical for both everyday sitting and occasional lounging.

The Dante also maintains a relatively compact footprint, which helps it work well in smaller spaces where a bulky recliner might feel overwhelming.

Because of its modern proportions and clean silhouette, the Dante works especially well in condos, offices, sitting rooms and contemporary living spaces where maintaining a polished aesthetic is important.

In terms of height, the Dante High-Leg Recliner generally works best for users of average height, especially those who prefer balanced seating with a slightly more upright posture.

Customers looking for deeper lounging may prefer larger traditional recliners.

While your height can be a considerable factor, it is important to note that height guidelines are NOT set in stone. The way you sit in a piece of furniture can drastically affect how comfortable someone finds a seat.

Ultimately, we recommend always coming in for a sit test to see if the Dante is comfortable for your body type. To learn more, take a look at How to Find a Recliner That is The Best Fit For You.

Dante High-Leg Recliner Options and Upgrades

Everything at La-Z-Boy is customizable, including the Dante Recliner. You can make the Dante uniquely yours with a variety of options and upgrades.

Upholstery Cover Options

When selecting the fabric or leather for your Dante Chair, the cost will vary based on the grade you choose. Select fabrics will not affect the starting price of your furniture, but anything beyond that will.

This includes select leather and anything inside our leather selections at La-Z-Boy.

For a comprehensive understanding of La-Z-Boy's upholstery grades, check out this article.

*Please note that this article's leather or fabric options may be discontinued or unavailable without prior notice. We recommend contacting your local Ottawa, Gatineau or Kingston La-Z-Boy store by phone or in person to confirm availability. We apologize for any inconvenience caused by any changes to our upholstery selection.

Alongside our extensive range of covers, the Dante is also available in specialty fabrics that offer unique features and benefits…

• Stain Resistant: Innovative iClean Technology surrounds each fabric fibre, creating a barrier that repels spills before turning into stains.
• Pet Friendly: Tested and formulated to withstand the scratches and wear that a pet can cause to ensure a durable and easily washable fabric.
• Antimicrobial Fabric: Antimicrobial properties surround each fibre to protect against mould, mildew and odour-causing bacteria.
• Performance: Superior stain and fade resistance properties make fabrics easy to clean and incredibly durable.
• Eco-Friendly: Conserve Sustainable Fabrics are soft, durable and made from recycled water bottles.
• Energy Restoration: Restore by Nanobionic® features a mineral-based fabric coating that harnesses natural body heat to generate energy via infrared technology.
• Bleach Cleanable: These comfortable and resilient fabrics can withstand diluted bleach products for the toughest stains.

Additional Customization Options

• Contour Cushion: This cushion upgrade offers a more relaxing seat, made from a durable, temperature-resistant foam that contours to your body and your comfort needs. Made for more support and long-term seating.
• Adjustable Headrest Support: Power upgrade available with push-button reclining, adjustable headrest, built-in USB charging and easier operation for users with mobility concerns.
• Wood Leg Finish Options: Available in Brown Mahogany as standard, with Coffee, Graphite, and Driftwood finishes available for an additional cost.

Dante High-Leg Recliner Cost

In terms of cost, Dante’s compact recliners fall within the mid-price range at La-Z-Boy.

While the cost of the Dante is quite standard at La-Z-Boy, it is important to note that La-Z-Boy furniture is considered expensive on the market. This cost is reflected in the quality of materials and craftsmanship of our products.

With this, the investment is likely worthwhile if you are looking for long-lasting furniture.

*Please note that La-Z-Boy prices listed in this article are subject to change without notice. Information is current as of May 12th, 2026. Contact your local Ottawa, Gatineau or Kingston location by phone or in person for up-to-date pricing.

If you’re wondering about the prices for each potential upgrade from La-Z-Boy, here are the ones relevant to the Dante…

Dante High-Leg Recliner Warranty & Financing

The Dante Recliner is covered by La-Z-Boy’s Limited Lifetime Warranty. This warranty covers the repair or replacement of the frame, spring systems, and mechanism, provided they are of high quality and built for long-lasting comfort.

For full details of the Limited Lifetime Warranty, check out this full La-Z-Boy warranty breakdown.

While the product is still quality-crafted, other aspects, such as fabrics, leather, and cushions, are not meant to last a lifetime. However, these parts are still covered by the La-Z-Boy Manufacturer’s Warranty for a specified period.

To further protect your purchase, La-Z-Boy Ottawa, Gatineau and Kingston offer an extended warranty plan at an additional cost. To learn more about the Extended Warranty Plan and whether it’s right for you, take a look at this article.

La-Z-Boy also offers furniture financing for those who may not have the full amount available right away. To learn more about La-Z-Boy’s Furniture Financing, take a look at this article.

Dante High-Leg Recliner Customer Reviews

The Dante Chair is enjoyed by many La-Z-Boy customers. While it is rated pretty highly on our corporate website, star ratings can only tell you so much. Here are some reviews from satisfied customers…

To see more customer reviews of the Dante, click here.

Should You Buy the Dante High-Leg Recliner?

The Dante High-Leg Recliner is a strong option for homeowners who want a contemporary accent chair with built-in reclining comfort. Its clean lines and tailored appearance allow it to blend naturally into modern interiors without looking like a traditional recliner.

Lisa Kemp explains that the Dante stands out because of its elevated design. “It has a much more refined and modern appearance that works beautifully in updated spaces,” she says.

Because of its compact footprint and balanced seating position, the Dante works especially well in condos, offices, sitting rooms or smaller living areas where maintaining a clean and modern aesthetic is important.

Another advantage of the Dante is how versatile it feels stylistically. Its sleek silhouette and decorative wood legs help it pair naturally with contemporary, transitional and minimalist furniture styles.

However, customers who prefer a deeper, more relaxed lounging experience may find traditional oversized recliners better suited to their needs.

For shoppers looking for a stylish high-leg recliner that combines contemporary design with subtle reclining functionality, the Dante offers a well-balanced option that fits comfortably into many homes.

What sets the Dante apart is its ability to deliver hidden reclining comfort in a sleek, modern design, making it a practical choice for homeowners who value both style and everyday usability.

What’s Next?

Now that you are more knowledgeable about the Dante High-Leg Recliner, why not discover this stylish recliner in person?

You can start shopping by visiting one of our showrooms located in Ottawa, Gatineau or Kingston. You can also schedule a visit online before coming in.

Our design consultants are always eager to lend a helping hand. Take advantage of our interior design services to see how the Dante could fit in your home.

If the Dante wasn't what you were looking for, take a look at some of our other High-Leg Recliner reviews:

• Review of the Brentwood High-Leg Recliner
• Review of the Eldorado High-Leg Recliner
• Review of the Charlotte High-Leg Recliner

To learn more about our Accent chair selection at La-Z-Boy, take a look at our comprehensive Accent Chair Buyer’s Guide.

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