Read about it! We are very proud of all the accolades the Dancing Bean has recieved over the years. Some from friends, but many from first time visitors. Here's a few for your reading pleasure.
What Folks Are Saying About The Dancing Bean Cafe
2007 Golden Brush Awards - Best Small Business - Dancing Bean Cafe'
Customer Service Award - Michelle Rodger - Dancing Bean Cafe'
2006 Golden Brush Awards
Entrepreneur of the Year - Mona Kennedy - Dancing Bean Cafe'
... Four of our guests had dinner at the Dancing Bean. You may remember they arrived late in Chemainus but you welcomed them anyway. They returned here thanking us, said it was "the best" place to eat and that you were most gracious in their late arrival. Thank you for making their visit to Chemainus memorable...
... Hey Larry and Mona and all the dancing beans; Just want to let you know we love everything about the Bean. It's a fantastic, much needed venue in Chemainus. Always good food with interesting options, with a home cooked flair to it. Musically, it's very diverse. You bring in such a variety of acts that there must be something for everybody. The monthly open stage and jazz night are great too. It's all good. We wish you continued success...
... A comment about the service and food. Top notch in both departments. Service is fast, friendly and welcoming, and food is tasty and fresh. I enjoy the ambience and the fact that I can walk down to your Bean daytime or evening when it is a beacon of music and activity...
... Have to say I found it to be a rather lovely setting for a concert/musical experience. Very intimate. Will certainly go to more musical evenings...
... We have had only wonderful comments from our guests that have eaten there and we do not hesitate to recommend you as one of the best places to eat. I am thankful that we have a first class restaurant that is on a level to combine with the theatre for a great evening...
... You filled a much needed niche in Chemainus. Somewhere to have a coffee after theatre, by introducing an upscale environment new to Chemainus. Then you exceeded expectations by bringing in musical talent on weekends and enhanced your corporate image by assisting with fundraising. Then last night I was there with a friend for a dinner. It was an extremely enjoyable evening! Your restaurant, its food and staff just topped it off. I'll be back for more...
We have found the Dancing Bean to have scrumptious food and a wonderful blend of musicians that complement the great food and service. Our only suggestion would be to somehow increase your seating capacity to fit all the people who wish to visit, so no one will be disappointed...
... I think you have great people and hope you continue to book them. Your staff is great!...
... I think you guys are great just the way you are... Well, free booze would certainly be an improvement worth looking at...
... Good food, fun music and a great atmosphere. Thank you for adding so much to Chemainus and also providing a place for the many talented people who love to entertain...
... I am so pleased to receive your update each time. It is logged into my computer and printed for my guests each time. My B&B guests are keen to hear of your venue, menu and the entertainment variety that you have scheduled ... no one has been disappointed yet! As a matter of fact, their expectations have always been surpassed. It certainly makes it easy for me when I can recommend a 'sure thing!'...
... We love your coffee!!! We will miss going into the Bean for our latte and cup of dark roast when we move to Victoria. The coffee is great and we're always greeted with warmth and just the right amount of jokin' around! We really enjoy open mic night. A regular excuse for socializing and music. Lots of great acts, art exhibits, oh yeah, the food is yummy too! Need I go on? Keep up the good work!...
...I -love- the events you have at 'the Bean', espeeeecially the comedy troupe, they are terrific. When I know these folks are coming out you can go ahead and book us a table for 8 or more. We?ll bring out our children and their partners to enjoy one of your fantastic meals and an evening of laughter!...
