Can you identify this part of Paris? John would love to know

John and I have corresponded in the past, and this question – “Can you identify this part of Paris?” – proved to be a bit harder to answer.

Teena,

You were very helpful in the past with regards to certain places in Paris and I am very grateful

However, I am having some difficulty with the attached picture and seeking its location – your help would be very much appreciated

John

To which I’ve replied:

Hi John,

(Email 1) Lovely to hear from you after all this time :-)

I’m not familiar with that image, but I’ll do some research and let you know what I find.

and (Email 2) I did send your photo to a group of people I know living in Paris, but no-one was familiar with it.

It looks like the words “Rue Dames” under the “Confection” name, but I can’t be sure. There is a rue des Dames near Metro Rome in the 17th arrondissement.

There is a Café de Paris at 10 Rue Buci, 75006 Paris, which I found on Google maps.

Depending on when that painting was done, the buildings could have been renovated, and the shops could all be different now.

Sorry I can’t offer much more help from my desk in Sydney, but do take a print of your placemat with you to Paris on your visit in June, and possibly even go to the Café de Paris and ask them – perhaps they can help. Another possibility is to go to the tourist office. Also, if you ask people in cafes or on the street, it might be the older generation who can help.

Have fun on your adventure in Paris!

So, to all you super Sleuths out there – do you know which part of Paris these shops can be found? Do please post a comment below to help John – thanks in advance!