Le propriétaire

Meet Georges, along with wife Odette, the propriétaires of Aux Vieux Paris d'Arcole.  This very photogenic, and old restaurant (1564) is just steps from Cathédrale Notre Dame. Although I've never dined here, I have taken many photographs over the years. This morning, Peter wanted to deliver a some artwork from a fellow blogger so we were able to go inside before opening hours and meet Georges. As you can see, he is a most charming and friendly Parisian.

Aux Vieux Paris d'Arcole

24 rue Chanoinesse

75004 Paris

Paris Rouge - Table près du fenêtre

I"ve photographed the exterior of Au Vieux Paris d'Arcole many times, but this last trip, our friend Peter Olson was able to get us inside before it opened for dinner.  Once inside, you can believe this beautiful restaurant has been in business since 1594.  It was like stepping into an oil painting.

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Signes du Samedi - Au Vieux Paris

Au vieux Paris d'Arcole, depuis 1594 certainly lives up to the "vieux" in its name.  Located just a block from Notre Dame, I photographed it first here in 2010. It's had a new paint job outside but still remains one of the most charming restaurants you will find in Paris. This last trip, I was lucky enough to photograph the owner and the inside of this beautiful old place. I will share a small series during the upcoming week.

24  rue Chanoinesse

75004 Paris

Another Look

Last Wednesday I posted a photograph of *Au Vieux Paris d'Arcole near Notre Dame. One nice reader, Stephanie, supplied us with a link here. Yesterday Jackie, of Jacran Cottage blog, posted her own photograph of this 500 year old building as well. When asked where it was located I added that if you turned to your left, you would see Notre Dame looming a block away. So today, that very view along with a different shot of this most charming restaurant.

* Would one of my dear French readers translate pour moi? I tried Babelfish and it made no sense. Quelle surprise!!!