Has the rot set in?

Guess where this is? Right at the top of rue Montorgueill - the area that has fast become one of the most sought spots in central Paris with prices to match. Famed for it's bustling market, specialist food shops and great restaurants - as well as location in the heart of the city - it was once a great deal.

First were the young trendy French couples, Le Branchés, the Italians hot on their heels when they were priced out of the Marais and now.....Starbucks.

It really sucks. Where will we go when Paris becomes infested with chain bars and restaurants, (see the area around Bercy Village and the Brasserie Flo group)? It's happening. Be warned.