Situated on the sweet side of Valldonzella in an area buzzing with student life lies the most recent addition to the commercial operations of ‘el Raval’. With the proliferation of bars, locutorios (calling centers) and convenience stores surrounding it, you would never guess what Chandal has in store. Yet the curious have been delighted in finding out.

Like a playground for adults, Chandal sells a dizzying range of curios, collectibles, toys, art deco objects, a rare selection of electronic music on vinyl (from the likes of Mouse on Mars’ Sonig label), an amazing array of odd musical instruments (e.g. CasioTone) and old school electronic games. The bounty is wisely arranged in an informal manner—meaning a board game may lead you to looking at a keyboard. Yet that’s the beauty of Chandal, where you never quite know what you’ll find, but you’re always excited by the treasures you come across.