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Petritxol Xocoa

La Rambla & Barri Gòtic


Tucked away along 'chocolate street' Carrer del Petritxol, this den of dental devilry tempts with ranks and ranks of original artisans bars in stunning designs, chocolates stuffed with sweet stuff, gooey pastries and more. It has a small cafe space, as well as branches scattered about town.


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