3 Best Sights in Barrio Logan, San Diego

The cultural center of the Barrio Logan neighborhood, Chicano Park—designated a National Historic Landmark in 2017—was born in 1970 from the activism of local residents who occupied the space after the state rescinded its promise to designate the land a park. Signed into law a year later, the park is now a protected area that brings together families and locals for both public and private events, a welcoming gathering space as well as an outdoor gallery featuring large murals documenting Mexican-American history and Chicano activism. Every year Chicano Park Day is held on April 21, filling the park with the sights and sounds of music, dancers, vintage cars, and food and clothing vendors.

Barrio Logan's first local craft brewery, Border X has a tap list full of brews inspired by Mexican recipes such as the Jamaica-like Blood Saison (with hibiscus) and Abuelita's Chocolate Stout, featuring cocoa and cinnamon flavors. The taproom is lively most weekends, with sounds of cumbia music soundtracking the revelry. Border X also serves tacos, which always pair well with a refreshing lager.