The carts are located in Southeast Portland's Mt.

[1] The food cart "pod" opened in 2015 and focuses on Latin American cuisine, community and culture.

[5] In 2024, a two-alarm fire damaged the central building and temporarily stopped power and water service for the carts.

[8] The food pod re-opened approximately three weeks later.

Tenants have included:Michael Russell included Barrio in The Oregonian's list of the 21 "most painful" restaurant and bar closures of 2024.