The young drinking quarter around Place Jean Jaures and Notre-Dame du Mont. Craft beer, natural wine and late kebabs from Tuesday to Saturday.
Le Makeda in Marseille's 5e at the edge of La Plaine is the 270-capacity Rue Ferrari concert hall and DJ-set venue opened March 2019, run by Francine.
Tip: Tickets €10-22; the room runs concerts plus DJ sets, scenic residencies and release parties through the week.
Au Petit Nice on Place Jean Jaurès in Marseille's 1er La Plaine is the institution-of-the-square dive run by former European boxing champion Richard.
Tip: Pastis €2.50, pints €4.50; the terrace is the move from 18:00 onwards. Cash preferred for small rounds.