Tavern Generator
Generate random taverns with names, staff, menus, and rumors for your D&D or tabletop RPG campaign. Perfect for game masters who need quick inspiration.
Tavern Generator
Generate random taverns with names, staff, menus, and rumors for your RPG
Quality Levels:
- Squalid: 1 sp/day - Dangerous, minimal amenities
- Poor: 2 sp/day - Basic but functional
- Modest: 1 gp/day - Decent food and beds
- Comfortable: 2 gp/day - Good service and quality
- Wealthy: 4 gp/day - Fine dining and lodging
- Aristocratic: 10+ gp/day - Luxury accommodations
How to Use
- 1Select quality — Choose a quality level (squalid to aristocratic) or leave as random for variety.
- 2Generate tavern — Click Generate Tavern to create a complete establishment.
- 3Review details — See the tavern name, description, atmosphere, and any special features.
- 4Meet the staff — Each tavern includes NPCs with names, roles, descriptions, and quirks.
- 5Check the menu — View food and drink options with prices in copper, silver, or gold.
- 6Gather rumors — Use the rumors as adventure hooks or local color for your campaign.
Frequently Asked Questions
What do the quality levels mean?
Quality levels follow D&D 5e lifestyle expenses: Squalid (1 sp/day) is dangerous and minimal, Poor (2 sp/day) is basic, Modest (1 gp/day) is decent, Comfortable (2 gp/day) is good quality, Wealthy (4 gp/day) is upscale, and Aristocratic (10+ gp/day) is luxury.
How are menu prices determined?
Base prices are adjusted by quality level. Squalid taverns have 50% prices, while aristocratic establishments charge double. Prices are shown in the most appropriate denomination (cp, sp, or gp).
What are NPC quirks?
Quirks are memorable personality traits or habits that make NPCs more interesting and memorable. Not every NPC has a quirk - about half will have one randomly assigned.
Can I use the rumors as quest hooks?
Absolutely! Rumors are designed to spark adventure ideas. They range from local gossip to hints about dungeons, monsters, and mysteries that could become full quests.
What are special features?
About 30% of taverns have a special feature - something unique like a secret room, resident ghost, fighting pit, or magical amenity that makes the establishment memorable.