Golden Phoenix
A beacon of luxury and refinement, The Golden Phoenix stands resplendent amid its exotic gardens in the Garden Quarter of Greyhawk.
This prestigious establishment is renowned across the Flanaess for its unparalleled accommodations, exquisite cuisine, and exclusive clientele.
With 12 double rooms, 18 single rooms, and two world-class restaurants, this is not merely an inn—it is an experience.
Dining at The Golden Phoenix
The Phoenix boasts two renowned dining halls, each catering to the most discerning of palates:
- The Velunese Grill – Offers breakfasts, high luncheons, afternoon herbal teas, and light suppers in an elegant yet relaxed setting.
- The Celene Feast Hall – A grand venue that opens only for High Luncheon (lasting until 4 PM) and Grand Supper (8 PM to 2 AM), offering a truly decadent culinary experience.
Pricing:
- Set meals: 10–15 gp
- À la carte: +25% to 100% (1d4 × 25%)
- Chef’s Specialty: Up to 35 gp
On the last day of each month and during public holidays, the Celene Feast Hall hosts a Grand Feast, an opulent ten-course banquet featuring the finest wines and liqueurs, paired with entertainment from musicians, bards, jugglers, and acrobats.
Cost: 50 gp per head
Duration: Six hours
Only the most refined guests are permitted entry. Those who lack proper etiquette, noble bearing, or appropriate attire will find themselves politely turned away.
The Kitchen & Its Masterpieces
The kitchen staff consists of 12 elite chefs (eight halflings and four half-elves), led by Grand Master of Repasts Suleril Aleris, a half-elven culinary genius who has trained in the kitchens of Celene , Veluna , and the Grand Duchy of Geoff. Among their legendary dishes:
Rabbit Velunaise
A Velunese classic, featuring young rabbit, basted in a rich stock with carrots, onions, herbs, and garlic. The rabbit is then glazed and simmered in sparkling uskberry wine, drained before serving, and paired with buttered greens and a baked potato stuffed with garlic-sautéed fungi.
Almorian Stuffed Stirge
A rare delicacy, prepared with chestnut and wholemeal bread stuffing, seasoned with herbs and lemon. The stirge’s skin is rubbed with yarpick nut oil and ground pepper, enhancing its deep, rich flavor.
For groups of four or more, the whole stirge is mounted atop its own ribcage in a swooping posture, often accompanied by stuffed dormouse, olives, and capers. The dish is served with buttered greens, a tangy yogurt dip, and a sharp cranberry-like relish.
Other Signature Dishes
- Celene Moonberry Cakes
- Trout en Croûte with Melted Perrenland Cheeses and Herbs
- Ixitxachitl Fillets with a Rich Sauce of Cream, Prawns, Lemon Butter, and Dill
- Hundreds of other exquisite creations, tailored to the nobility’s tastes
Every dish is paired with wines and liqueurs of extraordinary quality, hand-selected by the Phoenix’s Master Sommelier.
The Accommodations
For those who can afford it, The Golden Phoenix offers the most luxurious lodgings in Greyhawk:
- Single Room with Breakfast: 10 gp per night
- Double Room with Breakfast: 15 gp per night
Each room features:
- Goose-down mattresses and pillows
- Rich carpets and elegant furnishings
- Hot running water, thanks to a boiler enchanted with a permanent wall of fire
- 24-hour room service
After weeks of perilous adventuring, few comforts compare to a stay at The Golden Phoenix.
Encounters at The Golden Phoenix
The Phoenix is not merely a place to rest and dine—it is where the powerful and influential gather. PCs who visit or stay here will rub shoulders with Greyhawk’s elite, including:
- Lady Valderesse Sharn
- Tenser, Otto , and Jallarzi Sallavarian (Jallarzi often visits to retrieve Edwina, who enjoys the pastries a little too much)
- Nerof Gasgol and Org Nenshen
- Occasionally, even members of the Circle of Eight
Grand Feasts are particularly prime opportunities for PCs to interact with high-ranking nobles, diplomats, and powerful mages.
However, the Phoenix is not without its dangers:
- Thieves may target wealthy guests, leading to unexpected adventures.
- Drunken noble students sometimes cause disturbances, though they are quickly and quietly removed.
- If they persist, a notable mage patron may simply walk over and offer to polymorph them into something the chef can prepare for dinner—a threat usually heeded immediately.
For those who lack the gold for an extended stay, the Velunese Grill’s afternoon tea (2 gp) offers an affordable taste of The Golden Phoenix’s prestige.
For adventurers seeking opulence, intrigue, and high-society connections, The Golden Phoenix is unmatched.
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