Hidden along the tranquil shores of the Manatee River sits a bright turquoise oasis where Florida sunshine meets Philadelphia soul.
Woody’s River Roo in Ellenton might look like your typical waterfront tiki bar, but one bite of their Philly cheesesteak will have you questioning everything you thought you knew about this iconic sandwich.
The magic happens where you’d least expect it—under a thatched roof with boats gently bobbing in the background and palm trees swaying in the Gulf breeze.
Some food experiences are worth planning an entire road trip around, and this is undoubtedly one of them…