Took my 30 year old 12' ugly stick in to have a guide replaced. The repair was flawless and looked…read moreexactly like the original. The pricing was very reasonable at $20 and it didn't take that long for them to fix. Would have loved to tell my wife they couldn't fix it so I can justify buying a new rod but they came through.

ALWAYS HELPFUL. They have great local knowledge of the area. Also, got my reel filled with new…read morebraid while I was browsing, nice and quick. This shop is my local destination before heading to the surf. They have all your needs for the day or two, or weeks. Paul

Don't let the name fool you -- Saltwaters Bait & Tackle is just as much a friend to freshwater…read morefishermen as it is to those heading out to the ocean. I stopped in recently looking for a medium light rod and reel combo for some fishing at Belmont Lake State Park and Southard's Pond. The owner greeted me like a regular, even though it was my first visit. Before pointing me toward anything, he asked the right questions -- where I'd be fishing, what I'd be targeting, whether I prefer live bait. That kind of intake matters. It's the difference between a salesman and someone who actually wants to set you up for a good day on the water. He walked me over to a display and pulled a rod, reel, and line combo -- all for $50. "This is all you need," he said. And he meant it. He could have easily steered me toward something pricier, but he didn't. That kind of honesty is rare and it earns loyalty. A few bobbers and a bag of hooks later, I walked out fully rigged and ready to go. The shop is easy to find -- right on Montauk Highway, about half a mile from the Robert Moses Causeway. It's not a massive space, but the selection is surprisingly deep, covering rods, reels, hooks, line, lures, and both fresh and frozen bait. The 4.8 stars on Google Maps aren't an accident. Highly recommended.

Absolutely the most down to earth women and family-friendly #smallbusiness on the #southshore if…read more#longisland. Don't blink you'll.miss this gem.hidden on Long Island Reels, tackle, shirts, fishing equipment, and bait

Loved Loved Loved Ted's, our first time here and we stumbled on a perfect day !…read moreEnd of Sept, cool and sunny out. Love the colored Pollywood type high boy chairs, live music soon after we arrived. Great grilled cheese w bacon and hand cut fries from the food truck. Doesn't get better than this, although a drink menu would be nice since it was hard to determine what they could make and what the $$ were. Stick to beer, easy. Though the Pina Colada with a top off of rum (Lee M thought it was a margarita, he knows I can't drink those as they give me agida) We've traveled around and around and this is pretty close to perfection in terms of outdoor, beach side enjoyment. CASH ONLY !!!

What a serendipity! After a Long Beach Boardwalk bike ride, lounging on the beach, Lisa E and I…read moredecided to see what was happening in Point Lookout. Ted's caught our eye, as we prefer drinks outdoors and waterside. As we walked the property trying to decide where to sit amongst the many choices (beach, dock, bar, adirondacks), I noticed a duo bringing in equipment. Adirondacks front and center of band stage was the only choice. Cold beer for me, frozen margarita with a floater for my lady. We settled in for some classic rock tunes ( Dead, Beatles, and some early 70's 1 hit wonders). Food truck grilled cheese perfection with enough crispy handcut fries the feed a family if five. Just a perfect Saturday! ...and a Mrs. Roper Pub Crawl at all 3 bars on the bay side (picture for illustration only as it was next door).

Ordered some of their sailing line kits online, wonderful service, helped me figure out exactly…read morewhat I wanted and they were correct. It even came with instructions for how to install my cleats. Better value than I found anywhere else. Great place!

Great little hidden gem in Amityville right off the water for renting kayaks and paddleboards at a…read morefair price. This location not only rents but it also sells kayaks, paddleboards and more water related gear. The owners/managers when I went for first time docking off here were super smart and sweet. Let it be known they are pretty through when it comes to the newbies, so for those whom are a bit more well versed let them know so you can expedite your days timed leisurely journey. They offered single and double kayaks and naturally supply you with life vests and paddles. Highly recommend this location for any rookie or pro who enjoys our local waterways.

Great owner who took the time to teach my son (and me) how to string up a fishing pole and get us…read moregoing in our fishing adventures. I highly recommend anyone looking for there fishing needs to go here.

I come back here for the great service he provides. They have a ton of great stuff from bait to…read morerods in the store and are very helpful with any questions. One of the times I came in, I was looking for a new setup. I told Billy what I was using it for and what I was willing to spend. Billy told me I could get what I wanted for half of what I was looking to spend. Honest, hardworking people at this store. I fish on the north shore, but I still come here for my supplies

My bro snd I went out with fish whisperer Captain Eric last week and caught many gorgeous and large…read morestriped bass from his very comfortable boat. I hadn't fished with a rod in a while and he guided me thru the correct steps enabling me to successfully hook and land many fish. We experienced a beautiful sunset as Eric repeatedly repositioned the boat for drift fishing using his mad knowledge and expertise to place us right near the stripers. I highly recommend taking a trip with Eric if you want to do it right and enjoy time on the water as well. Eric is a meticulously safe and good captain and additionally, is an excellent fishing guide who helped us enjoy a beautiful evening on the sound. Book with Eric for the ultimate fishing experience.

SEVEN STAR FISHING EXPERIENCE Jul 2025 * Friends…read moreFour of us went fishing on Long Island Sound yesterday from 12 pm to approximately 6 pm with Eric, AKA Captain Fish, from Port Jefferson, Long Island. What a glorious experience. It was the first time of deep sea fishing for two of us. We not only caught tons of fish but got wonderful lessons from Eric as to how to do it right. He is a great teacher, always watching and correcting you so that you don't develop bad habits, but doing so with a ready smile. He is also very ethical and would only let us keep porgies (11 inches +) and sea bass (16.5 inches +) that meet regulation. Our end of the day haul was 30 large sized fish which was way beyond expectation. Most importantly we had 6 hours of pure fun. Also, his boat is extremely clean and well kept. If you ever want to go deep sea fishing, look no further and just call Eric / Captain Fish! I have already recommended him to all my friends who are chomping at the bit to go. They are, I bet a little envious as well - wondering how a novice like me could so much fish. All credit goes to Eric!

Great bait and tackle shop , friendly courteous people and always willing to share local fishing…read moreinfo on where the action is and what baits or lures are working the best

Great local tackle & bait shop on the northern shore! Great service, selection s and prices. I've…read morealways gotten fresh bait which is a must. Support local merchants.

Not bad for $7 admission + $4 for fish food to feed the trout, which was pretty fun. There are lots…read more& lots of trout, mostly and mainly trout at this hatchery. You can also do the catch & keep trout fishing for $16 per 2-hour session and all that's caught will cost $4 per trout. The aquarium had a variety of freshwater fishes & turtles as well as reptiles & amphibians. There's free parking, a small little gift shop and a white chicken that was quite vocal. Worth visiting if you're in the area but don't come with high expectations- it's not a big place.

This is a cute little spot to bring the family to. We didn't fish since you have to make a…read morereservation 2 weeks in advance for $16 a person, includes admission, rod and bait. You can keep whatever you catch for $4, but the trout in the fishing pond look small.. My 2 yr old loved running around and her favorite were the chickens. We bought a bag of food for $4. The trout will definitely eat the food. The larger fish in the bigger pond with the Gars are pickier and prefer live food. The little indoor aquarium was a nice spot to hide from the heat. My only complaint was the worker cleaning and blowing dirt near the toddlers, maybe do another section instead first?