The Gambler is a roomy, comfortable boat with a lovely crew who help with everything from baiting…read morehooks to fixing rod issues, which makes the whole trip feel really easy and welcoming. The crew clearly explains all the instructions before you start, and the whistle signals along the way make it simple to know exactly when to stop and start fishing. Even though we didn't catch anything this time, we still had a wonderful trip with Captain Bob and the crew, who are great with beginners and make sure everyone feels taken care of. It's a very beginner‑friendly boat, especially for families, and there are even fun photo‑op spots right next door to round out the experience.

Fished out of the Gambler w/ my Father In Law for my birthday, was a great experience. I'm mostly…read morea "Sweetwater" fisherman (freshwater), so it had been a few years since I've been on a Party Boat. Last few times out on other outfits, we didn't catch any Keeper fluke to take home, that was disappointing. But the Gambler put us Keepers, somehow I don't think that was a "fluke" (excuse the pun). Crew was helpful and professional, and the boat was clean. I recommend them if you are looking to do some fishing on a Party Boat along the Jersey Shore.

My family rented a pontoon from Benchmark last month and had a great experience! The boat was clean…read moreand spacious, plenty of room for a group of 6. We rented the boat for 90 minutes which was the perfect amount of time to cruise. We'll absolutely rent a boat again from this company again next summer!

Do not use for Suzuki service!!! Nick is a liar, Incompetent so called Suzuki mechanics, couldn't…read morefigure out that the problem was a loose wire connection. They never really fixed the problem, boat came back with more issues than it had before service. Changed out multiple good parts that were covered under the warranty and never submitted the paperwork for it even though they said they did, confirmed that nothing was submitted with Suzuki warranty. Boat came back filthy, they couldn't even bother to wipe down the fingerprints or clean up the boot prints, and I definitely do not recommend Benchmark Suzuki for service.

So easy to book. So easy to find. Extremely reasonable. Captain, Mates, and master baiters are very…read morehelpful when you need them. And will let you do it yourself if you are more comfortable. . Clean bathrooms, coffee, soda. And food . Had a blast. Caught plenty. Don't forget to tip your crew. They work their buts off.

Great time on the Norma K III. Cabin is spacious, clean and has ample seating. There is a small…read moreeating area with some snacking options. Our mate even made hotdogs for passengers. The day we went did not have a massive number of people onboard. The charters I've done at the Shore are usually crammed with people. It was refreshing to have some space to move around on the Norma K III. Hardworking Captain Tom (think that was his name) who moves around a lot to get you as many chances as possible to get a catch. I'm a newbie to fishing and caught my biggest fish (blue fish) ever in the Norma K III. Our mate, Xavier was affable, helpful, informative and a great addition to the crew. I would definitely recommend the Norma K III and we plan on going out again with them. I actually want to give them 5 stars but will hold off for at least 1 more outing. If my next one is as enjoyable as today then they will definitely update to 5 Star.

Such a fantastic time. I would highly recommend! The crew was great. captain was awesome we caught…read morea crap ton of fish and had a blast! Definitely going to be doing this again!

We rented the charter boat for a Saturday birthday fishing party. We had a great time! The captain…read moreand the crew were VERY helpful and friendly - you know they love fishing and know how to fish, AND they are there to make sure you have a good time fishing. The captain would often readjust the location so that we have a better and greater chance catching fishes. We caught a lot on that day. You don't get the same experience from a party boat fishing. We had a blast!!! Check out my photos, especially a video of a baby shark. BTW, they will process your fishes per your instruction so you take home what you want and ready to cook.

Been on her many times, Great crew and captain. Since I retired, I been back a couple of times…read more Looking to plan a trip for striped bass soon.

Great fishing and party boat! A couple years back we even went out for a service to sprinkle…read moreashes. Great fishing crew, so helpful! Anthony is the best! Thanks for a great experience.

Great trip on 10-12-2022. On fish all day. Best crew in the North Atlantic fleet. Efficient,…read morecourteous and expert in what they do. Could not have been a better day.

Chartered the Mimi VI last Saturday for my boyfriend's 50th surprise party. I can't even tell you…read morewhat an amazing experience this was. Captain Kenny kept us on the fish all day and in total we saw over 150 fish. The mates Jake and Trevor were on TOP of every guest's needs. There were several first timers and kids and they made sure that helped them out all day....they worked their butts off!!! They even helped me in advance with coming up with an idea about how to trick him to get him on the boat. In the end my boyfriend said that this was one of the best days of his LIFE! THANK YOU MIMI VI FOR MAKING HIS 50th PARTY AMAZING!

My son and I went fishing on this boat in Aug. 2024 on a weekday. We chose it because they claim…read moreto only run at a 50% capacity . When we got there early in the morning after driving 2 hours, it was almost packed. I would say it was at least at 90%. The crew was nice. However, the experience was not the same because I was expecting to have some space between me and the guy next to me. Instead everyone was about a foot apart. Not comfortable when you your trying to cast a 5 foot fishing pole. They are actively lying to your face when you go onto their website. They clearly state 50% capacity .

Fished aboard the Queen Mary this past Sunday 7/21 and again today Friday 7/28. Captain and crew…read morewere some of the most professional I've fished with. Knowledgeable and helpful are the first two words that come to mind. Sunday's fishing was very good, some of the best bonito fishing I've ever experienced. Never thought that today's fishing would be better but it was--amazing, once in a life time bite. The attached picture is from Sunday's trip. This was my 10 AM cooler check and you can see how full it was. Highly recommend

Our last charter captain closed up due to the pandemic. This was our first time fishing with the…read morecrew of Jerzey Nutz. We will definitely be coming back. The boat was spacious, powerful, clean and well appointed. More important than the boat was the fact that we caught finish early and limited out within an hour and a half. The captain was great and the mate was excellent. We had numerous doubleheaders and the mate untangled everything and got us back into the water as quick as possible. Definitely coming back

From the owner: The crew of the Jersey Nutz has been extensively fishing the waters off of NJ and the entire east…read morecoast for the past 15 years. With tournament proven methods, perfected by a team on the top of its game, you can be sure that we are here to put you on the fish. The Jersey Nutz team is located in Pt. Pleasant NJ, just minutes from 195 and the NJ Parkway. This location allows us instant access to some of the Best Inshore And Off Shore Charter Fishing New Jersey has to offer, via a short ride through the Manasquan Inlet. Whether you are wanting to chase down trophy Bass, Play tog of war with a Blackfish, and do battle with a Yellowfin Tuna, we can make it happen. The Jersey Nutz team has excelled and proven themselves as a producing team when it comes to fishing the offshore waters of NJ, Capitalizing on our 24 hour overnight Tuna trips offers our customers the biggest bang for their buck. While ensuring we are on the tuna grounds during prime times to put fish in the boat. Also during the Spring and Fall we offer 8 hour trips for trophy Striped Bass. Chasing these fish has become a mastered skill of the crew and always been a long time love for us.

Our first-time cruise on The River Queen last Tuesday (8/17). The River Queen was sailing out of…read morePoint Pleasant NJ that day. A very nice calming cruise along the Manasquan River. The riverboat is an old-fashioned paddleboat, straight out a Mississippi River setting. Our Captain met us as we approached the dock. He was very friendly & had a great sense of humor. He gave us some tips & fun facts about the riverboat & made the guests feel very comfortable. The weather was perfect, as we cruised along the calm inland waters of the Manasquan River, with unique perspectives of the beautiful waters and picturesque homes of the Manasquan River. A cash bar was also offered serving wine, beer, soda & juice. They offer other tours, such as a lunch cruise, a Pasta & Fireworks, as well as the 90-minute cruise (which we took). It was a lot of fun & we are looking to do the Pasta & Fireworks cruise next time.

I planned my Dads 100th Birthday Celebration a few months in advance. Luckily his actual birthdate…read morewas available. From the early planning stages to the parties end, it was fantastic to work with this staff. Everyone was attentive, and available for my party to be a success. The weather was perfect and the food was plentiful and delicious. Thank you River Queen for making my Dads birthday and cruise an amazing memory.