Patriot Charters 

4.9
(294 reviews)
 
Federally permitted
 Scallop Drive, Port Canaveral, FL 32920, United States

Patriot Charters 

Port Canaveral, FL, United States
36 ft
6
4.9
(294 reviews)

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Patriot Charters and Captain Tony offer the finest and safest deep sea sport fishing adventures out of Port Canaveral, Florida. Let an experienced captain put his 5 decades of talent to work for you and enjoy a fun and productive day on the water/

Troll those offshore waters, bottom fish for a large variety of species, or try live baiting. Hit the wreck and reef to check what's biting or master your sight fishing skills. All of that magic happens 14-30 miles offshore in the local honey holes and hottest fishing spots.

Think of all those Sharks, Seabass, Jack Crevalle, Tarpon, Amberjack, Grouper, Snapper, Bonito, Blackfin Tuna, King Mackerel, Cobia, Wahoo, Sailfish, and Mahi Mahi… to name just a few!

Capt. Tony will take you out aboard the 'Patriot'. She is a 36' Harris and was built in the Northeast. The Patriot is a seaworthy vessel with plenty of fishing space and shade for up to 6 anglers.

She features a large covered deck to keep the sun and rain off (when needed, of course). A large flybridge will aid your search for the fish and the massive built-in coolers will have enough storage for your food, drinks, and the catch. The Patriot is also equipped with a private head, V-berths, and a freshwater shower.

With an amazing vessel that is fully rigged to catch fish, decades of local knowledge, and top-notch equipment, Patriot Charters is ready to get you hooked up. You will be provided with Daiwa gear, live bait, and fishing licenses. As well as that, all keeper fish will be cleaned at the end of the trip.

Patriot Charters and Captain Tony offer the finest and safest deep sea sport fishing adventures out of Port Canaveral, Florida. Let an experienced captain put his 5 decades of talent to work for you and enjoy a fun and productive day on the water/

Troll those offshore waters, bottom fish for a large variety of species, or try live baiting. Hit the wreck and reef to check what's biting or master your sight fishing skills. All of that magic happens 14-30 miles offshore in the local honey holes and hottest fishing spots.

Think of all those Sharks, Seabass, Jack Crevalle, Tarpon, Amberjack, Grouper, Snapper, Bonito, Blackfin Tuna, King Mackerel, Cobia, Wahoo, Sailfish, and Mahi Mahi… to name just a few!

Capt. Tony will take you out aboard the 'Patriot'. She is a 36' Harris and was built in the Northeast. The Patriot is a seaworthy vessel with plenty of fishing space and shade for up to 6 anglers.

She features a large covered deck to keep the sun and rain off (when needed, of course). A large flybridge will aid your search for the fish and the massive built-in coolers will have enough storage for your food, drinks, and the catch. The Patriot is also equipped with a private head, V-berths, and a freshwater shower.

With an amazing vessel that is fully rigged to catch fish, decades of local knowledge, and top-notch equipment, Patriot Charters is ready to get you hooked up. You will be provided with Daiwa gear, live bait, and fishing licenses. As well as that, all keeper fish will be cleaned at the end of the trip.

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Trip availability and prices

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Half Day Offshore Trip - 6hrs
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $900
Entire boat: up to 6 people
3/4 Day Offshore Trip 7,5hrs
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
7 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $1,050
Entire boat: up to 6 people
Full Day Offshore Trip - 9hrs
In high demand Last booked: 6 days ago
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
9 hour trip starts at 7:00 AM
US $1,150
Entire boat: up to 6 people
There are 15 people looking at this charter.

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Rating

4.9
294 reviews
4.9
Boat & equipment
4.9
Captain & crew
4.9
Fishing Experience

Anglers' gallery (401)

What anglers say

97%
Great experience
96%
Family friendly
99%
Friendly captain
99%
Good boat
98%
Recommended
96%
Caught fish

All reviews (294)

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Lincoln Goznell
Lincoln Goznell
us
Florida, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
New
Great day fishing!
Full Day Offshore Trip - 9hrs on August 29, 20266 adults

Catain Tony was there and had his boat ready for us when we arrived. We started the day trying to catch live bait. We heard over the radio that the bait pods were just not around. After searching for them for a while Captain Tony decided to head to deeper water and begin fishing with frozen bait. We had a double hookup as soon as he had put baits in the water. 2 nice King fish in the box! The fishing slowed down so Captain Tony got on his radio and contacted another boat Captain. We pulled up to thier boat and they gave us some live bait. We started catching fish right away! It's nice to have a Captain with such good friends! We all caught multiple fish and had a great experience on the water. After returning to the dock with several Kingfish and 2 Mahi Mahi Captain Tony cleaned and bagged all of our catch! I would highly recommend fishing on his boat. He is a very experienced and professional Captain. He stayed busy all day long. We had 6 of us on the boat.We had plenty of room to fish and lots of shade from the sun. My family had a great day fishing. Thanks Captain Tony!

Reported catch:
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Cobia
Tony Grillo
Response from Captain

Thank you very much Lincoln.

Christopher Kocsis
Christopher Kocsis
Repeat angler
us
Florida, US
Member since 2025
2 trips
5.0
Verified
New
The half day trip was loads of fun
Half Day Offshore Trip - 6hrs on August 15, 20262 adults

Caught a few fish to photograph (photo included, blurred for minor's privacy) and tossed back (some were too small or just out of season but still fun!) But we got a big kingfish for dinner. Almost 5 lbs of fresh fish all said and done. The captain was patient and kind with the birthday boy who had a bout of motion sickness, and although he felt miserable he wants to go again and find his "sea legs", so thank you Captain for the great trip!

Tony Grillo
Response from Captain

Thank you Christopher.

APRIL BANNON
APRIL BANNON
us
Merritt Island, FL, US
Member since 2025
5.0
Verified
King Fish
Half Day Offshore Trip - 6hrs on July 4, 20264 adults2 children

We had a great day fishing with Tony! From the moment I booked the trip, he was informative and honest. He even called before our trip to let us know that the fishing had been slow the past couple of days and offered us the option to reschedule. We decided to take our chances, and we’re so glad we did! Tony worked hard to find the fish, and he definitely didn’t disappoint. His knowledge, experience, and determination made for an awesome day on the water. If you’re looking for a great fishing charter, I highly recommend booking with Tony. Thanks again for an amazing experience—we’re already looking forward to booking another trip with you!

Reported catch:
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Tony Grillo
Response from Captain

Thank you April.

Miles Burgess
Miles Burgess
us
Ohio, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
King Mackerel Overload
Full Day Offshore Trip - 9hrs on June 24, 20266 adults

This trip will not be forgotten by us for a long time. I went with my aunt and brother-in-law, who didn't have much fishing experience, and we caught a limit in king mackerel and three mahi mahi. The morning started on a slow bite, but the captain was determined to get us on some consistent fish. Then after a couple moves he put us on the motherload of kings. We had multiple times with two fish being hooked at the same time, and Tony handled our inexperience perfectly. We didnt lose anything to a missed gaff or errors on his part. I would definitely book Patriot charters again and highly recommend this experience for both new and experienced anglers!

Reported catch:
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Tony Grillo
Response from Captain

Thanks Miles was fun day.

Duggan Moran
Duggan Moran
us
Colorado, US
Member since 2026
5.0
Verified
Awesome Trip
Half Day Offshore Trip - 6hrs on April 26, 20264 adults2 children

We just got back from our charter with Patriot Charters, and it was fantastic. Captain Tony did an incredible job making the trip enjoyable even with some pretty rough ocean conditions. We really wanted to get out there, and he made it happen safely and professionally. We ended up limiting out on kingfish, which made the day even better. The highlight, though, was seeing how much my son Miles loved the experience. That alone made it worth it. If you’re looking for a great day on the water with a captain who knows what he’s doing and goes the extra mile, I highly recommend Patriot Charters. 5 stars all the way.

Reported catch:
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Red Snapper
Tony Grillo
Response from Captain

Thank you very much Duggen glad we made it happen.

FAQs about Patriot Charters

Patriot Charters offers the following trips to customers:
  • US $900 per group - Half Day Offshore Trip - 6hrs (6 hours)
  • US $1,050 per group - 3/4 Day Offshore Trip 7,5hrs (7 hours)
  • US $1,150 per group - Full Day Offshore Trip - 9hrs (9 hours)
When you book a trip with Patriot Charters, you can expect the following amenities onboard:
  • Toilet
  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Bed
  • Flybridge
  • Live bait well
  • Outriggers
  • Ice box
  • Radar
Trips booked with Patriot Charters include:
  • Rods, reels & tackle (Daiwa)
  • Live bait
  • Catch cleaning & filleting
  • Fishing license
Patriot Charters offers the following types of fishing:
  • Offshore fishing (14-30 miles )
  • Reef fishing
  • Wreck fishing
Patriot Charters offers the following fishing techniques:
  • Heavy tackle
  • Bottom fishing
  • Trolling
  • Deep sea fishing
Top targeted fish species with Patriot Charters include:
  • Amberjack
  • Cobia
  • Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
  • Grouper (Goliath)
  • Jack Crevalle
  • King Mackerel (Kingfish)
  • Sailfish
  • Seabass (Black)
  • Snapper (Red)
  • Tarpon
  • Tuna (Blackfin)
  • Wahoo

Your captain

Tony Grillo
Tony Grillo

Port Canaveral, Florida, United States

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294 Customer reviews
Typical response within an hour
Member since March 2018
Angler's Choice

The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.

Captain Tony Grillo is a second-generation master angler and boatsman. With over 5 decades of fishing talent and experience, Tony knows how to find, catch, and bring in the best that the mighty Atlantic Ocean has to offer. Capt. Tony has a lot of repeat customers and caters to families, fishing buddies, beginners, and seasoned professionals alike.

Tony Grillo
Tony Grillo
Fully verified
Angler's Choice
294
reviews
2018
member since
~1h
response
Captain Tony Grillo is a second-generation master angler and boatsman. With over 5 decades of fishing talent and experience, Tony knows how to find, catch, and bring in the best that the mighty Atlantic Ocean has to offer. Capt. Tony has a lot of repeat customers and caters to families, fishing buddies, beginners, and seasoned professionals alike.

The fish you can target

Amberjack
Amberjack
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Goliath Grouper
Goliath Grouper
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Sailfish
Sailfish
Black Seabass
Black Seabass
Red Snapper
Red Snapper
Tarpon
Tarpon
Blackfin Tuna
Blackfin Tuna
Wahoo
Wahoo
Amberjack
Amberjack
Cobia
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Goliath Grouper
Goliath Grouper
Jack Crevalle
Jack Crevalle

Real catches by this captain

  • Great day fishing!
    Lincoln G.
    Lincoln G.
  • Great day!
    Robert J.
    Robert J.
  • best trip!
    Jordan H.
    Jordan H.
  • Great Trip - Caught Limit
    Jeremy L.
    Jeremy L.
  • The half day trip was loads of fun
    Christopher K.
    Christopher K.
  • Awesome Trip
    Tyler J.
    Tyler J.
  • Great experience
    Mike W.
    Mike W.
  • the Fish were ON!
    Tim W.
    Tim W.
  • Superb fishing trip!
    Wrey M.
    Wrey M.
  • Great trip
    Jay H.
    Jay H.

What is the boat like?

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Boat category
Sportfishing boats
Capacity
6 persons
Boat length
36 ft
Year built
1985
Restored in
2017
Boat manufacturer
Harris
Boat type
Sportfishing
Engine model
John Deer 375 Diesel
Powered by
1 x 375HP
Max cruising speed
16 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Offshore Fishing
14-30 miles
Reef Fishing
Wreck Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Heavy Tackle
Bottom Fishing
Trolling
Deep Sea Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

Toilet
GPS
Fishfinder
Bed
Flybridge
Live bait well
Outriggers
Ice box
Radar
What's included in the trip price
Rods, reels & tackle
Daiwa
Live bait
Catch cleaning & filleting
Fishing license

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 3 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 3 days before the trip date, free of charge. If you cancel or modify your booking later, or fail to show up, you'll forfeit 100% of what you've paid.

More details

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.

Child friendly
You keep catch
Catch and release allowed

How you can pay

Book with 25% deposit, pay rest to captain

When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 25% deposit to guarantee your reservation.

The remaining balance is to be paid directly to the charter operator on or prior to your trip date in one of the following payment methods:

 Cash

 Visa

 Mastercard

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 4% charge will apply.

What’s biting in Port Canaveral right now

AmberjackAmberjack
CobiaCobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)King Mackerel (Kingfish)
SailfishSailfish
TarponTarpon
Tuna (Blackfin)Tuna (Blackfin)
WahooWahoo

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