Rod Bender Fishing Charters LLC
Rod Bender Fishing Charters LLC
Rod Bender Fishing Charters invites you to join Captain Anthony Menichino for a fishing adventure in the waters of St Augustine, Florida. He is more than happy to accommodate children and provide hands-on training to those less experienced in the hobby.
His boat is a 26' Cobia that's powered by a twin 150 HP Yamaha engines. This vessel is one of the most comfortable riding boats out there, as you'll soon find out. Not only that, but it comes equipped with radar, sonar, outriggers and everything else you need for a productive day on the water.
Capt. Anthony will take you to the areas that produce the most action. Those will usually include wrecks, reefs and the natural bottom. Of course, the most important factor will be what you'd like to catch on your trip.
If you plan on going nearshore, expect to encounter Flounder, Whiting, Redfish, Mangrove Snapper and other fun species. In the deeper offshore waters, you can look forward to varieties of Snapper, Grouper, Jacks, Kingfish, Cobia, Wahoo, Mahi and some Tuna.
Capt. Anthony is very happy to accommodate you by filleting your catch and bagging it up with ice. All you need to bring is hats, sunglasses, sun lotion (but no spray sun lotion), along with some food and drinks. He works hard to put you on the fish, and there's plenty of fish in the sea out here! We pick you up at a 5 star marina
Rod Bender Fishing Charters invites you to join Captain Anthony Menichino for a fishing adventure in the waters of St Augustine, Florida. He is more than happy to accommodate children and provide hands-on training to those less experienced in the hobby.
His boat is a 26' Cobia that's powered by a twin 150 HP Yamaha engines. This vessel is one of the most comfortable riding boats out there, as you'll soon find out. Not only that, but it comes equipped with radar, sonar, outriggers and everything else you need for a productive day on the water.
Capt. Anthony will take you to the areas that produce the most action. Those will usually include wrecks, reefs and the natural bottom. Of course, the most important factor will be what you'd like to catch on your trip.
If you plan on going nearshore, expect to encounter Flounder, Whiting, Redfish, Mangrove Snapper and other fun species. In the deeper offshore waters, you can look forward to varieties of Snapper, Grouper, Jacks, Kingfish, Cobia, Wahoo, Mahi and some Tuna.
Capt. Anthony is very happy to accommodate you by filleting your catch and bagging it up with ice. All you need to bring is hats, sunglasses, sun lotion (but no spray sun lotion), along with some food and drinks. He works hard to put you on the fish, and there's plenty of fish in the sea out here! We pick you up at a 5 star marina
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Tish Davis5.0VerifiedNewGuys caught SO many fish!!
Half Day Trip – Inshore - 11:30 AM on September 18, 2026 • 2 adultsEverything about this trip was five stars: ease of booking, Captain’s responsiveness, boat, gear, fishing spots. The Captain has been in the area for a long time so is very familiar with where the fish usually are. Red snapper, grouper, flounder, red fish, black drum, jack, ladyfish, spade are just some of what was caught. Looking forward to fishing with Captain Anthony again soon!
Wendolyn Sneef5.0VerifiedGreat Birthday present for my husband!
Half Day Trip – Inshore on April 4, 2026 • 2 adultsMy husband and I had a great time fishing with Capt. Anthony and Ethan. But first things first. We are very grateful that they were willing and able to accommodate a last minute change in our schedule. That was much appreciated. The fishing trip was a lot of fun. Capt. Anthony and Ethan were gracious and extremely attentive. Not having fished in decades, they took the time to help me with the casts, took care of hooking the bait, and released the fish we caught from the hooks. Our time was spent 100% fishing rather than fussing around with the equipment, bait, and so forth. They knew where the fish would bite, so we changed locations a few times following the fish, with success. Ethan also provided interesting information about the historic city of St. Augustine, which I appreciated. At the end, the captain cleaned the fish and gave it to us in bags with ice. I do not have enough words to express our gratitude. They made this birthday easy, fun and memorable. Thank you Wendy and Erick
Kevin Szczurek5.0VerifiedHighly recommend!
Full Day Trip – Offshore on August 4, 2026 • 4 adultsTo say this was The beat trip ever would be an understatement! Captain Anthony was amazing. The boat was gorgeous and we cought so many fish we were giving them away at the dock. We came form California for my son's 21st birthday and I found Rod Benders on the website, wow did we luck out. We have already talked about coming back just to go out with Captain Anthony again. Yes, we enjoyed the trip that much.
Chris Truell5.0VerifiedGreat Day during tough conditions
Extended day trolling trip on April 30, 2026 • 2 adultsDid an 11hr charter. Captain Anthony and mate Dan fished very hard and made it happen with rough seas. 30mph winds and 7 foot swells. It was a tough day to be 60 miles out but they made it happen. Kept trying different baits, locations and techniques until we put our targeted fish in the boat. Kudos for a great attitude, great communication and thoughtfulness. Looking forward to the next trip.
Stephanie Marrero5.0VerifiedGreat day on the water!!
Half Day Trip – Inshore - 11:30 AM on May 22, 2026 • 2 adultsWe celebrated my husbands birthday on the water. Everything was awesome. Captain Anthony & Crew were amazing, making sure we the poles were ready, fresh bait within seconds of needing new bait. Very knowledgeable, and just cool guys all around. We had the best day!!! We cant wait to go back!!
Madison Murphy5.0VerifiedFantastic Experience!
3/4 Day Trip – Offshore on June 6, 2026 • 6 adultsWe had a wonderful time with Captain Anthony and Austin! They were extremely knowledgeable about the fish and knew exactly where to take us so we would all catch one! 10/10 experience!
John PayneRepeat angler5.0VerifiedAnother great fishing trip!!
Half Day Trip – Inshore on July 15, 2026 • 3 adults • 1 childTook the kids fishing with Rod Bender for the second year in a row. A great time once again. Caught a wide variety of fish and brought home a bag full of fish!!!
Vince Harris5.0VerifiedGreat captain and boat!
Half Day Trip – Inshore on April 9, 2026 • 4 adultsWe had a great time with Captain Anthony and caught 11 keepers to make a fish taco dinner!
Beatrice Pops5.0VerifiedCaptain Anthony & Ed were the best!
Dolphin tours and sight seeing trip on February 14, 2026 • 3 adultsWow! What an amazing experience & what an amazing crew. Don’t waste your time looking at other fishing guides - we were cared for, very professional, and so much fun! If I could I would give them 100 stars! We will definitely be going back.
Miranda Barnard5.0Verified10/10 Recommend
Half Day Trip – Inshore - 11:30 AM on May 2, 2026 • 3 adultsAmazing Capt and Crew! Catching fish and having fun 😁
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It was our first time offshore and we’re truing to learn how to do it on our own boat up north. We asked Captain Anthony to teach us how to troll and he went through everything step by step, including the signs of activity on the water and the tackle. He answered every question in great detail and we came out feeling confident we know what to do when we get home. The fish we caught was just a bonus! His boat is also beautiful and comfortable even when we started hitting rough water. Overall awesome trip and I would recommend Captain Anthony to anyone!
It was a pleasure meeting you guys and teaching a lot of boating and fishing stuff. Thanks for the review. - Capt. Anthony
Everything about this trip was five stars: ease of booking, Captain’s responsiveness, boat, gear, fishing spots. The Captain has been in the area for a long time so is very familiar with where the fish usually are. Red snapper, grouper, flounder, red fish, black drum, jack, ladyfish, spade are just some of what was caught. Looking forward to fishing with Captain Anthony again soon!
My two daughters and I went out with Anthony on an afternoon trip. The three of us had a blast. Anthony is a great guy and great Captain. He knows his boat, the weather, and how and where to catch fish. My daughters seemed to have fish on the line the whole time we were out. He not only kept us catching fish but judged the weather perfectly and got us under cover at the marina before the rain rolled in. We had a great fish dinner that night. Next time we are in town we will certainly look him up.
Thanks so much for the review!! It was a real pleasure meeting you and your daughters. I'm glad you guys enjoyed your charter and make sure when your back I town to look me up. Thanks again - Capt. Anthony
My husband and I had a great time fishing with Capt. Anthony and Ethan. But first things first. We are very grateful that they were willing and able to accommodate a last minute change in our schedule. That was much appreciated. The fishing trip was a lot of fun. Capt. Anthony and Ethan were gracious and extremely attentive. Not having fished in decades, they took the time to help me with the casts, took care of hooking the bait, and released the fish we caught from the hooks. Our time was spent 100% fishing rather than fussing around with the equipment, bait, and so forth. They knew where the fish would bite, so we changed locations a few times following the fish, with success. Ethan also provided interesting information about the historic city of St. Augustine, which I appreciated. At the end, the captain cleaned the fish and gave it to us in bags with ice. I do not have enough words to express our gratitude. They made this birthday easy, fun and memorable. Thank you Wendy and Erick
It was a pleasure meeting you guys. I hope your husband had a great birthday and a goof time fishing!! Thanks for booking with us - Capt. Anthony
If you're on the fence about booking with Rod Bender Fishing Charters, let me make the decision easy for you: just do it. Anthony and Ethan put together one of the best experiences I've had on the water. These guys are the real deal, friendly, hilarious, and incredibly knowledgeable. They clearly love what they do, and that energy is contagious from the moment you step on the boat. We ended up catching nearly 20 fish, which speaks for itself. Whether you're a seasoned angler or just getting started, they know exactly how to put you on the fish and keep things exciting the whole time. Honestly, I can't recommend this charter enough. We're already planning to come back for a full day offshore trip, and I cannot wait. Do yourself a favor and book these guys. You will not regret it. 10/10.
Thanks so much for the awesome review! It was a pleasure meeting you guys and iI love what I do. Definitely let me know when you're ready to do the offshore charter. Thanks again - Capt. Anthony
FAQs about Rod Bender Fishing Charters LLC
- US $595 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip – Inshore (4 hours)
- US $595 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - Half Day Trip – Inshore - 11:30 AM (4 hours)
- US $795 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - 3/4 Day Trip – Inshore (6 hours)
- US $795 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - Kingfish and cobia trolling trip (5 hours)
- US $995 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - 3/4 Day Trip – Offshore (6 hours)
- US $995 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - Nearshore (6 hours)
- US $1,395 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - Full Day Trip – Offshore (8 hours)
- US $1,595 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - Extended Full Day Trip – Offshore (11 hours)
- US $1,795 per group, additional US $100 per person after 3 guests - Extended day trolling trip (11 hours)
- Toilet Private head.
- GPS
- Fishfinder
- Live bait well
- Wireless trolling motor
- Outriggers
- Ice box
- Radar
- Rods, reels & tackle (Penn Rods and Reels)
- Live bait (Yes the live bait is included in the price of the charter.)
- Catch cleaning & filleting (Yes I do clean and fillet the fish that you catch and I also put them in zip lock bags for you.)
- First mate (Gratuity not included in price )
- Fishing license (You don't need any fishing license for charters they are included for the charter.)
- Inshore fishing
- Nearshore fishing
- Offshore fishing (It depends of the type of charter that you book and also the weather.)
- Reef fishing
- Wreck fishing
- Light tackle
- Heavy tackle
- Bottom fishing
- Trolling
- Spinning
- Drift fishing
- Deep sea fishing
- Amberjack
- Cobia
- Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
- Flounder
- Grouper (Black)
- Grouper (Gag)
- Grouper (Scamp)
- King Mackerel (Kingfish)
- Redfish
- Snapper (Lane)
- Snapper (Red)
- Snapper (Vermilion)
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St. Augustine, Florida, United States
The Angler's Choice Award is given to listings that consistently deliver a high-quality service and earn great reviews from customers.
Captain Anthony Menichino has been fishing pretty much his whole life. Having fished St. Augustine for almost 20 years now, he's very knowledgeable about the fishery and what it offers. He likes his fishing to be action-packed and will do his best to show his guests just how exciting fishing here can get.
Anthony M.
Captain
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How cancellations work
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.
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Pickup not included
Transfer to/from departure site is not included in trip rates.
How you can pay
When the captain confirms your trip, FishingBooker charges your credit card a 15% 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:
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Visa
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When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3.5% charge will apply.
What’s biting in St. Augustine right now
Amberjack
Cobia
Dolphin (Mahi Mahi)
Grouper (Gag)
King Mackerel (Kingfish)
Redfish
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