Rod Bender Fishing Charters LLC
4.9/5 (217 reviews)
Federally permitted
3070 Harbor Drive, St. Augustine, FL 32084, United States–
3070 Harbor Drive
St. Augustine, FL, United States
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
Customer reviews
Rating summary
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.9/5
Photos & videos by reviewers (418)
+415Angler rating
207
5
4
0
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Appropriate for children
94%
Friendly captain
98%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Recommend this charter
98%
Caught fish
93%
Showing 1 - 5 of 217 reviews
Showing: 5 of 217 reviews
Philip Haughn
5.0
Verified
Best Fishing Trip Ever!
Dolphin tours and sight seeing on August 5, 2025 • 4 adults • 1 child
I am not a fisherman. Every time I attempt fishing, I usually leave after catching very few fish, if any. I love doing it. But I am very uneducated when it comes to the sport. That being said, our Captain Anthony was the best. He made the trip so much fun for us. He knew exactly where to go and when. He was so helpful with our three teen boys. We caught 22 fish, one shark, and a sting ray! On the way back to the marina, Anthony slowed down for us to watch dolphins swimming. It was amazing. 10/10. I would definitely recommend his services if you are planning a trip to St Augustine. The boat was perfect as well. It has plenty of seating and is spotless. It was well equipped for our five person fishing excursion. Don't go on a dolphin tour. Take the fishing trip with Anthony. You will not only catch fish, but he will make the most of your time on the water.
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Response from Captain
August 7, 2025
It was a pleasure meeting you and your family. I'm glad we were able to get you out on the water catching some fish and still able to see dolphins. Let me know when your back in St. Augustine so we can you back on the water. Thanks for booking with us. - Capt. Anthony
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Vicky Ortiz
5.0
Verified
This Trip Made My Son's Summer
Half Day Trip – Inshore (PM) on July 9, 2025 • 3 adults
My son is autistic and obsessed with the ocean and fishing, so I booked this trip with Rod Benders Fishing Charters during our stay in St. Augustine to help him experience both together. Captain Anthony was incredible. He was patient, knowledgeable, and so kind to my son and the rest of our group on board. He taught my son several fishing techniques and important safety tips that he can use back home.
We caught so many different types of fish, and he even took us to see dolphins, which ended up being my favorite part of the trip! Afterward, Anthony showed my son how to properly fillet the fish we kept so we could take them back to our condo and cook them together.
My entire family was so impressed by Captain Anthony’s professionalism and knowledge throughout the trip. We will be booking with this company again the next time we visit St. Augustine!
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Response from Captain
July 16, 2025
I was a pleasure meeting you and your family. I'm glad your son enjoyed his day being on the water fishing. Definitely let me know when you're ready to get back on the water and catching more fishing. Thanks for the really nice review it meant a lot to me. - Capt. Anthony
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Dillon Cooper
5.0
Verified
Best Captain EVER!!!!
Half Day Trip – Inshore (AM) on June 29, 2025 • 2 adults • 1 child
First in-shore fishing trip. Took our 9 year old son out and wanted him to have an amazing experience and this Captain, Anthony, delivered exactly that! He was so great throughout the entire trip. He was nothing short of perfect. He was completely all about making sure our day was nothing but the best! He was so awesome with our 9 year old son, so knowledgeable about the area, the fish species and everything that had to do about making our day a great one. Captain Anthony, at Rod Bender Fishing LLC, is who you want to charter your next fishing trip, hands down. Next time we come to St. Augustine, he will be the one we'll be calling.
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Response from Captain
June 30, 2025
It was a pleasure meeting you and your family. Thank you so much for your review, I really appreciate it. Let me know when you're ready to go fishing again!! Thanks again - Capt. Anthony
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Marshall Knight
5.0
Verified
Best Captain in St. Augustine's
Nearshore on August 9, 2025 • 3 adults
My 13 and 16 year old sons and I took a trip to St. Augustine's from Maryland to celebrate my birthday. We planned a trip with Captain Anthony, and it was nothing short of perfect. We caught a variety of fish, and threw back at least twice as many as we kept. Captain Anthony knows where to find the fish, and will put you on the types of fish that you are looking for. From his boat, his knowledge, his patience, and flexibility, I could not offer a higher recommendation for Captain Anthony and his fishing experience.
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Response from Captain
August 14, 2025
Thanks for the great review it was a pleasure meeting you and fishing you guys looked like professional anglers so happy we helped make a great memory for you thanks again Capt Anthony ps we look forward to fishing with you again soon till then tight lines🎣
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George Morris
5.0
Verified
New
Sweet 16 Birthday Trip
Half Day Trip – Inshore (PM) on November 8, 2025 • 3 adults
Anthony went out of his way to make sure our granddaughter had a good time and caught a variety of fish.
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Response from Captain
November 9, 2025
It was a pleasure meeting you and your family. I'm glad your granddaughter had a good time and a great birthday! Thanks for the review. - Capt. Anthony
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Dolphin tours and sight seeing
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
2 Hour Trip
starts at 6:00 PM
US $350
Entire boat: up to 4 people
US $350
Entire boat: up to 4 people
Half Day Trip – Inshore (AM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 7:00 AM
US $595
Entire boat: up to 3 people
US $595
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Half Day Trip – Inshore (PM)
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
4 Hour Trip
starts at 11:30 AM
US $595
Entire boat: up to 3 people
US $595
Entire boat: up to 3 people
3/4 Day Trip – Inshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip
starts at 7:00 AM
US $795
Entire boat: up to 3 people
US $795
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Kingfish and cobia trolling trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
5 Hour Trip
starts at 7:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Aug 1
US $795
Entire boat: up to 3 people
US $795
Entire boat: up to 3 people
3/4 Day Trip – Offshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip
starts at 7:00 AM
US $995
Entire boat: up to 3 people
US $995
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Nearshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
6 Hour Trip
starts at 7:00 AM
US $995
Entire boat: up to 3 people
US $995
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Full Day Trip – Offshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
8 Hour Trip
starts at 6:00 AM
US $1,395
Entire boat: up to 3 people
US $1,395
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Extended Full Day Trip – Offshore
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
11 Hour Trip
starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
May 1 - Jun 1
US $1,595
Entire boat: up to 3 people
US $1,595
Entire boat: up to 3 people
Extended day trolling trip
FREE Cancellation 3 days notice
11 Hour Trip
starts at 6:00 AM
Seasonal trip
Apr 8 - May 10
US $1,795
Entire boat: up to 3 people
US $1,795
Entire boat: up to 3 people
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Customer reviews
Rating summary
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
4.9/5
Experience
4.9/5
Photos & videos by reviewers (418)
+415Angler rating
207
5
4
0
0
Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Appropriate for children
94%
Friendly captain
98%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Recommend this charter
98%
Caught fish
93%
Showing 1 - 5 of 217 reviews
Showing: 5 of 217 reviews
Philip Haughn
5.0
Verified
Best Fishing Trip Ever!
Dolphin tours and sight seeing on August 5, 2025 • 4 adults • 1 child
I am not a fisherman. Every time I attempt fishing, I usually leave after catching very few fish, if any. I love doing it. But I am very uneducated when it comes to the sport. That being said, our Captain Anthony was the best. He made the trip so much fun for us. He knew exactly where to go and when. He was so helpful with our three teen boys. We caught 22 fish, one shark, and a sting ray! On the way back to the marina, Anthony slowed down for us to watch dolphins swimming. It was amazing. 10/10. I would definitely recommend his services if you are planning a trip to St Augustine. The boat was perfect as well. It has plenty of seating and is spotless. It was well equipped for our five person fishing excursion. Don't go on a dolphin tour. Take the fishing trip with Anthony. You will not only catch fish, but he will make the most of your time on the water.
Reported catch:
Response from Captain
August 7, 2025
It was a pleasure meeting you and your family. I'm glad we were able to get you out on the water catching some fish and still able to see dolphins. Let me know when your back in St. Augustine so we can you back on the water. Thanks for booking with us. - Capt. Anthony
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Vicky Ortiz
5.0
Verified
This Trip Made My Son's Summer
Half Day Trip – Inshore (PM) on July 9, 2025 • 3 adults
My son is autistic and obsessed with the ocean and fishing, so I booked this trip with Rod Benders Fishing Charters during our stay in St. Augustine to help him experience both together. Captain Anthony was incredible. He was patient, knowledgeable, and so kind to my son and the rest of our group on board. He taught my son several fishing techniques and important safety tips that he can use back home.
We caught so many different types of fish, and he even took us to see dolphins, which ended up being my favorite part of the trip! Afterward, Anthony showed my son how to properly fillet the fish we kept so we could take them back to our condo and cook them together.
My entire family was so impressed by Captain Anthony’s professionalism and knowledge throughout the trip. We will be booking with this company again the next time we visit St. Augustine!
Reported catch:
Response from Captain
July 16, 2025
I was a pleasure meeting you and your family. I'm glad your son enjoyed his day being on the water fishing. Definitely let me know when you're ready to get back on the water and catching more fishing. Thanks for the really nice review it meant a lot to me. - Capt. Anthony
0
Dillon Cooper
5.0
Verified
Best Captain EVER!!!!
Half Day Trip – Inshore (AM) on June 29, 2025 • 2 adults • 1 child
First in-shore fishing trip. Took our 9 year old son out and wanted him to have an amazing experience and this Captain, Anthony, delivered exactly that! He was so great throughout the entire trip. He was nothing short of perfect. He was completely all about making sure our day was nothing but the best! He was so awesome with our 9 year old son, so knowledgeable about the area, the fish species and everything that had to do about making our day a great one. Captain Anthony, at Rod Bender Fishing LLC, is who you want to charter your next fishing trip, hands down. Next time we come to St. Augustine, he will be the one we'll be calling.
Reported catch:
Response from Captain
June 30, 2025
It was a pleasure meeting you and your family. Thank you so much for your review, I really appreciate it. Let me know when you're ready to go fishing again!! Thanks again - Capt. Anthony
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Marshall Knight
5.0
Verified
Best Captain in St. Augustine's
Nearshore on August 9, 2025 • 3 adults
My 13 and 16 year old sons and I took a trip to St. Augustine's from Maryland to celebrate my birthday. We planned a trip with Captain Anthony, and it was nothing short of perfect. We caught a variety of fish, and threw back at least twice as many as we kept. Captain Anthony knows where to find the fish, and will put you on the types of fish that you are looking for. From his boat, his knowledge, his patience, and flexibility, I could not offer a higher recommendation for Captain Anthony and his fishing experience.
Reported catch:
Response from Captain
August 14, 2025
Thanks for the great review it was a pleasure meeting you and fishing you guys looked like professional anglers so happy we helped make a great memory for you thanks again Capt Anthony ps we look forward to fishing with you again soon till then tight lines🎣
0
George Morris
5.0
Verified
New
Sweet 16 Birthday Trip
Half Day Trip – Inshore (PM) on November 8, 2025 • 3 adults
Anthony went out of his way to make sure our granddaughter had a good time and caught a variety of fish.
Reported catch:
Response from Captain
November 9, 2025
It was a pleasure meeting you and your family. I'm glad your granddaughter had a good time and a great birthday! Thanks for the review. - Capt. Anthony
0
FAQs about Rod Bender Fishing Charters LLC
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Boat category
Center console boatsCapacity
6 personsBoat length
26 ftYear built
2023Boat manufacturer
CobiaBoat type
Center consoleEngine model
YamahaPowered by
2 x 150HPMax cruising speed
50 knots