Speck Dat Charters, LLC 

5.0/5 (196 reviews)
 
State licensed
 26204 Chef Menteur Highway, New Orleans, LA 70129, United States

Team up with Speck Dat Charters and discover the stunning Louisiana marsh and prolific fishing it has to offer! Captain Brad D’Alfonso has over 2 decades of angling experience in the area and he’s happy to share that knowledge with his customers.

Capt. Brad loves his job and it translates into the first-class service he always strives to provide to everyone fishing with him. You’ll join him on his 24’ Blazer Bay boat that sports a 300 HP Yamaha engine and plenty of space to accommodate up to 5 people.

The vessel is loaded with everything you need for a productive day on the water, including a live bait well, a wireless trolling motor, and quality Daiwa fishing gear. Everyone on board can fish at the same time, and there’s a T-top to protect you from the unyielding Louisiana sun. All things considered, the boat is perfectly suited for the fishing conditions in the marsh.

When it comes to your catch, all the most popular saltwater species are there for the taking. All levels of anglers are welcome to hit the water with Capt. Brad, and he’ll go the extra mile to put you on brag-worthy prey. Speckled Trout, Redfish, Flounder, Sheepshead, and Black Drum are the favorite local catches and your primary targets.

When you come back to land, your guide will clean and bag everything you caught for your convenience. If you need a good recipe to prepare the fruits of your hard work, Brad is your guy.

On your side, you should show up with a valid Louisiana fishing license, and a supply of drinks and food to last the trip. Kids will have a great time with Capt. Brad, just make sure that they’re at least 5 years old, so that they can enjoy the experience fully.

Hop aboard Speck Dat Charters and let your memorable fishing adventure begin!

Brad D'Alfonso

Captain

Brad D'Alfonso

6 years of experience
 ID & credentials verified
 responds within an hour

Most popular features:

 Live Bait
 You Keep Catch
 Catch cleaning & filleting
 Drinks
 Child Friendly
 Ice Box
 Rods, reels & tackle

Trip availability and prices

Trip Date:
Days:
Group Size:
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Half Day Morning Trip(6am - 10am)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Price for 2 people
US $525 
Half Day Afternoon Trip(12pm - 4pm)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
4 Hour Trip, starts at 12:00 PM
Seasonal trip Oct 1 - May 13
Price for 2 people
US $525 
Late Morning Trip(8am - 2pm)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
6 Hour Trip, starts at 8:00 AM
Seasonal trip Dec 15 - Mar 31
Price for 2 people
US $575 
Full Day Trip (6am - 2pm)
FREE Cancellation 7 days notice
8 Hour Trip, starts at 6:00 AM
Price for 2 people
US $625 
There are 12 people looking at this charter.

Customer reviews

Rating summary

5.0/5
out of 5 stars from 196 reviews
Boat
5.0/5
Crew
5.0/5
Experience
5.0/5

Photos & videos by reviewers (356)

Summer Speck Tacular with Capt. Brad, Speck Dat Charters
Summer Speck Tacular with Capt. Brad, Speck Dat Charters
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Angler rating

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Anglers claimed

Good experience

99%

Appropriate for children

100%

Friendly captain

100%

Satisfied with the boat

100%

Recommend this charter

100%

Caught fish

97%

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Michael A.
Michael A.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Summer Speck Tacular with Capt. Brad, Speck Dat Charters

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Full Day Trip (6am - 2pm) on June 27, 2025

What a day with Capt. Brad! Capt. Brad put us on the specs, large specs, 17-19 inches in the morning. Late morning, early afternoon put us on the reds, sheepshead and drum. Could not ask for a more friendly, professional and fun captain to spend the day with. Recommend the full day and will be booking with Speck Dat Charters in the future! Thanks Capt. Brad for a memorable/ unforgettable day with my son. See you soon!

What a day with Capt. Brad! Capt. Brad put us on the specs, large specs, 17-19 inches in the morning. Late morning, early afternoon put us on the reds, sheepshead and drum. Could not ask for a more friendly, professional and fun captain to spend the day with. Recommend the full day and will be booking with Speck Dat Charters in the future! Thanks Capt. Brad for a memorable/ unforgettable day with my son. See you soon!  

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 Michael A. recommends Speck Dat Charters, LLC
Brad D'Alfonso
Brad D'Alfonso (The Captain)
Replied on July 7, 2025
Mr. Michael I love the title of the review!!! Thank you very much for the awesome review and great compliments, I appreciate that alot and I'm glad you guys had a blast!! Yall boxed some nice fish for sure!! Great day on the water with you both and would definitely be a pleasure to have you guys again. You are absolutely welcome and that is my favorite part of this job!! Until the next time, thank you again and tight lines!! Capt. Brad D'Alfonso

STEPHEN S.
STEPHEN S.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Excellent trip with Captain Brad

VERIFIED

Full Day Trip (6am - 2pm) on May 8, 2025

If you want a great fishing experience, you need to book with Captain Brad. He is like an excellent waiter in a high class restaurant who stays in the background until needed. Need bait or a line untangled? He’s there in a flash to help. Brad is also ready to offer advice on how to work a bait or a give a compliment of “Nicely done “ when you make a great cast. He has a great deal of knowledge about the local fish species. I guarantee you will have a great time with him as your guide.

If you want a great fishing experience, you need to book with Captain Brad. He is like an excellent waiter in a high class restaurant who stays in the background until needed. Need bait or a line untangled? He’s there in a flash to help. Brad is also ready to offer advice on how to work a bait or a give a compliment of “Nicely done “ when you make a great cast. He has a great deal of knowledge about the local fish species. I guarantee you will have a great time with him as your guide.  

 STEPHEN S. recommends Speck Dat Charters, LLC
Brad D'Alfonso
Brad D'Alfonso (The Captain)
Replied on May 24, 2025
Mr. Stephen thank you for the great review and write up, I really appreciate that a lot!! You guys were a pleasure to have on board and to fish with, I had a good time and great conversations plus the bonus of the awesome box y’all put together too!! Definitely keep me in mind for future trips and until the next time thank you again and tight lines!! - Capt. Brad D’Alfonso

Mark F.
Mark F.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

A Hassle-Free, Fun Day on the Water with Captain Brad (and a Great Catch)!

VERIFIED

Full Day Trip (6am - 2pm) on November 23, 2024

My teenage son and I had an incredible experience with Captain Brad! He was knowledgeable, professional, and friendly, and he knew all the environmental and situational signs to put us on a great catch (which I value more than just a guide who knows the most recent, best “spots.”) The boat was well-equipped, and he provided all the equipment we needed for a hassle-free day on the water. And it truly was hassle-free. My son and I had a great time and learned a lot about the local ecosystem, the latter of which is invaluable. I highly recommend Captain Brad to anyone looking for an unforgettable fishing adventure in South Louisiana.

My teenage son and I had an incredible experience with Captain Brad! He was knowledgeable, professional, and friendly, and he knew all the environmental and situational signs to put us on a great catch (which I value more than just a guide who knows the most recent, best “spots.”) The boat was well-equipped, and he provided all the equipment we needed for a hassle-free day on the water. And it truly was hassle-free. My son and I had a great time and learned a lot about the local ecosystem, the...  

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 Mark F. recommends Speck Dat Charters, LLC
Brad D'Alfonso
Brad D'Alfonso (The Captain)
Replied on December 6, 2024
Mark, awesome review for sure and I'm glad you guys enjoyed the trip!! You both were a pleasure to fish with and I enjoyed reminiscing about the Crusaders!! I appreciate the great review and I'm glad you guys took home a little more than just fish, I enjoy teaching people why we do what we do and it means even more when yall like hearing it too!!! LOL You both did a great job bringing fish over the rail, filling the cooler with a wide variety of species too. I'm definitely looking forward to another great day on the water with you guys and more great Brother Martin updates and stories. Until the next time, thank you again and tight lines!! - Capt. Brad D'Alfonso '04

Cory D.
Cory D.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Captain Brad is an excellent guide!

VERIFIED

Full Day Trip (6am - 2pm) on August 4, 2024

Captain Brad put us on a variety of fish species of different sizes all day. It was a great fishing experience. We also saw lots of wildlife, including herons, ospreys, eagles, alligators, sting rays and other fish species. We utilized different fishing styles as well which was a great change up from fishing the same way the while trip. Captain Brad is super knowledgeable about the waterbodies, areas, fish, wildlife and history... highly recommended for a great trip out! He's caring (we got caught in rain and he asked us to sit under the canopy and he stood in the rain to keep us dry - thank you again!), super friendly and outgoing... excellent, just excellent. See you again on our next trip! - Cory & Kate

Captain Brad put us on a variety of fish species of different sizes all day. It was a great fishing experience. We also saw lots of wildlife, including herons, ospreys, eagles, alligators, sting rays and other fish species. We utilized different fishing styles as well which was a great change up from fishing the same way the while trip. Captain Brad is super knowledgeable about the waterbodies, areas, fish, wildlife and history... highly recommended for a great trip out! He's caring (we got...  

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 Cory D. recommends Speck Dat Charters, LLC
Brad D'Alfonso
Brad D'Alfonso (The Captain)
Replied on August 11, 2024
Cory and Kate thank you both very much for the awesome review and great write up!! You guys were a pleasure to have aboard for sure!! I’m glad y’all had a great day on the water and got to experience the full beauty of all the Louisiana marsh has to offer. It would definitely be a pleasure to have to both back aboard for another great day in our beautiful bayou state!! Until the next time thank you again and tight lines!! - Captain Brad D’Alfonso

Robert G.
Robert G.
5.0/5

Experience:

5.0/5

Boat

5.0/5

Crew

5.0/5

Overall

Knowledgeable, great people skills, good communication knows his trade

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Half Day Morning Trip(6am - 10am) on June 19, 2025

Had a great time. Caught lots of fish Captain Brad was extremely helpful as we had various experience levels. Been fishing over 50 years with guides all over the country and he was one of the best. I will be back for sure

Had a great time. Caught lots of fish Captain Brad was extremely helpful as we had various experience levels. Been fishing over 50 years with guides all over the country and he was one of the best. I will be back for sure  

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 Robert G. recommends Speck Dat Charters, LLC
Brad D'Alfonso
Brad D'Alfonso (The Captain)
Replied on July 7, 2025
Mr. Robert thank you for the awesome review and great compliments!! You guys endured the heat and put a box together for sure and I'm glad you guys enjoyed the trip!! Great day on the water with you all and it was a pleasure having all of you on board!! I am looking forward to seeing you guys again!! Until the next time, thank you again and tight lines!! -Capt. Brad D.

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FAQs about Speck Dat Charters, LLC

What are the trip rates for Speck Dat Charters, LLC?

Speck Dat Charters, LLC offers the following trips to customers:

  • US $525 per group, additional US $135 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Afternoon Trip(12pm - 4pm) (4 hours)
  • US $525 per group, additional US $135 per person after 2 guests - Half Day Morning Trip(6am - 10am) (4 hours)
  • US $575 per group, additional US $150 per person after 2 guests - Late Morning Trip(8am - 2pm) (6 hours)
  • US $625 per group, additional US $150 per person after 2 guests - Full Day Trip (6am - 2pm) (8 hours)
Which amenities are available onboard with Speck Dat Charters, LLC?

When you book a trip with Speck Dat Charters, LLC, you can expect the following amenities onboard:

  • GPS
  • Fishfinder
  • Live Bait Well
  • Wireless Trolling Motor
  • Ice Box
What's included in the trip price with Speck Dat Charters, LLC?

Trips booked with Speck Dat Charters, LLC include:

  • Rods, reels & tackle (Penn Battle 3000 Reels/Shimano GLF Rods)
  • Live Bait (Live bait(shrimp) is included in the price.)
  • Lures
  • Catch cleaning & filleting (Cleaning and bagging of catch is included in the price.)
  • Drinks (Bottled Water)
What types of fishing does Speck Dat Charters, LLC offer?

Speck Dat Charters, LLC offers the following types of fishing:

  • Lake Fishing
  • Inshore Fishing
  • Nearshore Fishing
What fishing techniques does Speck Dat Charters, LLC offer?

Speck Dat Charters, LLC offers the following fishing techniques:

  • Light Tackle
  • Bottom Fishing
  • Trolling
  • Spinning
  • Jigging
  • Popping
  • Drift Fishing
Which fish species can I catch with Speck Dat Charters, LLC?

Top targeted fish species with Speck Dat Charters, LLC include:

  • Black Drum
  • Flounder
  • Redfish
  • Sheepshead
  • Spotted Seatrout

Your captain

Brad D'Alfonso

New Orleans, Louisiana, United States

11 Fishing Reports
ID & license verified
196 Customer reviews
Response time within an hour
Member since June 2019
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 Brad D'Alfonso grew up fishing the Louisiana marsh, sharing weekly phone calls for fishing plans and tactics with his dad and uncle to maximize their weekend fishing adventure. "We fished old school, no GPS and no trolling motor, but it taught us a lot." Captain Brad's love for fishing grew onto his own children and watching their eagerness and excitement, he decided to start guiding to share and teach others about the beautiful Louisiana fishing estuaries. "I always wanted fishing to be more than just a hobby or pastime, I love the wow effect the Louisiana marsh and fisheries have on our customers."

The fish you can target

Black Drum
Black Drum
Flounder
Flounder
Redfish
Redfish
Sheepshead
Sheepshead
Spotted Seatrout
Spotted Seatrout

What is the boat like?

Boat Image
Boat category
Center console boats
Capacity
5 persons
Boat length
24 ft
Year built
2008
Boat manufacturer
Blazer Bay
Boat type
Bay boat

Engine model
Yamaha
Powered by
1 x 300HP
Max cruising speed
38 knots

What kind of fishing will you do?

Lake Fishing

Inshore Fishing

Nearshore Fishing

Which fishing techniques you can try

Light Tackle

Bottom Fishing

Trolling

Spinning

Jigging

Popping

Drift Fishing

Which amenities are available onboard

GPS

Fishfinder

Live Bait Well

Wireless Trolling Motor

Ice Box

What’s included in the trip price

Rods, reels & tackle

Penn Battle 3000 Reels/Shimano GLF Rods

Live Bait

Live bait(shrimp) is included in the price.

Lures

Catch cleaning & filleting

Cleaning and bagging of catch is included in the price.

Drinks

Bottled Water

How cancellations work

Free cancellation up to 7 days prior to trip

You can cancel or modify your booking up to 7 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.

What the listing policies are

Pickup not included

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

Child Friendly

Min. age 5, life jackets provided

You Keep Catch

Catch and Release Allowed

How you can pay

Book with 15% deposit, pay rest to captain

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:

 Cash

 Visa

 Mastercard

 American Express

 PayPal

When paying the remaining balance with a credit card, an additional 3% charge will apply.

What’s biting in New Orleans right now

Black DrumBlack Drum
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