
Come join Captain Dan for a fun filled day fishing our beautiful waters of San Diego.
Your fishing adventure starts on a 24’ Key West, that can safely take up to 4 anglers. It offers a full walk around deck with plenty of fishing area. All the latest electronics to help safely navigate to the fishing grounds, and to help find fish. It’s also equipped with two livewells to hold plenty of live bait for any style of fishing.
All rods, reels, and tackle are included in the price. Please make sure to buy a valid fishing license ahead of time. Your fish will be cleaned, or filleted upon request, at no extra charge.
Whether you want to go offshore in search of some Tuna or Dorado, cruise around the Coronados for some yellowtail or some amazing rockfish, or just a relaxing day at our local kelp beds or bay. The Slot Machine offers it all. Book your trip now and hit the water with SD Slot Machine Charter.
Rating summary
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+170Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
99%
Appropriate for children
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Caught fish
91%
Aug 25, 2025
5 Hour Trip – nearshore
Took my kids (7 & 14) on their first inshore trip. Captain Dan is a good, easy-going dude and great with kids. We fished on good equipment and had a selection of live and cut bait to choose from. Captain Dan’s style is to give you the tools and tips and offer any assistance needed, while also giving you the space to make your own bait/fishing decisions and find your own rhythm. We found the fish, got a variety of species, made good memories <core memories!>, grabbed some nice pics, and had delicious fish tacos for dinner. Great experience - would do again and recommend.
Took my kids (7 & 14) on their first inshore trip. Captain Dan is a good, easy-going dude and great with kids. We fished on...





Aug 11, 2025
5 Hour Trip – nearshore
We had a great day on the water with captain Dan. First order of business was safety. Dan showed us where all the safety gear was and made sure we were comfortable throughout the day. He was equally persistent on putting is on the fish. Multiple moves produced 7 different species and 19 fish overall. Dan catered to what ever we wanted to do, making sure all our request's and needs were filled. Super job Dan, tight lines, thank you!
We had a great day on the water with captain Dan. First order of business was safety. Dan showed us where all the safety gear...





Jan 10, 2025
5 Hour Trip – nearshore
My parents (in their early 70s) had a great time fishing on Friday 01/10/2025 (5 hr near shore fishing). Captain Dan was attentive to my parents’ specific needs and safety. We caught a variety of different species, ranging from sheepshead, to whitefish, to a leopard shark. He is very accommodating and flexible, keeping us informed of the changing winter ocean conditions. We ended up pushing our reservation from Wed to Fri. We are already thinking about booking another family fishing trip with Captain Dan in late spring or early summer.
My parents (in their early 70s) had a great time fishing on Friday 01/10/2025 (5 hr near shore fishing). Captain Dan was attentive...
Jul 22, 2025
5 Hour Trip – nearshore
We had a great experience and an incredible time fishing. We didn't have to waste much time dealing with bait or set up, and we're landing fish within 30 minutes of climbing on board. The SD Slot Machine has everything you need and the captain will do everything he can to make sure you are going home with at least a few good meals in the cooler.
We had a great experience and an incredible time fishing. We didn't have to waste much time dealing with bait or set up, and we're...
Sep 24, 2025
5 Hour Trip – nearshore
This was a great trip. Been on many different 4 hr trips. It was the best yet. Dan was great with my 9 year old. Turning him into a life long angular. This trip did exactly what I hoped for. Multiple species and lots of fish. 8 different species and 36 fish. Boat was clean, tackle was in great shape. Overall it was a blast.
This was a great trip. Been on many different 4 hr trips. It was the best yet. Dan was great with my 9 year old. Turning him into...

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Rating summary
Photos & videos by reviewers (173)


+170Angler rating
Anglers claimed
Good experience
99%
Appropriate for children
97%
Friendly captain
100%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Caught fish
91%

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5 Hour Trip – nearshore on August 25, 2025
Took my kids (7 & 14) on their first inshore trip. Captain Dan is a good, easy-going dude and great with kids. We fished on good equipment and had a selection of live and cut bait to choose from. Captain Dan’s style is to give you the tools and tips and offer any assistance needed, while also giving you the space to make your own bait/fishing decisions and find your own rhythm. We found the fish, got a variety of species, made good memories <core memories!>, grabbed some nice pics, and had delicious fish tacos for dinner. Great experience - would do again and recommend.
Took my kids (7 & 14) on their first inshore trip. Captain Dan is a good, easy-going dude and great with kids. We fished on good equipment and had a selection of live and cut bait to choose from. Captain Dan’s style is to give you the tools and tips and offer any assistance needed, while also giving you the space to make your own bait/fishing decisions and find your own rhythm. We found the fish, got a variety of species, made good memories <core memories!>, grabbed some nice pics, and...






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5 Hour Trip – nearshore on August 11, 2025
We had a great day on the water with captain Dan. First order of business was safety. Dan showed us where all the safety gear was and made sure we were comfortable throughout the day. He was equally persistent on putting is on the fish. Multiple moves produced 7 different species and 19 fish overall. Dan catered to what ever we wanted to do, making sure all our request's and needs were filled. Super job Dan, tight lines, thank you!
We had a great day on the water with captain Dan. First order of business was safety. Dan showed us where all the safety gear was and made sure we were comfortable throughout the day. He was equally persistent on putting is on the fish. Multiple moves produced 7 different species and 19 fish overall. Dan catered to what ever we wanted to do, making sure all our request's and needs were filled. Super job Dan, tight lines, thank you!





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5 Hour Trip – nearshore on January 10, 2025
My parents (in their early 70s) had a great time fishing on Friday 01/10/2025 (5 hr near shore fishing). Captain Dan was attentive to my parents’ specific needs and safety. We caught a variety of different species, ranging from sheepshead, to whitefish, to a leopard shark. He is very accommodating and flexible, keeping us informed of the changing winter ocean conditions. We ended up pushing our reservation from Wed to Fri. We are already thinking about booking another family fishing trip with Captain Dan in late spring or early summer.
My parents (in their early 70s) had a great time fishing on Friday 01/10/2025 (5 hr near shore fishing). Captain Dan was attentive to my parents’ specific needs and safety. We caught a variety of different species, ranging from sheepshead, to whitefish, to a leopard shark. He is very accommodating and flexible, keeping us informed of the changing winter ocean conditions. We ended up pushing our reservation from Wed to Fri. We are already thinking about booking another family fishing trip with...

Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
5 Hour Trip – nearshore on July 22, 2025
We had a great experience and an incredible time fishing. We didn't have to waste much time dealing with bait or set up, and we're landing fish within 30 minutes of climbing on board. The SD Slot Machine has everything you need and the captain will do everything he can to make sure you are going home with at least a few good meals in the cooler.
We had a great experience and an incredible time fishing. We didn't have to waste much time dealing with bait or set up, and we're landing fish within 30 minutes of climbing on board. The SD Slot Machine has everything you need and the captain will do everything he can to make sure you are going home with at least a few good meals in the cooler.
Experience:
Boat
Crew
Overall
5 Hour Trip – nearshore on September 24, 2025
This was a great trip. Been on many different 4 hr trips. It was the best yet. Dan was great with my 9 year old. Turning him into a life long angular. This trip did exactly what I hoped for. Multiple species and lots of fish. 8 different species and 36 fish. Boat was clean, tackle was in great shape. Overall it was a blast.
This was a great trip. Been on many different 4 hr trips. It was the best yet. Dan was great with my 9 year old. Turning him into a life long angular. This trip did exactly what I hoped for. Multiple species and lots of fish. 8 different species and 36 fish. Boat was clean, tackle was in great shape. Overall it was a blast.

