David Riback
Captain

David Riback

Point Pleasant Beach, United States
Federal waters
50+ reviews
I started fishing with my father as a little boy and continued as a captain after graduating from the University of San Diego in 1990. In 1997, the first Purple Jet arrived and we have been putting smiles on customers' faces ever since! The Queen Mary Open Party Fishing boat became part of the fleet in 2011.

Charters

Rating

4.7
77 reviews
4.7
Boat & Equipment
4.7
Captain & Crew
4.6
Fishing Experience

What anglers say

94%
Good experience
100%
Friendly captain
93%
Recommend this charter
81%
Appropriate for children
98%
Satisfied with the boat
82%
Caught fish

All reviews (77)

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  • Michelle S
    Michelle S
    Repeat angler
    us
    New York, US
    Member since 2026
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    The best boat bash!

    6 Hour – Private Charter up to 5020 adults

    Captain Cole and the crew were absolutely phenomenal! They were super accommodating, helped us load all our stuff on and off the boat, and made sure we caught a ton of fish! It felt like fish were jumping on the boat - we were literally catching fish before the sinker even hit the bottom! I’ve been on quite a few charters, but I have always caught the most on the Queen Mary. The boat was clean and the guys did a great job of making sure it stayed that way throughout the entire trip. We also like this particular boat because the tables inside are super convenient for guests to be able to eat. 10/10 boat for sure!

    Response from Captain

    Michelle, Thanks so much for the 5 stars! Sorry for the little bit of confusion on the dock. Glad your party enjoyed a gorgeous afternoon aboard! Capt Cole and crew try their hardest to make your trip a great one. Hope to see you aboard in the future Capt Dave Cole and crew

  • Fernando Iamurri
    Fernando Iamurri
    Repeat angler
    us
    New Jersey, US
    Member since 2025
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    choppy seas handled beautifully by the captain and Kyle

    Half Day Trip up to 13 Passengers8 adults3 children

    we were catching blackfish just about every time we dropped our lines. Unfortunately, the ocean was a bit choppy that day but the captain and crew did a wonderful job making it an awesome and fun experience. I would do it again in a minute. I would urge others to try it.

  • Julian Chica
    Julian Chica
    Repeat angler
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2022
    2 trips
    5.0
    Verified

    Awesome trip

    7H Deep Sea – Adult Rate (Weekend)5 adults

    Had a great time again on the Queen Mary with captain Dave and the crew. Caught some Blue and some Sea Bass, awesome time out on the water

    Response from Captain

    So glad you had a fine experience aboard our Queen Mary! Thanks Capt Dave

  • Byron Trimblett
    Byron Trimblett
    Repeat angler
    us
    New Jersey, US
    Member since 2021
    2 trips
    4.3
    Verified

    Fishing with David

    7H Deep Sea – Child Rate (Weekend)2 adults1 child
  • John Weisbecker
    John Weisbecker
    us
    Pennsylvania, US
    Member since 2024
    5.0
    Verified

    Best crew around!

    7H Deep Sea – Adult Rate (Weekend)2 adults

    Hands down an amazing experience from booking with the Captain all the way down to filleting the fish. Crew was extremely knowledgeable, helpful and friendly. Every time you pulled a fish in, someone from the crew was there willing to help you unhook and throw it in to your cooler. Rod rentals were very nice. Got the right equipment for the job. We caught bluefish, sea bass, mackerel and some bonitos all from the same set up! The heads on board were clean. The whole ship was clean!! The Clean Queen Mary! Will definitely come back and book other trips.

    Reported catch:
    Bluefish (Tailor)
    Bonito
    Black Seabass
    Response from Captain

    So glad you two had a fantastic day aboard Capt Dave

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