Captain
Joe Mercurio III

Member since January 2019 Key West, United States
Background
Capt. Joe has been fishing for the past 37 years, and has been a licensed captain for 27 of then. He was born and raised in Key West, so it's safe to say he knows these waters like the back of his hand. When it comes to the boat you'll be fishing from, it's pretty much a piece of Key West history – Capt. Joe's father owned the boat before him. This family's tradition of fishing doesn't stop there, though. Capt. Joe's grandfather had one of the first charterboats in Key West in the late 40's. Come aboard and make yourself a part of Floridian fishing history!

Hey, I'm Captain Joe Mercurio III

Key West, United States
Background
Capt. Joe has been fishing for the past 37 years, and has been a licensed captain for 27 of then. He was born and raised in Key West, so it's safe to say he knows these waters like the back of his hand. When it comes to the boat you'll be fishing from, it's pretty much a piece of Key West history – Capt. Joe's father owned the boat before him. This family's tradition of fishing doesn't stop there, though. Capt. Joe's grandfather had one of the first charterboats in Key West in the late 40's. Come aboard and make yourself a part of Floridian fishing history!
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My Charter Listing

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(684 reviews)
Angler's choice
Key West
 Last booking: 1 hour ago
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Trips from US $950

Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 684 reviews
Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Fish Whisperers
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Angler rating
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Anglers claimed
Good experience
98%
Friendly captain
100%
Recommend this charter
99%
Appropriate for children
94%
Satisfied with the boat
100%
Caught fish
94%
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Patrick F.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

Great time on the Jolly Roger II

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on January 7, 2026
We had a great experience. The crew was friendly, knowledgeable, and helpful. We started slow, but then caught quite a few...
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Jason D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great trip with Captain Joe and Bryan!

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip - 12:30 PM on May 24, 2025
Had a great time fishing and boat was perfect size and had all great equipment. Bryan worked hard to land every fish and we...
Jason D. recommends Jolly Roger II
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Darren K.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Overall

East Wing

VERIFIED   3/4 Day Trip on May 16, 2025
The Captain said when the wind changes our fishing will be good, but he didnโ€™t say awesome.ย  We caught fish like they wanted...
Darren K. recommends Jolly Roger II
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Steve S.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great half day trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on December 29, 2025
Joe and Brian did a great job helping us to chase down our dinner tonight.ย  The yellow tail and mackerel were great eating...
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Ken D.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience:
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Boat
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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Great day on the water!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip PM โ€“ Later Departure on December 24, 2025
Family fun for sure.ย  The deck hand worked his butt off and sense of humor.ย  Captain kept us informed and motivated.ย  Knew...
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