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Good Times Key West

Member since August 2016 Key West, United States
Background
A marine mechanic by trade, the captain needed to get out of the shop. That's when he started Good Times Key West. Every day now he enjoys sharing the amazing activities and scenery that the Florida Keys backcountry has to offer. Fishing, snorkeling, sandbars, dolphin viewing, and much more.
Techniques
Set tunes, set anchor, set chum. Light tackle rods off the stern for snapper, Big poles up on top rocket launchers with live baits. catch some table fare, and scream some drag. Or pull up the beach and let the wife and kids play, while you walk the beach sight casting to fish in the shallows. Happy family + happy fisherman = Good Times Key West. Other activities include snorkeling, dolphin watching, sunset trips, and my personal favorite remote island/ sandbar sessions.

Hey, it's Good Times Key West

Key West, United States
Background
A marine mechanic by trade, the captain needed to get out of the shop. That's when he started Good Times Key West. Every day now he enjoys sharing the amazing activities and scenery that the Florida Keys backcountry has to offer. Fishing, snorkeling, sandbars, dolphin viewing, and much more.
Techniques
Set tunes, set anchor, set chum. Light tackle rods off the stern for snapper, Big poles up on top rocket launchers with live baits. catch some table fare, and scream some drag. Or pull up the beach and let the wife and kids play, while you walk the beach sight casting to fish in the shallows. Happy family + happy fisherman = Good Times Key West. Other activities include snorkeling, dolphin watching, sunset trips, and my personal favorite remote island/ sandbar sessions.
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My Charter Listings

Good Times Key West 24’

State licensed
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(383 reviews)
Key West
 Last booking: 2 days ago
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Trips from US $742

Good Times Key West – 19'

State licensed
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(231 reviews)
Key West
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Trips from US $550

Good Times Key West 35' Offshore

Federally permitted
Excellent
4.6 / 5
(32 reviews)
Key West
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Trips from US $825

Fishing Reports

Cold water temps.
Cold water temps.
Feb 3, 2026 Key West
The water temp has been coldest I've seen in a few years. The inshore fishery was almost non existent for a couple days. Luckily as soon as the cold weather turned, the mangrove, lane snappers, and sharks slowly starting coming back. On the days with decent conditions and adventurous guests, we ventured to a bit deeper reefs looking for a little warmer water temps. We found some nice red grouper (season closed till May) and a verity of quality snappers. Beyond the reef has been decent. Not exactly all the designer fish, but plenty of action to had be had. Decent numbers of of cero, Spanish, and king mackerels, some cudas, and bonita have been caught. I heard of a handful of sailfish being caught, but was not luckily to hook or see any myself.
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December mahi and sailfish!
December mahi and sailfish!
Dec 3, 2025 Key West
Yesterday was a pretty special day. Not only for our birthday girl onboard, but also for the crew. We spotted, chased, and caught multiple sailfish in as shallow as 25’ of water on the reef. As we ventured offshore it didn’t take long before we found some December mahi in 150’. We whacked a few mahi, then trolled our way back home, along the way we found some bonus mackerel in hawks channel. Everyday is different and yesterday was certainly one to remember.
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Offshore bite heats up with cooler temps
Offshore bite heats up with cooler temps
Oct 30, 2025 Key West
The cooler weather is bringing our winter time fisheries. Live bait has been plentiful. Pelagic species including Blackfin tuna and mackerel are pushing in shallower towards the reef line. Makes for less commute and more fishing time! Inshore bite has been steady with impressive numbers and size of a verity of species. Cobia have been found on the wrecks. Big muttons in the shallow waters of the backcountry, and quality yellowtail and lane snappers on the patch reefs. Weather your looking to go offshore or inshore fishing while in Key West, we’d love to get you hooked up.
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Cooler weather heating up the bite!
Cooler weather heating up the bite!
Oct 28, 2025 Key West
The cooler weather is bringing our winter time fisheries. Live bait has been plentiful. Pelagic species including Blackfin tuna and mackerel are pushing in shallower towards the reef line. Makes for less commute and more fishing time! Inshore bite has been steady with impressive numbers and size of a verity of species. Cobia have been found on the wrecks. Big muttons in the shallow waters of the backcountry, and quality yellowtail and lane snappers on the patch reefs.
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Snappers are biting inshore!
Snappers are biting inshore!
Dec 16, 2024 Key West
Snapper are fired up. Everyone gets a taco or a sandwich!
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Jumbo muttons
Jumbo muttons
Dec 7, 2024 Key West
We have been catching lots of quality mutton snappers this week. Lets go get you a jumbo!
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 646 reviews
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Boat
Excellent
4.9 / 5
Crew
Excellent
5.0 / 5
Experience
Excellent
4.9 / 5
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Great Fishing Trip
Great Fishing Trip
Wonderful Fishing Experience!
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Angler rating
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Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
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Appropriate for children
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Satisfied with the boat
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Caught fish
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Scott P.
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First class charter

VERIFIED   Full Day Trip on March 20, 2026
A true mark of a reliable experienced fishing charter is how well they serve their clients when the fishing and boating conditins...
Scott P. recommends Good Times Key West 24’
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Michael B.
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5.0 / 5
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Excellent fishing trip!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip – Fishing (PM) on April 10, 2026
Captain Justin did a great job balancing catching target fish and pivoting to opportunities available. We caught some big game...
Michael B. recommends Good Times Key West – 19'
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Doug C.
Excellent
5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Our captain (John) was great. He put us on the fish and he was great company.

VERIFIED   NEW  Half Day Trip (PM) on August 8, 2026
I recommend “Good Times Key West” if you want to catch fish.  My daughter and I went out for a 4-hour trip and caught...
Doug C. recommends Good Times Key West 24’
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June B.
Excellent
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5.0 / 5
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5.0 / 5
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Fun day fishing

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on June 18, 2026
Had a great day fishing!  Caught enough yellowfin snapper to have for lunch.  Had a great experience with Justin he was very...
June B. recommends Good Times Key West 24’
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Summer C.
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Great Fishing Trip

VERIFIED   NEW  3/4 Day Trip on August 14, 2026
Thus was our first time at Key West. Justin was awesome. We caught fish, saw dolphins and learned some history too. Highly...
Summer C. recommends Good Times Key West 24’
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