Charter Operator
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, we're 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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Antonio E.
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Mike T.
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My Charter Listings

Good Times Key West 24โ€™

State licensed
Excellent
4.9 / 5
(362 reviews)
Key West
 2 bookings in the past week.
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Trips from US $742

Good Times Key West โ€“ 19'

Excellent
4.9 / 5
(220 reviews)
Key West
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Trips from US $500

Good Times Key West 35' Offshore

State licensed
Excellent
4.8 / 5
(29 reviews)
Key West
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Trips from US $825

Fishing Reports

September was a month of variety.
September was a month of variety.
Oct 1, 2024 Key West
This month was a real mixed bag on our 24โ€™ trolling, bottom fishing, reefs, backcountry, and lobster territory. Bottom fishing in the shallow/ calm backcountry has produced some high quality mangrove, lane, and mutton snappers in large numbers. Some trips catching their allowed limits. No shortage of big 100lb + lemon sharks that youโ€™ll need to race for your dinner. Nicer weather days we have fished on the patch reefs just south of Key West. Red grouper, yellowtail snapper, and a verity of types of mackerel. Even did a catch n cook woth spadefish (a first for me). If you have lobster on your mind, well so do we! Many of our shallow water honey holes have been picked clean this late in the season. 6hr + lobster trips gave us enough time to run 20+ miles to areas with less pressure and they are still housing some quality bugs. Lets go make some memories!
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Key West offshore bite is on fire!
Key West offshore bite is on fire!
Oct 1, 2024 Key West
The bite has been great offshore of Key West. Wahoo have been caught on almost all recent trips. Mahi are a plenty with a few of our trips catching our boat limit this week. We did have one day last week without much happening offshore, so we trolled the reef and caught a verity of mackerel including a โ€œsmoker kingโ€. Our 35โ€™ is perfect for trolling with its impressive outriggers, downriggers, and electric teasers. Dont forget we are one of the few Key West charter boats that has ice cold AC. Lets go get em!!!
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Offshore is windy but on FIRE!
Offshore is windy but on FIRE!
Jun 14, 2024 Key West
Offshore conditions have been a little rough, but for those who muscle thru the waves have been rewarded. Lots of great sized mahi, 20lb tunas, and tons of bog bonitas. Our 35โ€™ Carolina Classic is designed for these conditions. She keeps us stable, dry, and even has the added comfort of air conditioning.
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Its tuna time!
Its tuna time!
Nov 13, 2023 Key West
The cooler offshore water temp is bringing our winter species. Tuna, wahoo, and sailfish all caught on our last offshore trip. All less then 15miles from the dock.
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Cool weather bring some nice catches!
Cool weather bring some nice catches!
Oct 31, 2023 Key West
The cooler weather had brough alot of nice winter time species inshore. Starting with the nice size lane snapper being caught on the inshore and patch reefs. Cero and spanish mackeral have been plentiful both on anchor and on the troll, and have found a couple of 25"+ mutton snappers inhore.
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Holiday family fun fishing!
Holiday family fun fishing!
Dec 24, 2021 Key West
Light winds and great conditions. We blacked out the livewell with biat and headed west. Starting our trip at a calm backcountry island we got a handful of mangrove snapper and a nice mutton snapper. After an hour we headed to some patch corals, got a nice red grouper, and a few other species. Perfect trip for holiday family fun.
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Customer reviews

Rating summary
Excellent
4.9 / 5
out of 5 stars from 611 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 Time Fishing
Great fishing trip- variety of fish!
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Good experience
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Friendly captain
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Recommend this charter
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Appropriate for children
97%
Satisfied with the boat
99%
Caught fish
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Chris S.
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A great captain for whatever you want to do

VERIFIED   2 hour inshore fish and cruise. on April 18, 2025
Justin was phenomenal. His knowledge of the waters around Key West is impressive. We were introducing our 12 year olds to ocean...
Chris S. recommends Good Times Key West 24โ€™
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Ryan P.
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Great Day of Fishing!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on February 7, 2025
We had a great time with Captain Matt! He was super throughout the entire trip! We were able to hit a great spot and the fishing...
Ryan P. recommends Good Times Key West 24โ€™
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Carlos S.
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Great experience!

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (AM) on September 13, 2025
Awesome Captain and mate! Great day of fishing on a clean and spacious boat.ย  Over 100 lbs of Mahi.
Carlos S. recommends Good Times Key West 35' Offshore
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John (. J.
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Great trip

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip (PM) on July 6, 2025
Captain was great!!ย  He was very patient and helpful with my 10 year old son.highly recommend
John (. J. recommends Good Times Key West 24โ€™
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Molly K.
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10/10

VERIFIED   Half Day Trip โ€“ Fishing (AM) on October 22, 2025
We had a great time! Would recommend to anyone!
Molly K. recommends Good Times Key West โ€“ 19'
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