What would you recommend to anglers fishing in Port Isabel, Texas for the first time?

I highly recommend right after a hard day of fishing and your fish are fresh and filleted taking them over to Joe’s oyster bar and having them cook your own catch. It is delicious wonderful staff and the food might I say is even better especially if you have a flounder and you take it in hole and have them fry it for you!!! I’m not big on things with bones and then and the thought of a whole fried fish. Just literally makes me want to not eat at all, but once I tried it game over, I will never eat another flounder the same.

Trying to follow up with the captains rebottled to my experience. I had told him I just wanted to go back because of my back and I didn't want to get confrontational. There was no request to discount the trip and that's what I feel. The captain did not know who is doing. I was just being lazy.

We went out in Jan on an overcast day with cooler weather.. I know they say fish in foul weather but we really wanted some good eating fish and got nice catfish all day.. Just a fluke and I know you can 't have it all the time. Had a great time,, Captain was great, boat was fun... Fish were fun and we caught a bunch...just wasn't looking for catfish. Oh well, maybe next time... Thanks for the great time.

Book with George Strader , "George's Fishing Charter Service"! This guy will make your day! He had a sonogram instrument on his boat to find the fish. The day had a North Wind, which was not ideal for fishing--it kept the schools on the move and caused big swells in the gulf. The Bay, however, was excellent, much calmer & easier to find large schools of fish. The water was pretty cool but warm enough for a refreshing swim.

This was our first time here. And it’s January, so I know it’s not prime time. But the fishing Josh put us on kept our heads on a swivel! I will be coming back during peak season to troll for bigger fish : ) Josh knows his Sh@!, trust his process.

This was our fifth fishing trip in the area and by far the best. After the first 4, I was skeptical at best. Captain Josh will get all of our guided fishing business in the future. Forget the party boats in this fishery.

Go out with Capt Cliff. I had a great experience, laid back, professional, catching fish! That's what it's all about.

Don’t set high expectations for catching reds on a pontoon boat. Fun but no reds.

We caught a fair amount and three keepers. I think I would want to use some live bait as well as lures.

Book Caption Josh he is the most experienced and caring Captain Ive ever booked. Especially with an inexperienced group.

Capitán Rolando will steer you to the best fishing. He is very familiar with the top fishing that is available offshore and in the bay.

I recommend booking an experienced guide that knows what they are doing. Their experience will facilitate the catch.

Make sure the wind is not blowing this kept us from getting our limit and getting anything other than 2 red Snapper. Disappointing but not the Captain’s fault.

Make sure you take something for sea sickness regardless if you ever been seasick or not and dress appropriately for the sun with sunblock

The bay is extremely shallow. I was surprised to find that we were only fishing in two to three feet of water. Spent a lot of time looking for schools of fish.

If you're going to go fishing in the lower Laguna Madre, I highly recommend Capt. Ryan Falls. We had an awesome experience with him.

August is the time for fishing here. The TIFT tournament stirs up a buzz, and the fish are beautiful. Live croaker gets eaten up.

It was my first time fishing out of this port, and it was easy, friendly, and not hard to find anything at all. Recommended.

Just enjoy the time and cherish the moments with luved ones fish or no fish just being together Its a Blessing well worth it

Yes, although we were in fairly shallow water, fish were biting, however not many keepers that morning.

Captain Ryan is just the guy to help you catch some fish. He is friendly and knowledgeable and will do his best to help you have the best fishing experience possible.

Port Isabel is a prime fishing spot if your thinking about taking a fishing trip on the lower Laguna Madre don’t think twice just do it you won’t regret it

Keep a close eye on the weather and find a Capt who is easy to contact. Also find an experienced captain who has good ratings. That's your best chance at a successful day.

Awesome fishing - we only went 9 miles offshore but spent all day pulling in red snappers!

The guide is very friendly and good for first timers, especially inquisitive teens.

No more than 5 to 8 hours for first trip. Then, consider longer trip next time out.

Go in the morning, cover up and drink lots of water. Also, bring a light lunch.

Today was rough we did not get many bites. But overall the experience and fun.

The weather can be unpredictable, be as flexible as possible with your schedule.

Go at a time the weather is more stable. Nathan did a good job. Just tough fishing