NYC Sportfishing Charters specializes in catching trophy Striped Bass in and around New York City throughout most of the season, along with trophy doormat Fluke, Black Sea Bass, and other bottom fish in late spring and summer, and Blackfish (Tautog) in late fall. The business fishes NY Harbor, the East River, Raritan Bay, and the ocean off the coast of NY and NJ, with deep knowledge of the seasonal movements of fish throughout the area.

Captain Steve Cherry is a USCG Licensed Captain with more than 20 years of experience fishing NY Harbor, Raritan Bay, and the waters off NY and NJ. Steve and his boat, the Rachel Rose, are Striped Bass specialists, regularly landing fish over 40 lbs. The Rachel Rose is a full-time charter fishing boat operating April through December, a 25.20XL Parker Sport Cabin equipped with a 225 HP Yamaha engine and the latest electronics, rods, reels, and tackle.

Striped Bass Fishing trips run 5 hours for a maximum of 4 passengers, with pricing including all gas, bait, tackle, ice, and fish cleaning (gratuity for the mate, 15% standard, not included). Bottom Fishing trips (Sea Bass, Ling, Blackfish) run 6-8 hours, also for up to 4 passengers with the same inclusions. Hourly fishing and harbor tour packages are also available by calling directly for pricing.

With 29 reviews at a 4.9 average, guests consistently praise Captain Steve’s deep knowledge of the water and tides, patience with less experienced anglers, and genuine skill putting families and groups on fish, including memorable trips for kids’ birthdays.

For anglers looking for a highly experienced, USCG-licensed Striped Bass specialist fishing NY Harbor and the surrounding waters, NYC Sportfishing Charters offers a highly reviewed operation with Captain Steve Cherry aboard the Rachel Rose.