The best time I spend in Montauk? It’s on Lazybones. A family-run fishing charter, it’s been taking locals and visitors out on the water for generations. The captain’s daughter is part of the crew now, keeping the family business alive.

The setup is simple—two half-day trips daily, and I’ve done both:

Early Bird: 6 a.m. – 11 a.m.

Afternoon Run: 12 p.m. – 5 p.m.

It’s an amazing experience, perfect for groups of three to five, but I think the boat can hold up to 40. They break down your fish right on board, so you can leave with a ready-to-cook (or eat) catch.

Inside Tip

Here’s how you do it right: Bring ponzu from Sen. When you land a fresh fluke, ask them to slice it up on board and dip it right into that citrusy soy sauce. It’s as fresh as sushi gets – literally still pulsating in your mouth.

It doesn’t get better than this. An absolute must-try.

Contact

🌐 lazybonesmontauk.com

About Jesse

This card is by Jesse Matsuoka, a Hamptons resident of over 25 years. A sake sommelier and co-owner of Sen, a legendary Japenese restaurant in Sag Harbor. Born in Manhattan, grew up in Tokyo, Hawaii and Sag Harbor, and married to a third generation Montauker.

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