Only been here once, and once is good enough. Very pricey and the worker was kinda rude. The only good thing about my visit here was that they have bait in stock. Maybe no one wanted them cause they’re pricey.
Paula C.
Place rating: 1 Sacramento, CA
The asian looking lady that works at this bait shop is very rude and has no sense of customer service skills. Who would have someone like her representing there business. She needs to be fired or placed in the back away from customers. I thought when you go to a store, shop it’s first come first serve. Not in her case. What is she hoarding the bait for friends? She is even rude to people over the phone. I don’t recommend this place to anyone what so ever. I give her and the shop a F. I wish I didn’t have to give them 1 star.
Shelli H.
Place rating: 5 Martinez, CA
I love this bait shop. Always friendly service(if you are nice in return ofcourse). We come here a lot. Thanks ladies of martinez bait and tackle!
Dan W.
Place rating: 5 Pittsburg, CA
After reading everyone’s reviews, I decided to call before heading out there to see if they carried any grass shrimp. The woman on the phone was so nice and courteous! When I got there, she greeted me and helped me out right away. Not only was she extremely nice, but the bait was superb unlike BS Bait. Their poorly trained staff gave me a bag of dead shrimp and even told me to bag it up myself. I highly recommend Martinez Bait to anyone fishing in the area. Their price is more than reasonable, and their professionalism is by far the best!!! If anyone in the area decides to fish, definitely check out Martinez Bait!!!
Jeremy K.
Place rating: 5 Martinez, CA
Always friendly pwople behind the counter which is nice to see early in the mornings. Usually I call ahead of time to make sure they have the exact bait I am looking for, sometimes the shrimp boats just dont catch alot so there are shortages at times. They always have all my food and drinks and tackle that I need to make my fishing trip a great experience
Ed G.
Place rating: 5 Rio Linda, CA
Stopped by on our way out into the bay for a day of fishing. The lady working the shop was more than willing to tell us what the fish were biting on, how to hook certain baits, and even gave us ice to keep the bait cold. She told us what radio channel was active in the area and who we could contact for more fishing tips. I will always stop in here to give them my business when I’m in the area. Great customer service, nice selection of baits, and gear.
Tip S.
Place rating: 5 San Francisco, CA
Broke a pole i bought there a few weeks ago! They let me exchange for a better rod! Just had to pay the difference! Great trustworthy customer service!!!
Marlon T.
Place rating: 4 Reno, NV
I like how they open up at 6:00AM and the lady working there is super nice. She also offered to give me ice to keep my bait cool. The store layout makes it easy to see what you’re looking for. I’d phone in ahead to see if they have a specific bait you’re looking for like Bullheads. Great bait shop right next to a good dock.
Moises M.
Place rating: 4 Rodeo, CA
I like this place, a great spot to get your bait. The ladies in the counter are always nice. Ask them whats biting that week and they tell you.
Meg W.
Place rating: 4 East Bay, CA
MTown — Independence Day Parade, 2010. This wasn’t our plan today, but there we were, having breakfast in downtown Martinez at 9.30a when we got word that the parade started at 10a. The wee ones should see a Proper Small Town Parade. It was hot enough out already and there were plenty of paraders(?) throwing sticky, gooey candy at my kids as they umm, paraded by, so when somebody from Martinez Marina Bait & Tackle reached into a bucket, I cringed just a bit. She didn’t head for my kids, but straight for me, and she handed me a bottle of ice cold water(oh, and a bumper sticker). Awesome. When I need bait and or tackle, I’ll remember their way of thinking… brilliant.
Jessica h.
Place rating: 4 Livermore, CA
Last weekend I went fishing out of Martinez Marina. I bought all my bait and soft drinks from this place. The women behind the counter were helpful. If you use their boat launch they allow you to park your trailer and vehicle overnight. The bait shop carries most everything you will need for fishing. When you leave the Marina you are only a 5 minute boat ride to the Moth Ball Fleet. You can expect 3 or 4 salty burnt out fisherman swapping stories and drinking coffee near the microwave. Live bait!