About
Along Highway 14 in Millbrook, Alabama, Aquarium Workshop is the kind of independent, owner-run aquarium store that turns first-time visitors into regulars. Greg, the owner, opened the shop a few years back and still works the floor himself — frequently spotted mid-cleaning when you walk in, which is exactly why reviewers keep returning to one word: clean. Spotless tanks aren't just for show here; they translate into livestock that consistently arrives home healthy.
One hobbyist with more than 40 years in the aquarium hobby called these some of the healthiest fish he'd ever seen. The store stocks both freshwater and saltwater, and recent visitors say the selection is among the largest in the river region for fish, plants, and invertebrates alike. On the freshwater side you'll find fancy goldfish, a deep wall of live aquatic plants (duckweed included), and a genuinely fun shrimp lineup — cherry, blue, orange, and yellow shrimp plus ghost shrimp were all in stock on a recent visit.
Hunting for freshwater shrimp for sale in Millbrook, AL? This is the spot. The saltwater side keeps a rotating selection of coral frags that regulars say make them want to browse for hours, alongside marine fish and a steadily growing dry-goods and equipment section.
What sets Aquarium Workshop apart is Greg himself. He throws in extra plants with a purchase, has replaced fish lost to honest mistakes, and patiently walks first-time families through their very first setup. When one customer's tank kept losing fish, he helped diagnose and fix the problem; when another shopper's aunt had questions about koi and ponds, he answered those too.
He's military and veteran friendly, endlessly patient, and his prices draw steady praise as better than just competitive. For anyone searching for an aquarium store near me in Millbrook or the greater Montgomery area, Aquarium Workshop is worth making your regular stop.
What they offer
Fish & livestock for sale at Aquarium Workshop in Millbrook, AL
Aquarium Workshop stocks corals, goldfish, shrimp, invertebrates, aquarium plants and freshwater & saltwater fish for sale in Millbrook, AL. As an aquarium store serving Millbrook, AL, it also carries dry goods and aquarium equipment and offers aquarium consultations and aquarium setup.
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Highlights
What makes them special
- Spotless tanks maintained personally by owner Greg, with livestock that consistently arrives home healthy
- Freshwater and saltwater under one roof — fancy goldfish, live plants, coral frags, and a colorful shrimp selection
- Standout freshwater shrimp lineup: cherry, blue, orange, yellow, and ghost shrimp
- Hands-on owner who gives extra plants, replaces honest-mistake losses, and troubleshoots problem tanks
- Prices praised as better than just competitive by decades-long hobbyists; military and veteran friendly
From keepers
Customer reviews
“One of the best. The owner is super nice and very helpful. Great selection on fish, fresh and saltwater. Lots of corals as well.”
— Steven Walker5.03 days ago“It's a great place! Good prices!”
— Tammy Honeycutt5.02 months ago“Great owner and staff. Very knowledgeable, helpful, and good selection of fresh and salteater supplies. If you are into aquariums, fish, and enjoying making your own habitat, highly recommend!!!”
— Lisle Babcock5.02 months ago“10/10 place”
— Evelyn Vaughan5.03 months ago“I came in for duck weed. I left with duck weed and some shrimp since they had what I was looking for in store. I was very happy to see they had cherry, blue, orange, and yellow shrimp there. I even got some ghost shrimp. They have a variety of freshwater and some saltwater fish. The man who helped me was very very kind. He answered questions my aunt had about koi and ponds. I would definitely go back and I would recommend them to others. I am very happy with my experience there.”
— Bundle o' Bread5.03 months ago“Greg runs a fantastic shop! In my experience he has the largest of both fresh and saltwater fish and animals and plants on offer in the area. Highly recommend!”
— Andrew Jones5.04 months ago“Great prices and nice selection of fish. Friendly staff.”
— Heidi Guthery5.02 months ago“Super nice workers and extremely helpful”
— Joshua Reddish5.02 months ago“Greg is a super nice guy and knowledgeable about fish.”
— Kellie Holley5.03 months ago“Love walking into this shop. Mr. Greg always has a smile on his face, I haven't been as much as I want but every fish I've gotten here has been healthy and problem free.”
— Matt Burnett5.03 months ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (334) 517-4607 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting Aquarium Workshop.