About
Concord Aquarium is a family-owned tropical fish store in Concord, CA that locals treat as an institution — the kind of independent aquarium store the hobby is lucky to still have. Founded by longtime owner Steve and now carried on by his daughter Ginger, the shop keeps the same hands-on spirit it has been known for across the Bay Area for more than 30 years. Regulars who have watched the next generation take over note that recent updates and upgrades have brought in an even wider variety of fish without losing the personal, family-run feel.
Its signature draw is the self-serve format: you grab a bucket and net your own fish straight from the tanks. Parents love it — kids scoop their own picks — and experienced keepers like choosing the exact specimen they want. The focus is freshwater, and the tanks stay clean and the livestock visibly healthy, a point reviewers raise again and again.
You'll find fancy guppies and mollies you won't see elsewhere in the area, Dwarf Pea Puffers, German Blue Rams, flower horns, and both predatory and community species, plus a strong run of nano fish like Celestial Pearl Danios and Pygmy Corydoras. If you're searching for Amano shrimp or a healthy Betta for sale in Concord, CA, this is a reliable stop, and the aquatic plants and hardscape make it a go-to for anyone building a planted aquascape. Beyond livestock, the store stocks aquarium equipment, substrate, décor, and fish food, and carries rimless tanks like UNS for aquascapers.
Many shoppers single out Ginger and the staff — names like Lilyana and Jeremy come up — for patient, knowledgeable help cycling a first tank or dialing in a stocking list. Prices draw the occasional "a little high" note, but the popular 2-for-1 deal and the quality of the fish keep people coming, some driving from as far as Vacaville. For freshwater fish near me, Concord Aquarium remains a genuine local favorite.
What they offer
Fish & livestock for sale at Concord Aquarium in Concord, CA
Concord Aquarium stocks shrimp, livebearers, pufferfish, invertebrates, betta fish, catfish, aquarium plants and freshwater & saltwater fish for sale in Concord, CA. As an aquarium store serving Concord, CA, it also carries aquarium equipment and fish food and offers aquarium consultations and aquarium setup.
- Livestock & products
- Live PlantsPlanted TanksShrimpLivebearersPuffersInvertebratesBettasCatfishAquarium EquipmentFish Food
- Services
- Specializes in
Highlights
What makes them special
- Signature self-serve format — grab a bucket and net your own fish straight from the tanks
- Family-owned for 30+ years, founded by Steve and now run by his daughter Ginger
- Deep freshwater selection: fancy guppies, mollies, Dwarf Pea Puffers, German Blue Rams, flower horns, and nano fish like Celestial Pearl Danios and Pygmy Corydoras
- Aquatic plants, hardscape, Amano shrimp, and UNS rimless tanks for planted aquascapes
- Popular 2-for-1 fish deal; recent updates have expanded the variety on offer
From keepers
Customer reviews
“I wish they had better customer service. 😕 I probably will just buy online in the future at least that way if they man handle my stuff they have a return policy.”
— Elizabeth2.0a week ago“Love this place best and one of the only aquarium stores left”
— vondangobootonube Bouquenoy5.0a week ago“super clean healthy fish and great people. thank you Ginger you rock!”
— C. J. Sequeira5.03 weeks ago“The new owners/managers are great. Love what they have done to the place as well as all of the updates and upgrades. I love the new variety of fish seperate to the normal findings. Ive always loved aquarium stores not just to go buy things there. But as an experience as well, to see all the cool creatures and critters in our hobby. It makes wanting to visit an aquarium store even more inviting. As a aquarium enthusiast I'm glad to see a nice updated offering in Concord!”
— Gb J5.04 weeks ago“Family own business with family working in it, has some magic to it. Most important thing is they are helpful, friendly, knowledgeable, helping with a smile and knowing how to handle people, and kids new to this world.”
— Romina G5.04 weeks ago“Clean and well maintained”
— Atul Preetham5.0a month ago“Great experience at Concord Aquarium! I bought my UNS 90L aquarium here, along with 7 Amano shrimp, 7 Pygmy Corydoras, 7 Celestial Pearl Danios, and a Betta fish. All of them are healthy, active, and beautiful. The shop has everything you need for your aquarium, and the customer service is excellent. Big shoutout to Ginger, Lilyana, and Jeremy for being so helpful and friendly. Highly recommend this place!”
— John V.5.0Edited 2 months ago“Best place to buy hardscape and fish is all the Bay Area!!!!!”
— Herving Valiente5.02 months ago“Cool place. Poor costumer service, rude. When asked about a specific fish, she rudely just sat on her chair with her feet up and phone attached to her face. Answered like we were dumb..”
— FromMary2.03 months ago“Staff/sisters where very helpful and welcoming. The fish are well maintained. tanks where clean. Will use this store for all my aquarium needs.”
— Edmund StJohn5.03 months ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (925) 676-2626 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting Concord Aquarium.