CK Fish World in West Covina has become a pilgrimage site for aquarium hobbyists across Southern California — and even beyond. People drive from Pasadena, Irvine, and as far as Phoenix just to walk through its doors. 7 rating, it's earned a reputation as one of the most comprehensively stocked aquarium stores in the region.
The sheer scale of inventory is what hits you first. Freshwater and saltwater livestock fill rows of immaculately maintained tanks — reviewers consistently note the health of the fish, with one customer reporting only a single dead fish spotted across three separate visits. The live plant selection is staggering, with species like Amazon swords, pennywort, and Monte Carlo alongside a massive collection of decorative driftwood, stone, and substrates that makes this place an aquascaper's paradise.
Multiple display tanks — both planted freshwater setups and reef aquariums — serve as living inspiration throughout the store. The saltwater section delivers with a solid coral selection and marine fish, while freshwater offerings span shrimp (including bamboo shrimp), otocinclus, mollies, bettas, and much more. They also carry reptile and amphibian supplies, with staff helping customers set up frog tanks from scratch.
Staff members like Eddie, Ray, Aaron, and Michael come up by name again and again. Ray earned praise for walking a customer through a detailed treatment protocol for a sick molly with the patience of a veterinarian. Aaron helped a family with zero experience build out an entire frog habitat.
Michael is cited for his deep expertise across both saltwater and freshwater systems. The store runs a loyalty points program, can special-order items they don't carry, and also ships livestock — though in-person visits are clearly the main draw. Weekends can get hectic and crowded, so midweek trips are recommended for a calmer experience.
This is a family-owned operation with heart, and the ownership's warmth comes through in every interaction.
Christina Romo
5 reviews
Never been here and was satisfied with the prices and how well kept the animals were will be back again to pick up a new tank and bettas
Joseph Garcia
4 reviews
Great selection and knowledgeable employees.
Edward Torres
2 reviews
Hands down the best fish store in the area. This place is the definition of a destination store. The inventory of livestock and dry goods are vast. There's a huge selection of various decorative wood, stone, and substrates. The fish, shrimp, and plant selection are always great too. The staff is very knowledgeable, with Eddie being one of the friendliest fish store employees that I've ever met. Shopping here has always been, and continues to be a pleasure.
somak banerjee
123 reviews
Great quality fish at great prices. They also have lots of options. One of the best in Socal.
Mary Cabral
7 reviews
The staff is very helpful!
Mynor Garcia
3 reviews
Buen lugar para comprar peces
Sophie G
27 reviews
This is the BEST fish store with knowledgable and compassionate fish experts. Ray was such a kind, patient, professional, helpful, empathetic fish educator regarding my beloved sick Molly fish! He took his time to gather all the facts to best advise me on the correct protocol of aiding my sick fish back to health! He was very sincere and caring like a true fish doctor ! He treated me with kindness and compassion! I truly appreciate his time and expertise! The entire team here are ALWAYS friendly, honest, helpful, and work with enthusiasm! They treat all clients with respect and care! Eddie also was very kind, empathetic, compassionate, caring, and professional when I called to get more advice regarding my sick fish! Eddie and Ray have great positive attitudes and speak with a genuine concern to aid my duck fish back to health! People this business is successful because it treats people with care and kindness! Thank you all! Also the entire team is great about checking if your fish are male or female and always are here to give great advice! Top notch fish experts! Best Fish store you could ask for !
cruz juan
33 reviews
The employees here are exceptionally helpful, and the selection of fish is outstanding. Crucially, the majority of the fish maintained here are in excellent health.
Eric Hou
6 reviews
A must visit. A great place for all skill levels with comprehensive options to really build out what you need, accurately. Fish quality and holding tanks are fantastic. Prices are good too, likely supported by the volume they see.
Renato Guevara
58 reviews
It's always stocked with all you're aquarium needs and I'd they don't have they can order it for you, very helpful, clean, and you can get points daily when you purchase you're supplies for a discount after so manny points.
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541 N Azusa Ave, West Covina, CA 91791, USA
February 7, 2026
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