Liquid Kingdom

Walk into Liquid Kingdom in Broomfield, Colorado, and you'll quickly understand why this family-run saltwater shop has built such a devoted following. Run by father-daughter duo Tom and Debby (often called Deb), the store radiates the kind of genuine passion that can't be faked. Nearly every review mentions them by name — a testament to the personal relationships they build with every customer who walks through the door.

Liquid Kingdom is first and foremost a saltwater destination. The shop is stocked with a strong selection of saltwater fish, corals, invertebrates, and live rock, all housed in well-maintained, established display tanks. They also carry freshwater stock, but salt is clearly the heartbeat of the operation.

Need RO water or pre-mixed saltwater? They sell both on-site, a huge convenience for reef keepers trying to stay on top of water changes and tank maintenance. What sets Liquid Kingdom apart from bigger retailers is the level of hands-on guidance.

Multiple customers describe bringing in water samples for testing and receiving detailed advice on dialing in their parameters. Newcomers to the saltwater hobby report feeling genuinely welcomed rather than intimidated — staff take time to walk through best practices, recommend appropriate equipment, and steer people away from unnecessary purchases. One reviewer recounted coming in expecting to buy a new tank only to be told their current setup was fine, saving them money with an honest assessment.

Pricing is competitive with other local fish stores in the Broomfield area, and if they don't have what you're looking for, Tom and Debby are happy to source specific fish and corals on request. One customer even purchased a 322-gallon tank through them, speaking to the store's ability to handle serious builds alongside everyday livestock sales. For anyone in the northern Denver metro area running a reef tank or considering starting one, Liquid Kingdom delivers the rare combination of curated saltwater selection, fair pricing, and the kind of one-on-one expertise that makes the hobby more enjoyable.