About
Tucked into Jensen Beach, Florida, Fintastic Aquariums has quietly built a devoted following over nearly two decades — the kind of store where customers drive two and a half hours from Orlando because the selection and prices outperform bigger-city competitors. This is a saltwater-only operation, and owner Carl and his team have leaned into that focus with impressive results. The shop is compact — multiple reviewers note the tight square footage — but what's packed inside punches well above its weight class.
Rows of immaculately maintained tanks house vibrant saltwater fish and a rotating inventory of corals that Carl refreshes weekly. Invertebrates, crustaceans, and rock flowers round out the livestock, and the store stocks a solid range of supplies, chemicals, and equipment for nano tanks up through larger reef setups. One reviewer picked up a 28-gallon nano tank on the spot; another mentioned planning a full tank-and-setup purchase.
What truly sets Fintastic apart is the depth of expertise behind the counter. The staff includes a marine biologist, and the team regularly fields questions about sick fish, starter corals, and tank chemistry without rushing anyone — one family didn't even realize the store had closed because the staff kept patiently answering their son's questions. That willingness to steer customers away from products that aren't a good fit, rather than push a sale, has earned fierce loyalty across Martin and St.
Lucie counties. The store also runs a water-changing and tank maintenance service, with Dom handling regular visits that customers describe as convenient, affordable, and meticulous. The service crew stays available by phone between appointments to troubleshoot issues in real time.
Pricing consistently undercuts online retailers, and a weekly specials mailing list rewards regulars who stop in to see what's new. For anyone maintaining a saltwater aquarium on Florida's Treasure Coast, Fintastic is the local fish store that earns its reputation week after week.
What they offer
Livestock, services, water
- Livestock & products
- Services
- Specializes in
Highlights
What makes them special
- Exclusively saltwater with weekly new arrivals of fish and corals
- Staff includes a marine biologist for expert-level consultation
- Affordable water-changing and tank maintenance service
- Prices consistently below online retailers with weekly specials mailing list
- 18+ years serving the Jensen Beach and Treasure Coast community
From keepers
Customer reviews
“Great selection So far good quality. My only complaint, you're place is too small. Thank you for our wonderful additions and I am sure we will see you again soon.”
— Melody M Englert4.03 days ago“Can't say enough about this fish store. I have been going for 18 years. Carl, and his staff are incredible! Great selection of corals, fish, and inverts all at extremely fair prices. Very lucky to have them close by.”
— Jordan Kushner5.04 days ago“Carl and his staff are amazing and friendly, everyone is super knowledgeable and willing to help whenever needed… been going for a few years now and I wouldn’t go anywhere else, great selection as well !!”
— Mac Merrill5.03 weeks ago“Good selection friendly and knowledgeable staff and good prices”
— Robin Franklin5.0a month ago“I was thoughly impressed! Nice independently owned salt water fish store. I went there for some advice on a sick fish. I was given information without feeling rushed & all my questions answered. Very friendly & knowledgeable staff. I am happy to report my fish is doing better & I am hopeful for a full recovery in due time.”
— Christine5.0a month ago“Great service ! Very knowledgeable great variety”
— Matthew Murphy5.0a month ago“Has all the wife needs”
— Norvell Stengel5.03 months ago“Nice little store with some really beautiful saltwater fish.”
— Derek Schott4.03 months ago“Great salt water fish store, the owners and staff are very knowledgeable and friendly. They always have a really nice selection to choose from.”
— Bob Fl5.03 months ago“Super friendly knowledgeable staff, decent prices, good water quality, healthy fish, healthy corals, and alot of options.”
— Pacu L (Pacu)5.04 months ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (772) 692-9950 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting Fintastic Aquariums Jensen.