About
Aquarama Inc. has been a Miami institution for over 50 years, a family-run aquarium shop now in its third generation. Located in a compact neighborhood storefront (fair warning: parking is tight), this is the kind of place where the owners remember your name, your tank, and what you bought last time.
Christy, Manny, and Cristina are the faces behind the counter, and longtime customers speak about them with real affection — one reviewer has been shopping here since age seven and still brings family in. The store carries a solid rotating inventory of both freshwater and saltwater fish, along with live aquatic plants, driftwood, and dragon stones for aquascaping. Reviewers mention everything from cherry barbs and bettas to clownfish, starfish, and cleaner crews for reef setups.
Christy has a knack for keeping things honest — one dad visiting with his daughter for a starter betta bowl noted she stayed well under his budget and never pushed unnecessary extras. For pond keepers, Cristina has earned praise for patiently walking customers through water conditioning, feeding, and maintenance when their fish were struggling. Aquarama also offers water testing and will ship orders for customers who can't make the drive — one reviewer travels all the way from Naples for the selection.
The bilingual staff (Spanish and English) is a natural fit for Miami, and the shop has a distinctly warm, unhurried energy. Tanks with stands, food, medications, and the full range of supplies are stocked alongside the livestock. The store isn't without its rough edges.
A few reviewers have reported disease issues with purchased fish, and occasional clashes in communication between staff have frustrated some saltwater hobbyists seeking precise guidance. But the overwhelming consensus across hundreds of reviews is clear: Aquarama delivers personalized, caring service that big-box pet stores simply can't match. For Miami fish keepers who value a genuine relationship with their local shop, this is the real deal.
What they offer
Livestock, services, water
- Livestock & products
- Services
- Specializes in
Highlights
What makes them special
- Family-owned Miami fish store operating for over 52 years across three generations
- Bilingual staff (English/Spanish) including Christy, Manny, and Cristina who remember customers and their tanks
- Wide selection of freshwater and saltwater fish, live plants, driftwood, and dragon stones
- Water testing services and personalized consultation for new and experienced aquarists
- Ships fish orders for customers outside the Miami area
From keepers
Customer reviews
“Este lugar es buenísimo,, Buena atención y los peces seper buenísimos”
— agdiel Guerra5.0a week ago“The Best Aquarium store in Miami. Family run and so helpful. Don't go anywhere else”
— James Klein5.0Edited a week ago“My dad use to get all his fish supplies from here.”
— susie church-rhodes5.02 weeks ago“Christy and manny are so knowledgeable about any concerns or questions Very willing to help and always have an answer regarding aquariums my go to local fish store for sure. I’ve been keeping fish for 20 years and they know what’s up. And one of the better quality fish stores in the Miami area”
— Jonathan magee5.03 weeks ago“I have been visiting this shop since I was seven years old, and today I stopped by to purchase some fish for my mother. It brings me such joy to continue supporting a wonderful small business and to see it thriving. Christy provided exceptional service thank you for all that you do”
— Angel Perez5.02 months ago“Lady with big eyes PRETTY RUDE!!! I run a business too and customer service is always kind and nice!!!”
— Arnold Gaitan1.02 months ago“Place is awesome. Manny is knowledgeable and friendly. SUPPORT LOCAL BUSINESS”
— David Abadin5.02 months ago“Recently entered the aquarium hobby and my first real life shop was Aquarama. Such a pleasure, amazing store, familly owned for 3 generations. They gave me great tips, very cute fishies and now I have a go to for any question or any fish plant I want, just need to ask. 100% recommend for anyone looking for a safe place to ask questions, very good prices and a family touch to it!”
— J C5.02 months ago“Buena atencion y rapido servicio”
— Carlos SaavedraDiaz5.03 months ago“Todos muy amables,pero la chica Cristina a pesar de tener un derroche de conocimientos es muy gentil”
— yurizan gonzalez guevara5.04 months ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (305) 635-7898 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting Aquarama Inc..