About
8-star aquarium store where saltwater hobbyists drive in from across the region for corals, reef fish, and dry goods that other shops struggle to match. Reviewers who have been coming for years still describe the livestock tanks as exceptionally clean and the fish as lively, and the coral selection runs deep: small frags up to full colonies, with every section clearly priced so you never have to track someone down just to ask. That no-pressure, browse-at-your-own-pace feel comes up again and again.
Saltwater is the heart of the store. You'll find a wide range of corals for sale in Tampa, FL, alongside reef fish, inverts, snails, and crabs, plus a rotating lineup of rarer saltwater fish that keeps regulars checking back. One recent visitor walked out with a moray eel and noted the shop had around eight eels available at the time — exactly the kind of harder-to-find livestock that makes the trip worth it.
Owner Pierre is a constant presence on the floor, and staff like JJ and John (the manager regulars go to when they need something made right) are repeatedly singled out as knowledgeable reefers. One customer returning after ten years out of the hobby credited JJ with sorting out all his gear and getting his tank back up and running. The Coral Corral isn't strictly a saltwater shop, either — the team has walked freshwater keepers through tricky problems, including troubleshooting a chilled African cichlids pond through a cold snap.
Add frequently praised, fair pricing, a solid wall of dry goods and frozen foods, and an aquarium-equipment selection deep enough to outfit a fresh build, and it's easy to see why so many Tampa Bay reefers call this their store for life. Clean tanks, healthy coral, and a crew that treats your tank like it matters — that's what keeps people coming back to the Coral Corral.
What they offer
Fish & livestock for sale at The Coral Corral in Tampa, FL
The Coral Corral stocks corals, reef fish, African cichlids, invertebrates, rare and hard-to-find species and saltwater & freshwater fish for sale in Tampa, FL. As an aquarium store serving Tampa, FL, it also carries aquarium equipment, dry goods and fish food and offers aquarium consultations and tank maintenance.
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Highlights
What makes them special
- Deep coral selection from small frags to full colonies, every section clearly priced
- Rare and hard-to-find saltwater livestock, including moray eels for sale
- Owner Pierre plus knowledgeable, no-pressure staff like JJ and manager John
- Some of the lowest prices in Tampa Bay on quality livestock and dry goods
- Expert help across reef and freshwater setups, including African cichlids
From keepers
Customer reviews
“Very good clean store... Great staff.,.. Will return ....”
— Mark McClendon4.0a week ago“Outstanding selection of healthy fish and beautiful coral. The staff are very friendly and helpful. Highest recommendations!”
— Evan Dunn5.04 weeks ago“Been coming for years , still great place. Like that every coral section is priced . No need to ask and great selection from small frags to colonies. Always something that catches your eye.”
— Karol Pogorzelski5.0Edited a month ago“Great guys! They are all knowledgeable reffers. And not high pressure salesman.”
— Matt Mast5.0Edited a month ago“Nice store great selection. Tanks are well kept”
— Mark Shiver4.02 months ago“Have been out of the hobby for 10 years but finally made it to the store to get some supplies. JJ was extremely helpful and knowledgeable. Helped me get all my gear so i could get my tank up and running! If you're experienced or completely new to the hobby JJ and the lads will get you squared away!”
— Ren M5.02 months ago“Solid, Solid Store.. Huge selection of fish and corals and products.. Pierre is super cool and a fair guy.. I bought a Moray Eel!!!! They have like 8 eels for sale!!! Rare Saltwater Fish and beautiful saltwater tanks!!!”
— STAND With Cliff5.02 months ago“Stopped by sometime last week Pierre was more than helpful. I had an awesome experience. Looking forward to coming back and growing my tank! :)”
— Andrew LaPenta5.04 months ago“Come in every now and then. John is one of the reasons. He is the to go guy here at this store. Very helpful and always there to make things right.”
— Carrie Ann Brown5.04 months ago“Always has what we need!”
— Hay5.03 hours ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (813) 855-3888 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting The Coral Corral.