About
Tucked into a garage shop in Meridian, Idaho, Quality Saltwater Fish and Corals LLC has built a devoted following across the Treasure Valley on the strength of one thing: owner Shane's relentless commitment to doing saltwater right. This is a specialty reef store through and through — no freshwater distractions, no half-measures. Shane, who spent years working in the public aquarium space, runs every fish through a full quarantine program before it ever hits the sales floor.
Customers rave about being able to add livestock straight to their display tanks with confidence, a luxury that saves both money and heartbreak. The coral selection punches well above the shop's modest footprint. Reviewers consistently note that frags here are sized like mini colonies elsewhere, spanning beginner-friendly softies to high-end collector pieces at competitive prices.
The Black Friday mystery grab bags — $35 for a guaranteed $50-plus value — had one Utah visitor estimating their haul at over $100. Tangs, anemones, and a rotating variety of reef fish fill clean, well-maintained systems, and Shane stocks dry goods that are genuinely hard to find at other local shops. What truly sets this place apart is the consultation experience.
Shane routinely spends an hour or more with newcomers, walking them through saltwater setup from scratch without upselling unnecessary gear. His "moonshine program" — a proprietary treatment approach — has earned fans who credit it with saving sick livestock. He offers free water testing, in-home tank services, and even aquarium sitting for customers who travel.
One reviewer whose tank crashed after receiving bad water from a competitor described Shane's patient guidance through the rebuild as transformative. For reef hobbyists in Boise and surrounding areas who've been underwhelmed by big-box alternatives, this small Meridian shop delivers an experience built on genuine expertise, healthy livestock, and a community-first ethos that keeps customers driving across the valley.
What they offer
Livestock, services, water
- Livestock & products
- Services
- Specializes in
Highlights
What makes them special
- All fish quarantined before sale — add directly to your display tank
- Coral frags sized like mini colonies at competitive prices
- Free water testing for customers
- In-home tank maintenance and aquarium sitting services
- Owner Shane brings public aquarium industry experience
From keepers
Customer reviews
“I’m in the very beginning stages of setting up a saltwater tank, so today I made the rounds and stopped at three different stores for help. Two of them didn’t say two words to me. Then I walked into Shane’s store. Shane spent a full hour talking with me, answering every single question I had (and I had a LOT). You can tell immediately how knowledgeable he is, not just from what he says, but from how clearly he explains things. He didn’t rush me, didn’t make me feel silly for being a beginner, and he gave me honest guidance about what I actually need instead of trying to upsell anything. What stood out the most is how much he cares about people having a successful experience. He offered support for anything I might need going forward—advice, troubleshooting, product suggestions, all of it. It’s rare these days to find someone who genuinely wants to help you succeed, and Shane absolutely does. If you’re starting a saltwater tank (or even if you’re already deep into the hobby), go see Shane. The level of customer service and knowledge he brings is on a completely different level. Highly recommend!”
— Nicole 0005.02 months ago“Shane is the best. Straight shooter to keep me headed to success. His moonshine program is works better than I believed it would.”
— ted koehn5.02 months ago“Best place in town. Shane is extremely knowledgeable and takes exceptional care of his fish and corals. Thanks for the salt set up! I'll be back when I'm ready for more coral.”
— Brad Clark5.0Edited 4 months ago“Best shop in the Treasure Valley! Shane is an amazing resource and truly takes pride in the hobby and helping everybody achieve their reefing goals!”
— Shawn Swanberg5.05 months ago“Shane with Quality Saltwater Fish and Corals has been an incredible resource for us. His knowledge of everything saltwater is unmatched—whether it’s fish, corals, equipment, or tank maintenance, he always has the answers. Beyond just offering great products, Shane goes the extra mile by offering in-home services and even watching over your aquarium if you’re away. It’s clear he truly cares about what he does, and it shows in every interaction. We’re grateful for all the ways he’s helped us and highly recommend him to anyone in the saltwater aquarium hobby!”
— Carl Pagni5.08 months ago“Thanks Shane! I'll be back in a few weeks!”
— Joshua Willis5.09 months ago“Shane is extremely knowledgable and helpful. His treatments and advice saved the lives of one of my anemones and several tangs. That alone paid for itself in the corals I've bought from his small garage shop. His corals are beautiful and healthy. Some of his larger frags were still quite inexpensive given their size, which was a pleasant surprise. I wholeheartedly recommend a visit, because even though it's in a small space, he has a large variety.”
— Conrad Kennington5.011 months ago“Awesome store, knowledgeable owner and some really nice corals 🪸 check it out!!”
— David Moore5.011 months ago“If your in the area i recommended checking this spot out good prices and a great selection.”
— Tyler powell5.0a year ago“We are from Utah and stopped in to "just look". We went on black friday 2024. I loved how attentive and friendly the staff were. I was also very impressed with the black friday pricing and loved the mystery grab bags. The mystery bags were $35 with a gauranteed $50 value. I would guess the value of both frags I got were over $100! I love this store. The only thing that could make it better is if they moved to Utah 😉”
— Rob S5.0a year ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (208) 440-0369 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting Quality Saltwater Fish And Corals LLC.