About
Louisiana Fish Store has become a cornerstone of the Baton Rouge aquarium community, earning a devoted following through hands-on education and a genuine passion for the hobby. Walk in and you'll find a surprisingly deep inventory packed into a compact space — freshwater and saltwater fish, live plants, aquascaping materials like stones and driftwood, filter media, and a full range of equipment and accessories. The selection is broad enough that regulars say if they don't have it, they'll order it.
The freshwater side is where the store really shines. Healthy African cichlids — including mbuna that reviewers note are in notably better condition than at competing shops — share space with oddball species like bumblebee gobies, Pygmy corydoras, red cherry shrimp, guppies, and nerite snails. The planted tank section is robust, with enough variety in live plants and hardscape to satisfy serious aquascapers.
Staff members like John, Danny, Jess, Addy, and Vector are frequently called out by name for their willingness to spend 20 minutes or more walking newcomers through tank cycling, stocking choices, and equipment basics. The owner himself is known for his honesty — he won't push products you don't need and will point you elsewhere if he can't source what you're after. The store also handles bigger projects.
One customer praised their installation of a 300-gallon tank and custom stand, calling it a statement piece in their new home. For beginners, the team provides written cycling instructions and stays accessible via phone and messaging for follow-up questions — a level of after-sale support that's rare in the hobby. Their unboxing videos on social media have become a draw of their own, giving customers a preview of incoming livestock.
Saltwater hobbyists will find stock here too, though the freshwater and planted tank offerings dominate the conversation among reviewers. If you're in the Baton Rouge area and want a local fish store that invests time in your success, Louisiana Fish Store delivers.
What they offer
Livestock, services, water
- Livestock & products
- Services
- Specializes in
Highlights
What makes them special
- Extensive aquascaping materials including stones, driftwood, and live plants
- Healthy African cichlids and mbuna in excellent condition
- Staff provides written tank cycling instructions and ongoing phone/message support
- Custom tank installation services including large setups like 300-gallon tanks
- Named staff members (John, Danny, Jess, Addy, Vector) praised for in-depth, patient guidance
From keepers
Customer reviews
“Awesome service from the staff. Very knowledgeable and took the time needed to answer my questions. I will be back soon.”
— Anissa Honore5.03 days ago“Extremely friendly staff, picked this fella up a month ago for my planted oddballs tank and he’s thriving. 10/10 will go back!”
— Travis Treme5.0a week ago“Huge selection of aquascaping materials (stones, wood, the works), filter media, fish, plants, everything you could imagine.”
— Rainey Williams5.0a week ago“John is extremely knowledgeable and honest and if he doesn't have what you want in stock usually he can get it or tell you where to get it and he always tells the honest truth about the products and fish and won't try to sell you anything you don't actually need”
— Rome5.02 weeks ago“Not one sick fish in site. You can tell they pride themselves in healthy fish and the young man who helped me was very nice!”
— Kailee Thibodeaux5.02 weeks ago“They have so many fishes love it!!!”
— Eros Ngô5.03 weeks ago“I love the variety of fish and plants. Knowledgeable and friendly staff.”
— Tommy Davis5.03 weeks ago“We went out to Louisiana fish store for some accessories and some plants. The staff was very helpful and very knowledgeable.”
— Michael m5.0a month ago“Great place. Knowledgeable staff. They gave me everything I needed when I had no idea how to set anything up. Written instructions on cycling the tank.”
— FrodoFraggins5.0a month ago“We love th e Louisiana Fish Store! The folks there are very knowledgeable and friendly! Willing to talk with you, answer questions and help! We love watching their "unboxing videos" too!”
— Erin King5.0a month ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (225) 963-9633 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting Louisiana Fish Store.