About
Fishy Bizz in Farmington, Michigan has earned a devoted following across metro Detroit, with some customers happily driving 50 minutes each way for what many call the best freshwater fish shop in Southeast Michigan. The store may occupy a compact space, but it's packed floor to ceiling with rotating stock that keeps regulars coming back to see what's new. The freshwater selection is the main draw.
Reviewers rave about a stunning discus display tank, diverse cichlid offerings including apistogramma varieties, leaf fish, red cherry tetras, and an impressive range of rare and unusual species you won't find at big-box pet stores. Freshwater clams, algae-eating snails, and shrimp round out a solid invertebrate selection. The live plant section is a standout — lush, well-maintained, and stocked with enough variety to satisfy serious planted tank enthusiasts.
There's also a smaller but interesting saltwater section worth browsing. What sets Fishy Bizz apart is the health of its livestock. The store quarantines new arrivals in the back before putting them on the sales floor, and customers consistently report that fish arrive home healthy and thriving.
Every tank in the shop is clean, well-organized, and easy to view — a detail that matters more than you'd think after visiting stores where murky water obscures everything. Staff members Ethan and Piper get called out by name repeatedly for their expertise and genuine enthusiasm. They'll walk newcomers through their first tank setup, help experienced hobbyists track down a specific species to order, and give honest advice without pushing unnecessary products.
The store carries Xtreme fish food, Aquarium Co-Op products, driftwood, hardscape materials, heaters, filters, and other accessories that go well beyond basic chain-store inventory. A rewards program sweetens the deal for repeat visitors, and the prices are generally considered fair for the quality of livestock offered. Even the bathroom has personality — decorated with a collage mural of fish-themed magazine covers that customers genuinely love.
Fishy Bizz is the kind of local fish store that builds a community around it.
What they offer
Livestock, services, water
- Livestock & products
- Live PlantsDiscusRare SpeciesCichlidsInvertebratesShrimpPlanted TanksTetrasDry GoodsAquarium EquipmentFish Food
- Services
- QuarantineConsultation
- Specializes in
Highlights
What makes them special
- Stunning discus display tank and rotating rare freshwater species
- All new fish quarantined before being offered for sale
- Extensive live aquatic plant section with hardscape materials
- Staff members Ethan and Piper praised by name for deep fishkeeping expertise
- Carries Xtreme fish food and Aquarium Co-Op products
From keepers
Customer reviews
“Piper is great. The fish are amazing and healthy really nice and wide variety. Been going here for a pretty long time now I also like the sign pretty cool also the leaf fish they have in there is really cool.”
— David5.0a day ago“walked in looking for different apisto varieties -- lots of cichlids and healthy plants -- interesting saltwater offerings.. Piper was very knowledgeable and friendly -- will be making my purchases from here moving forward because of this once my tank is cycled. Excited to go back.. Thanks again.”
— Norman Brewer5.0a week ago“My fiancé and I decided to get into fishkeeping and Ethan helped us get everything we needed to get started while explaining what we needed to do. Great shop with lots of fish and supplies.”
— Simon Hill5.02 weeks ago“They had the I was looking for Red Cherry Tetra… the prices are good and the selection is nice”
— Stephanie Hale5.03 weeks ago“This is a hidden gem 💎 my fiance and I have been searching for fresh water clams for our fish tank for a while. After calling around to a ton of places, we finally found a place with them! Great selection of fish as well. Clean shop and awesome prices. The staff is very attentive to their underwater friends as well as their customers!”
— Stefany Kulczycki5.0a month ago“Great shop with knowledgable and helpful staff and a good, constantly changing assortment of fish. They can often order a specific type of fish you are looking for as well. Small assortment of equipment/tanks in stock, as it is a small space.”
— K. K.5.0a month ago“Great selection of fresh water fish and extremely knowledgeable staff!!”
— Julien Alister5.0a month ago“Great place helpful staff”
— Joe Lavey5.0Edited a month ago“These people are very friendly and helpful! They have a large assortment of fish!”
— Carolyn B5.0a month ago“Best freshwater shop in metro Detroit, Highly recommended”
— Michael Kesteloot5.02 months ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (248) 893-7892 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting Fishy Bizz.