About
9-star reputation in Minneapolis, MN rests on something simple: spotless tanks, healthy livestock, and staff who genuinely love the hobby. Step inside and the difference is immediate — a calm, modern space (yes, there's a disco ball on the ceiling) with display tanks so clean that regulars come just to sit on the benches out front and unwind. One reviewer calls it their happy place, and that sentiment runs through hundreds of reviews.
Freshwater is the heart of the store. The aquatic plant selection is the headliner, with reviewers repeatedly naming Rivershore their favorite place to buy plants for both quality and fair pricing, alongside hardscape, driftwood, substrates like purple slate, and a dedicated aquascaping design area. For livestock you'll find bettas, axolotls, corydoras, rasboras, shrimp and other invertebrates, plus the stunning long-finned neon tetras for sale in Minneapolis, MN.
More recently, customers have flagged the saltwater side too — a large saltwater tank maintained in the dispensary below the shop, saltwater fish, and unique corals you don't always see at standard pet stores. What seals the loyalty is the team. Owner Dan, a former longtime A World of Fish employee, is described as a walking encyclopedia, and staff like Chase and Jamie will happily spend close to an hour helping you plan a stocking list, choose lighting for a first planted betta tank, or even steer you toward another shop if it suits you better.
There's no pressure here and no question too small — newbies and seasoned aquarists alike leave knowing more than when they walked in. Rivershore also carries tanks, equipment, water treatments, and Hikari foods both dry and frozen, making it a genuine one-stop shop. For anyone building a freshwater or saltwater setup in the Twin Cities, this is the aquarium store people keep returning to, week after week.
What they offer
Fish & livestock for sale at Rivershore Aquariums in Minneapolis, MN
Rivershore Aquariums stocks betta fish, axolotls, shrimp, invertebrates, corals, tetras, aquarium plants and freshwater & saltwater fish for sale in Minneapolis, MN. As an aquarium store serving Minneapolis, MN, it also carries fish food and aquarium equipment and offers aquarium consultations, aquarium setup, aquascaping and water testing.
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Highlights
What makes them special
- Standout aquatic plant selection with hardscape, driftwood, purple slate substrate, and a dedicated aquascaping design area
- Freshwater livestock including bettas, axolotls, corydoras, rasboras, shrimp, and long-finned neon tetras
- Growing saltwater side with a large saltwater display tank and unique corals alongside the freshwater stock
- Immaculately clean, calming modern store with benches in front of tanks and a disco ball overhead
- Expert owner Dan (former A World of Fish veteran) plus staff like Chase and Jamie give unhurried, no-pressure consultations
From keepers
Customer reviews
“Nice setup. Nice displays.”
— John Marshall5.0a day ago“Super clean fish store. I highly reccomend! I drove almost an hour for snails because all the other pet stores I found had like a million dead snail shells in the tanks. No issues, and i would do it again”
— Dakota Cron5.05 days ago“Amazing store with knowledgeable staff. I think the prices are fair. I have had no issues with the fish or plants I have bought.”
— Caden Fisher5.0a week ago“Great selection, healthy stock, friendly staff. My favorite aquarium store by far. Check out the huge saltwater tank they maintain in the dispensary below the store!”
— Cassie5.0a week ago“Kind staff and very helpful. I came it with an idea but not sure how to execute it. Employees were happy to share their knowledge I left with a plan and am excited to get fish next time I’m in!”
— Katherine Furleigh (Kat)5.0a week ago“Very helpful employees, reasonable prices, wish it was a bigger space”
— Autumn Schloer4.02 weeks ago“I stumbled across this wonderful little local shop during my travels and it is an absolute hidden gem for anyone who loves aquatic life. The shop is incredibly clean and all the tanks are beautifully maintained with pristine water and healthy active fish swimming around. They have a fantastic selection of colorful exotic fish, live plants, and unique corals that you do not always see at standard pet stores. The owner was super friendly and eager to chat, taking the time to share helpful advice about tank setups and maintenance without trying to aggressively upsell anything. It is a fantastic independent spot that clearly puts a lot of passion into what they do and it is definitely worth checking out if you are in the area.”
— Apsana Arrahman5.02 weeks ago“Great place to get your fish. Everyone knows their stuff and more!”
— Jack Hanson5.03 weeks ago“Beautiful store, friendly and helpful staff. I love their aquarium plant selection! The tanks are so pretty and it's cool to see all thd products they have available.”
— L D5.03 weeks ago“The best aquarium store I’ve been to in Minneapolis. I love seeing staff and other customers get super nerdy together. Super fun.”
— Trygve Ackerman4.03 weeks ago
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Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (612) 315-3946 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting Rivershore Aquariums.