About
Sea Level has spent years earning its place as Minnetonka's most-recommended freshwater fish store, the kind of shop where regulars make a weekly habit of stopping by just to see what's new and where one customer drives all the way in from Fargo. Tucked into a compact space the staff uses brilliantly, it's run by people who clearly love the hobby — owner John and a crew that includes Sam and Maverick are praised again and again for patient, honest guidance over any hard sell. The livestock is the draw.
Tanks stay clean and the fish stay healthy, with a rotating selection of freshwater species that long-time regulars say always has something fresh. 95 each — and you'll find panda corys and other catfish alongside a solid planted-tank section stocked with aquatic plants for sale in Minnetonka, MN. Whatever a customer needs, the team is known for tracking it down; one hobbyist with eight tanks at home says they'll special-order just about anything he asks for.
Beginners get the same care as veterans. Visitors arrive unsure how to keep a carnival-won goldfish or which algae-eater suits a small tank and leave with a real plan instead of an upsell — several recount being gently corrected after bad advice from chain pet stores. The shop also keeps a deep bench of dry goods, fish food, medications for tank emergencies, and an ever-changing stock of used aquariums and equipment at prices that keep budget-minded fishkeepers coming back.
It's a community-minded place, too: they'll take in surrendered fish no questions asked and have even rehomed an aggressive fish with a discount toward a replacement. 8 rating across more than 740 reviews, Sea Level remains the go-to freshwater fish store for aquarium hobbyists across the Minnetonka, MN area.
What they offer
Fish & livestock for sale at Sea Level in Minnetonka, MN
Sea Level stocks shrimp, catfish, goldfish, aquarium plants and freshwater fish for sale in Minnetonka, MN. As a fish store serving Minnetonka, MN, it also carries aquarium equipment, fish medications, dry goods and fish food and offers aquarium consultations and water testing.
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Highlights
What makes them special
- Freshwater shrimp specialty — blue, red, and black varieties around $7.95 each
- Owner John and staff (including Sam and Maverick) known for honest, no-upsell advice
- Will special-order almost any fish or supply a customer requests
- Ever-changing stock of used aquariums and equipment at budget-friendly prices
- Accepts surrendered fish no questions asked; clean tanks with healthy livestock
From keepers
Customer reviews
“Super awesome staff. They were patient and explained all of our questions”
— Gabriel King5.0a month ago“Absolutely amazing experience! The staff is so kind and extremely helpful! If there's anything aquarium related this is the place to go, they will order whatever you desire and work with you on your projects so that everyone goes home happy. We make it a priority to go once a week because they always have something new every time we go! Can't wait to see what might be there on next week's visit!”
— Sam Dahl5.0a month ago“Awesome, knowledgeable staff!”
— Mike Kotzer5.0a month ago“Great people and low prices”
— Justin Moreau5.0a month ago“Great experience. Went in looking for a fish that will eat algae and be ok in a very small tank. Staff was super helpful and knowledgeable.”
— Jennifer Wilson5.0a month ago“Great customer service, good advice of aquariums and fish species. Would always recommend this place”
— Jason Sweet5.02 months ago“First time visiting and will definitely be coming back again. Really kind and attentive staff. Very clean tanks and healthy fish. Reasonable prices.”
— Nisa Ruiz5.02 months ago“I've got 8 fish tanks and thay custom order anything I've asked them for. They have fantastic used tanks. And the fish are well taken care of. The owner is one of the coolest store owners I've ever met!”
— Beau Hohenstein5.0Edited 2 months ago“My sister and I love this place! If you’re a beginner or just getting into fishkeeping 🐠, this is the perfect spot. The staff are super knowledgeable, friendly, and always ready to help. The tanks are clean and well-maintained, and they offer a great variety of fish to choose from. Their price a great. We highly recommend checking it out.”
— Monica Phomsamouth5.02 months ago“Very enjoyable fish store with personable owners who love fish and have great advice about their care.”
— Erik E5.03 months ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (952) 933-2244 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting Sea Level.