About
Ocean Gallery is a North Plainfield, New Jersey aquarium store on Route 22 that has built a tri-state following on the strength of its enormous livestock selection. On the saltwater side, hobbyists single out a well-stocked coral section and healthy clownfish, making it a go-to spot for corals and reef fish for sale in North Plainfield, NJ — and the staff are known for walking first-timers through their initial reef and saltwater tank setups. The freshwater room runs just as deep.
You'll find African cichlids and mbuna for sale, along with catfish, freshwater stingrays, and a rotating mix of tropical fish that keeps regulars coming back week after week. Beginners can pick from a solid selection of betta fish, while planted-tank keepers come for the live aquarium plants — reviewers describe them as lush and vibrant — plus aquascaping stone like dragon stone. Aquarium shrimp, snails, and other invertebrates round out the live offerings, and the team will place special orders for rare and hard-to-find species at competitive prices.
Beyond livestock, Ocean Gallery stocks the dry goods to back it up: aquarium equipment, filtration, fish food, and supplies to outfit tanks of any size. The owner, Joe, and his staff earn consistent praise for patient, hands-on guidance — recommending compatible tank mates, talking through water chemistry, and helping with both new and established setups rather than rushing a sale. 4-star rating across 100 reviews, healthy stock, and weekday hours until 8pm, Ocean Gallery has the feel of a genuine community fish shop rather than a chain.
If you're searching for a fish store in North Plainfield, NJ — or an aquarium store stocking corals, African cichlids, catfish, and live aquarium plants for sale near you — this Route 22 destination is worth the drive.
What they offer
Fish & livestock for sale at Ocean Gallery in North Plainfield, NJ
Ocean Gallery stocks corals, African cichlids, shrimp, invertebrates, clownfish, catfish, rare and hard-to-find species, aquarium plants and freshwater & saltwater fish for sale in North Plainfield, NJ. As an aquarium store serving North Plainfield, NJ, it also carries aquarium equipment and fish food and offers aquarium consultations.
- Livestock & products
- CoralsAfrican CichlidsLive PlantsShrimpInvertebratesClownfishCatfishRare SpeciesAquarium EquipmentFish Food
- Services
- Specializes in
Highlights
What makes them special
- Massive selection of freshwater and saltwater fish including stingrays, African cichlids, and catfish
- Well-stocked coral section praised by saltwater hobbyists
- Staff will place special orders for specific species at competitive prices
- Knowledgeable team offers hands-on guidance for first-time saltwater tank setups
- Conveniently located on Route 22 with evening hours until 8pm on weekdays
From keepers
Customer reviews
“WE LOVE IT HERE!!!! we have been coming here since I was very young and refused to stay anywhere else. It is so clean private safe community very attentive staff and the pool is seconds from the condo and the beach.”
— Shannon Shaffer5.0a month ago“Always a good experience.”
— I'M GATI5.0a month ago“Super helpful staff, happy to educate! I started my first salwater set up with them, adopted our bunny from them, get our feeders for our snake from them. Kids love our weekly trips there. They get really excited, and the staff never made them feel as though their noise and nonsense are not welcome there!”
— April Lim5.0a month ago“Craig was really helpful with getting right size enclosure for my ball python. You rock dude 😎👍”
— Giovanny Neyra5.02 months ago“Great pet store, love the variety of fish!”
— Daniel Smith5.02 months ago“I get my fish and aquatic plants here. The staff are very knowledgeable and helpful!”
— Melissa B5.03 months ago“Decent stock of Freshwater fish. Even better stock of Salt water fish. Plenty of supplies for your aquarium needs. However, prices are a bit high. I spent $40 for 4 Ammano Shrimp! That's a bit over priced.”
— Amir Mohammed3.04 months ago“Very knowledgeable staff and great selection of animals. One of the biggest selection of reptiles in the area. Noah was really helpful and friendly. Would highly recommend.”
— Chris Ricci5.04 months ago“They are fantastic!!”
— Peter Schroeck5.04 months ago“Pregunta tienen tortugas ?”
— michael blanco5.04 months ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (908) 226-1100 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting Ocean Gallery.