About
Tucked into a Brooklyn neighborhood, Fish Addicts NYC has quickly become a go-to aquarium destination for local fishkeepers who are tired of the big-box experience. The store stocks a genuinely diverse range of livestock spanning freshwater, brackish, and a growing saltwater section — one that the manager has confirmed will expand further with a planned relocation. What sets this shop apart is the depth of its cichlid selection: reviewers call it the best cichlid spot in Brooklyn, stocking everything from green terrors and flowerhorns to Lake Malawi species.
Fancy guppies, pacus, feeder goldfish, and a solid assortment of live aquarium plants round out the inventory. The staff — Crystal's name comes up repeatedly — earn genuine affection from customers. They'll walk you through tank setup from scratch, explain compatibility before you impulse-buy, and even help troubleshoot a sick fish you bought somewhere else.
One reviewer credits them with saving a PetSmart rescue. That kind of attentive, honest guidance is the store's real currency, and it shows in the loyalty of regulars who stop in every other week just to see what's new. The shop itself is clean and well-organized, with aquariums that reviewers consistently describe as spotless and fish that display strong, deep coloring — a telltale sign of proper care and feeding.
Supplies and substrate are available alongside the livestock, making it a practical one-stop for both new setups and restocks. One family even credits Fish Addicts with helping them build and maintain a large home aquarium over several years, and they're now eyeing a 200-gallon upgrade. Prices run slightly higher than chain stores, which multiple reviewers note but seem happy to pay for healthier animals and real expertise.
For Brooklyn fishkeepers who want cichlids with character, live plants for a new planted tank, or simply a shop where the staff remembers your name and your tank size, Fish Addicts NYC delivers a personal, hobbyist-driven experience that the big retailers can't touch.
What they offer
Livestock, services, water
- Livestock & products
- Services
- ConsultationTank Setup
- Specializes in
Highlights
What makes them special
- Considered Brooklyn's best cichlid selection — green terrors, flowerhorns, Lake Malawi species
- Stocks freshwater, brackish, and an expanding saltwater section
- Live aquarium plants readily available for planted tank setups
- Staff provides hands-on consultation for tank setup and fish compatibility
- Clean, well-maintained aquariums with visibly healthy, vibrant fish
From keepers
Customer reviews
“Staff is amazing, friendly, and helpful. They are very knowledgeable about fish and will tell me if what I’m asking about will work in my tank or not. They’re also really nice”
— Aryeh Itzkowitz5.05 days ago“Nice selection, very helpful staff, a bit pricier than other pet stores.”
— Amin4.02 weeks ago“I just started buying my fishes from this location and they are beautiful and healthy 🐠🐟🐠”
— Edwin Colon5.0Edited a month ago“First time visiting and happy to find that they had most of the plants I was looking to get for my new tank. Crystal was very nice and helpful, and took her time to help me understand how to set up my tank. Some great fish and animal here. Will visit again and def recommend.”
— Taimoor A.5.03 months ago“They can seriously mislead customers to make a sale and put the animals lives in danger. It's really concerning.”
— M Eron2.03 months ago“I love this fish store they are so attentive and they actually care about their fish they taught me how to care for my fish. This is quality”
— Amillion Indaira5.05 months ago“Just happened to pass by , didn't even know this pet store existed.I enquired about some information about a little turtle that a friend gave me to take care of.The young lady at this establishment was kind enough to let me know what I might need to better take care of the turtle.So if you are a pet lover this is definitely the place to be.Very friendly and kind staff.”
— Russell Pierre5.05 months ago“Nitce staff, good prices plenty of fishes to choose from”
— Naveed Aalam5.06 months ago“Amazing selection of fish and animals. The staff members are nice and informative.”
— Don Greene5.07 months ago“Very nice place and lots of animals. They didn't have what I wanted but said they might be able to get it.”
— Yakub Shimunov5.08 months ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (347) 462-2898 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting FISH ADDICTS NYC.