








Tucked away in rural Dunn, North Carolina, Taylor's Aquarium operates out of a building that — from the outside — looks more like an abandoned convenience store than a thriving fish shop. But step through the door and you'll find a well-curated local fish store that draws customers from as far as Fayetteville, many of whom say the drive is absolutely worth it. The shop carries both freshwater and saltwater fish across clean, well-maintained tanks.
Customers have walked out happy with Jaguar cichlids, Corydoras catfish, clownfish, and vibrant bettas displayed in what reviewers describe as an eye-catching setup. Live plants and corals round out the livestock selection, and new inventory arrives weekly — something the store announces through Facebook restock updates that have built a loyal following. Owner David Taylor and his family, including his granddaughter who helps on the floor, run the kind of operation where staff will spend real time with you.
Multiple reviewers mention being walked through the entire process of setting up a saltwater aquarium, learning about filtration, bubblers, oxygenation, and plant care. For newcomers to the hobby, that patient, pressure-free education is a major draw. If Taylor doesn't have a specific fish or product in stock, he'll take your number and special order it — a flexibility that big-box stores simply don't offer.
The supply side covers tanks, gravel, decorations, cleaners, and staples like Seachem Prime and Stability. There's even a small reptile section for anyone in a pinch. Prices consistently undercut the chain pet stores, which reviewers note repeatedly.
Taylor's also supports local breeders by purchasing fish from them for in-store stock, keeping the hobby community connected. It's a family-run shop with genuine expertise, fair pricing, and livestock that customers report arriving home healthy and thriving. For aquarium hobbyists in the Dunn area and beyond, this unassuming little store has become the go-to destination.
Tiffany Sessoms
4 reviews
Fantastic staff and very healthy fish!
cameron hoffman
3 reviews
Great selection of fish big and small, along with very nice people running the place. Thank you for my Jaguar cichlid!! He’s doing great in the Aquarium!!
B. Faircloth
11 reviews
Nice change of pace from chain retail stores . Had a decent variety
afterglow 2020
11 reviews
Great and knowledgeable people. I highly recommend . They take the time to talk and explain things. Im new to saltwater fish and it is awesome to have someone to help me with my new saltwater aquarium 😁
Claudia
20 reviews
Fish are healthy and well taken care of unlike major chain pet stores like PetSmart ECT if you looking healthy fish id highly recommend
Laura Hodson
93 reviews
Great little hole in the wall fish place. Nice variety especially considering rural area, well worth the impromptu trip
Brittany Howard
28 reviews
Extremely helpful. Listens and cares about his customers and helping them with their aquarium needs. Highly recommend.
Point Zero
12 reviews
Reviews didn't lie staff were amazing and that have a ton of options of fish to choose from and ghere prices are pretty good to
Judy Kell
20 reviews
This is the best aquarium shop around. Love the staff, super clean and healthy fish.
Danny Alford
97 reviews
Very informative good selection of fish and great service
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590 N Spring Branch Rd, Dunn, NC 28334
February 7, 2026
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