About
Agnoquatics has quietly become the fish store that aquarists across greater Cleveland measure every other shop against, with regulars happily driving 45 minutes to an hour to reach Broadview Heights. The reputation rests on the simple things done exceptionally well: immaculate, healthy tanks, fair prices, and owners who genuinely care about getting you set up right. Owner Alicia gets named again and again in recent visits — shoppers describe her as the kind of person who "won't let you buy the wrong thing or waste money," patiently walking newcomers through live plants, fish selection, and how to put a tank together.
Freshwater is the heart of the store. The live plant selection is widely called the best in the region, making this a go-to for anyone building or maintaining a planted tank, and the aquascaping guidance is a real draw. Beyond plants, you'll find a deep, often uncommon lineup: African cichlids for sale in Broadview Heights, OH — including red empress, OB morphs, and other vividly colored varieties — alongside plenty of plecos and easygoing community fish.
Nano keepers love the neocaridina shrimp, chili rasboras, and celestial pearl danios, while anyone hunting driftwood swears the store has an endless supply. The space is small but packed, a true quality-over-quantity, family-owned shop where the fish all seem to have personalities of their own. You can also pick up aquarium equipment and supplies, and the owners will even special-order a larger tank when you're ready to scale up.
One longtime customer reported buying more than fifty fish here without losing a single one — a track record that says everything about how the livestock is cared for before it goes home. For freshwater hobbyists after healthy fish, plants, and shrimp available in Broadview Heights, OH, Agnoquatics is the kind of local fish store people drive across the metro for — and keep coming back to.
What they offer
Fish & livestock for sale at Agnoquatics in Broadview Heights, OH
Agnoquatics stocks shrimp, cichlids, African cichlids, plecos, invertebrates, rare and hard-to-find species, aquarium plants and freshwater fish for sale in Broadview Heights, OH. As a fish store serving Broadview Heights, OH, it also carries aquarium equipment and offers aquarium consultations and aquascaping.
- Livestock & products
- Live PlantsPlanted TanksShrimpCichlidsAfrican CichlidsPlecosInvertebratesRare SpeciesAquarium Equipment
- Services
- Specializes in
Highlights
What makes them special
- Owner Alicia patiently guides newcomers through live plants, fish selection, and tank setup
- Aquatic plant selection widely praised as the best in the Cleveland region, with strong aquascaping help
- Deep African cichlid lineup — red empress, OB morphs and more — plus plenty of plecos and community fish
- Nano favorites like neocaridina shrimp, chili rasboras, and celestial pearl danios, plus an endless driftwood supply
- Immaculate tanks and healthy livestock; one customer bought 50+ fish here with zero losses
From keepers
Customer reviews
“This is one of the best stores in Cleveland, the owner is extremely helpful and won't let you buy the wrong thing or waste money. She helped me figure out how to put together a uniquely figured tank. This place is awesome! Especially for plants and aqua escaping.”
— Christine Anne5.02 weeks ago“Such friendly staff and beautiful staff, including some I’ve never seen before in person.”
— Maddy Stanley5.03 weeks ago“The owners are outstanding. Alicia (may have spelled her name wrong) just goes above and beyond. We’ve been there about 4 times and they take such good care every time. Helpful and educational! Very much appreciated.”
— Tristyn Gillum5.03 weeks ago“Very friendly and knowledgeable Fish store”
— Reaper5.03 weeks ago“Great selection with uncommon fish and good prices”
— Tayler Jusko5.0a month ago“I was impressed”
— Greg Liddle Sr.5.0a month ago“Really nice place”
— Jorge Acosta5.0a month ago“Amazing selection, great employees, great service. Would highly recommend 👌🏻 👍🏻 👏🏻”
— Kirk Buente5.0a month ago“Surprised it took my so long to write this review. The owners are very nice. Nice selection of healthy fish. Clean environment. 10/10. The store inside is small but packed. This place screams quality over quantity”
— Mat Sinz5.02 months ago“I am so happy I found Agnoquatics which is down the street from where I live. I am at the very start of trying to pick out a fish tank. The owner has been nothing but wonderful when I ask questions. She has taught me a great deal about live plants, different types of fish, and so much more. Her dog is really cute!”
— Allison Kelades5.02 months ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call ahead to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting Agnoquatics.