--- type: store name: "Aquatics & Exotics" city: "Cincinnati" state: "OH" rating: 4.4 reviews: 498 url: https://www.fishstores.org/ohio/cincinnati/aquatics-and-exotics --- # Aquatics & Exotics Fish store in Cincinnati, Ohio - **Address**: 7513 Hamilton Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45231, Cincinnati, OH, 45231 - **Phone**: (513) 521-5500 - **Website**: [www.aquaticsandexotics.com/](http://www.aquaticsandexotics.com/) - **Rating**: 4.4/5 (498 reviews) ## Hours | Day | Hours | | --- | --- | | Monday | 12:00 – 8:00 PM | | Tuesday | Closed | | Wednesday | 12:00 – 8:00 PM | | Thursday | Closed | | Friday | 12:00 – 8:00 PM | | Saturday | 11:00 AM – 6:00 PM | | Sunday | Closed | ## About Walk into Aquatics & Exotics in Cincinnati and the first thing that grabs you is the shark tank in the back of the store — a massive display that draws kids, hobbyists, and curious passersby alike. Shark feedings happen at 2:30 PM on Saturdays, and it's exactly the kind of spectacle that sets this shop apart from anything else in the Cincinnati-NKY area. Alongside the sharks, you'll find a grouper, parrots, turtles, and an impressive roster of exotic aquatic species that you simply won't see at big-box pet stores. The cichlid selection here earns particular praise from serious collectors, with one reviewer who owns over 40 tanks calling it their go-to location for all hobby needs. But Aquatics & Exotics isn't just about rare and flashy species. They stock live plants and the staff — especially Sky and Dom, two names that come up repeatedly — will actually teach you how to keep them alive. Sky once corrected a customer's planting technique on a species that had failed from a chain store, explaining that burying the roots would cause rot. That plant is now thriving. The service side of the operation is equally impressive. Trevor handled a full 55-gallon tank delivery up twisting stairs, transferred fish, performed a water change, and completed the entire setup in under 35 minutes. They offer aquarium cleaning services, consultations, and the kind of disease diagnosis that saves fish lives — Sky identified a bacterial-turned-fungal infection from a short video clip when a customer had been mistreating for ich. What resonates most across nearly 500 reviews is the genuine care for animal welfare. The store closes every other day, reportedly for water changes and maintenance, and the tanks are consistently described as clean with healthy fish. Staff won't just sell you whatever — they'll redirect you to what actually works for your setup. One customer walked in looking for specific fish and left with something completely different, happier for the guidance. Albino plecos, saltwater species, freshwater community fish — the selection runs deep, and the prices stay fair. ## Specializations - **Water Types**: Freshwater, Saltwater - **Livestock & Products**: Cichlids, Live Plants, Plecos, Rare Species, Medications - **Services**: Tank Maintenance, Tank Setup, Tank Cleaning, Consultation, Delivery - **Known For**: Knowledgeable Staff, Great Selection ## Highlights - Live shark tank with Saturday feedings at 2:30 PM - Outstanding cichlid selection praised as best in Cincinnati-NKY - Full tank delivery, setup, and cleaning services including 55-gallon installs - Staff provides fish disease diagnosis and plant care consultations - Exotic species including sharks, grouper, parrots, and turtles ## Customer Reviews **"Sam"** - 4/5 - 3 weeks ago > The staff was extremely knowledgeable. They were able to answer all my aquarium related questions. **"nicki keen"** - 5/5 - 3 weeks ago > Wow, this place is the real deal! Huge selection, large store, and centrally located. But the reason for this review is because of the people running the place. All of them very knowledgeable and just happy to be there. Genuinely an atmosphere of love for aquatics! While there you feel part of the family and all their enthusiasm is contagious. I will refer anyone that is interested in fish to definitely go to Aquatics & Exotics in the future. **"Brandon Gary"** - 5/5 - a month ago > What a great store. The fish selection is excellent and the staff/ownership have always been great to work with. They know their space if you listen to them you'll have a great experience! **"Bill Rocklin"** - 5/5 - 2 months ago > You can't beat this place! Great selection, knowledgeable staff, and they offer an aquarium cleaning service! **"Kimberly J."** - 5/5 - 2 months ago > Great Place To Purchase And Consult With This Wonderful Staff! 🐬🦀🐟🐟. 👍🐟 **"bond woman"** - 5/5 - 3 months ago > Dominic was very kind and helpful. The shark tank was cool! **"Heather Arnold"** - 5/5 - 3 months ago > The place is absolutely awesome! Very knowledgeable **"Karen Sutton"** - 5/5 - 4 months ago > Cool place **"Josie Rose"** - 5/5 - 4 months ago > The workers were very friendly and knowledgeable. The tanks were clean and have a lot of different types of fish you don't normally see. One of the best fish shops I have been to. **"Vincente Benedett"** - 5/5 - 4 months ago > Best aquarium shop in the area! ## Nearby Stores - [Blue Hook Aquatics](https://www.fishstores.org/ohio/cincinnati/blue-hook-aquatics) - Cincinnati, OH - 4.8/5 - [Fish World Aquarium](https://www.fishstores.org/ohio/cincinnati/fish-world-aquarium) - Cincinnati, OH - 4.8/5 - [Finspiration Aquatics](https://www.fishstores.org/ohio/cincinnati/finspiration-aquatics) - Cincinnati, OH - 4.7/5 - [Monfort Aquarium & Pet](https://www.fishstores.org/ohio/cincinnati/monfort-aquarium-and-pet) - Cincinnati, OH - 4.5/5 - [Method Aquatics](https://www.fishstores.org/ohio/toledo/method-aquatics) - Toledo, OH - 5.0/5 - [Agnoquatics](https://www.fishstores.org/ohio/broadview-heights/agnoquatics) - Broadview Heights, OH - 4.9/5 --- *Source: [FishStores.org](https://www.fishstores.org/ohio/cincinnati/aquatics-and-exotics)* *Last updated: February 7, 2026*