--- type: store name: "Aquatopia of Bend" city: "Bend" state: "OR" rating: 4.8 reviews: 486 url: https://www.fishstores.org/oregon/bend/aquatopia-of-bend --- # Aquatopia of Bend Fish store in Bend, Oregon - **Address**: 324 NE 3rd St, Bend, OR 97701, Bend, OR, 97701 - **Phone**: (541) 613-4599 - **Rating**: 4.8/5 (486 reviews) ## Hours | Day | Hours | | --- | --- | | Monday | 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM | | Tuesday | 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM | | Wednesday | 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM | | Thursday | 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM | | Friday | 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM | | Saturday | 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM | | Sunday | 11:00 AM – 5:00 PM | ## About Aquatopia of Bend has earned its reputation as the go-to aquatics destination in Central Oregon through years of genuine community connection and consistently healthy livestock. This family-operated shop in Bend, Oregon stocks both freshwater and saltwater fish alongside a generous selection of aquarium plants and axolotls, making it a well-rounded stop for hobbyists with diverse interests. Walk in and you'll immediately notice the care that goes into maintaining the tanks — fish are healthy, well-kept, and acclimate reliably to home setups according to long-time customers who've purchased from the store over several years. The live plant selection stands out for a shop of this size, giving planted-tank enthusiasts plenty to browse. Saltwater reef hobbyists will find stock worth the trip as well. What truly sets Aquatopia apart is its people. The staff are consistently praised for their willingness to spend real time with customers, answering questions — even lots of them — with patience and genuine enthusiasm. They source livestock locally when possible, reinforcing the shop's deep roots in the Bend community. It's clearly a labor of love, and that passion shows in everything from the condition of the tanks to the conversations at the counter. A small note: while the axolotl offerings draw plenty of interest, at least one customer flagged receiving outdated care information for these sensitive amphibians. It's a minor blemish on an otherwise stellar track record, and a reminder that doing your own research always pays off. Pricing is fair across the board, and the atmosphere is warm and welcoming — the kind of place where you pop in for a bag of food and leave an hour later having learned something new. For anyone keeping aquariums in Central Oregon, Aquatopia is the real deal: community-minded, livestock-focused, and run by people who clearly love what they do. ## Specializations - **Water Types**: Freshwater, Saltwater - **Livestock & Products**: Axolotls, Live Plants, Reef - **Services**: Consultation - **Known For**: Reptiles & Amphibians, Premium Equipment, Knowledgeable Staff, Beginner Friendly, Healthy Fish ## Highlights - Family-operated shop with deep roots in the Central Oregon community - Wide selection of healthy freshwater and saltwater fish - Notable live aquarium plant inventory - Axolotls regularly in stock - Sources livestock from local suppliers ## Customer Reviews **"Hammer Ranch"** - 5/5 - 2 weeks ago > Friendly family operated store. Very knowledgeable to help newbies. Highly recommend **"Kylie Dummitt"** - 5/5 - 2 weeks ago > Very helpful and knowledgeable staff. They’re always eager to help and answer questions **"Philip Andersen"** - 5/5 - a month ago > Great selection of fish, both freshwater and saltwater. Lots of aquarium plants, axolotls, **"Hudson Lewis"** - 5/5 - Edited 4 months ago > Very kind experienced staff that goes out of their way to help. **"Nathan"** - 5/5 - 4 months ago > This fish shop is a treasure of Central Oregon. I've now shopped here multiple times over several years. All the fish I've gotten have acclimated well, and every single person I talked to that works here is knowledgeable and helpful. Aquatopia is a labor of love, and that love shines through every inch of this place. **"Ram de la Cerna"** - 5/5 - 5 months ago > Helped me a lot ❤️ **"Amelia Heikkila"** - 4/5 - 7 months ago > I love this store! Since I had found out about it last year, I want to go every time I come to bend. They seem to take great care of their fish and have some interesting fish. The only thing is, I was told some not up to date info about axolotls. I know not everyone can know everything about every creature but since you do sell them I would hope your employees would know their care requirements. If I had listened to this employee, my axolotl definitely wouldn't be as healthy. **"Joellee Davis"** - 5/5 - 7 months ago > This is by far the best place for aquarium and aquatics in Central Oregon. The staff are extremely knowledgeable and friendly. They’re always there to answer all of my questions; and I ask a LOT of questions. They genuinely care for their livestock and the Bend community. They buy from local sources. This store is the most shop local store you can find. 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