About
All Things Aquariums in Wilsonville, Oregon occupies a unique niche as a dedicated fish store serving the southern Portland metro area. Under the direction of owner Alissa, who took over the shop and has been making steady improvements, the store offers a notably strong saltwater selection — corals, reef fish, and marine invertebrates fill tanks throughout the space — alongside a solid freshwater inventory that goes well beyond the big-box basics. The saltwater side is the clear standout.
Multiple reviewers describe the coral selection and marine fish variety as impressive, and the store stocks dosing supplies and reef-specific equipment to match. On the freshwater side, customers have walked out happy with pea puffers, rummy nose tetras, Malaysian trumpet snails, hillstream loaches, and female bettas — all reportedly healthy and thriving. The guppy selection deserves special mention: these aren't your typical chain-store guppies, but large, colorful specimens including dumbo guppies and other livebearers that draw buyers from well outside Wilsonville.
The store also carries floating plants, aquarium plants, water treatment products, fish food, and filtration equipment, making it a reasonable one-stop shop for hobbyists who prefer to buy local rather than order online. The owner has earned a loyal following for her willingness to answer questions at length, take in surplus livestock like mystery snail offspring, and share practical fishkeeping advice. It's worth noting that some reviews mention tank cleanliness issues and occasional customer service inconsistencies, likely reflecting the store's transition period under new ownership.
But the trajectory is clearly upward, and the majority of visitors report healthy fish, fair pricing, and a genuine enthusiasm from staff that makes the drive worthwhile. For aquarists in the Wilsonville area — or anyone tired of fighting Portland traffic to reach other local fish stores — All Things Aquariums delivers real variety, personal attention, and the kind of hands-on experience where you can actually see your fish before they go home with you.
What they offer
Livestock, services, water
- Livestock & products
- Services
- Consultation
- Specializes in
Highlights
What makes them special
- Strong saltwater and coral selection with reef tank supplies and dosing products
- Uncommon freshwater fish including pea puffers, hillstream loaches, and high-quality guppies
- New owner Alissa actively improving the store and providing hands-on fishkeeping advice
- Local alternative to Portland-area fish stores with competitive pricing
- Carries live plants, water treatments, and filtration equipment alongside livestock
From keepers
Customer reviews
“Amazing under new owner she knows her stuff highly recommended”
— Erik Lopez5.03 weeks ago“Went in for the first time and the owner is so nice! She answered all of my questions, was super sweet and took her time explaining everything! Will be coming here from now on!”
— Catalina Tello5.0a month ago“First I have to apologize because we didn’t see the sign that said no food/drinks and my son snacked the entire time we were in there. The owner was so nice I can’t believe she didn’t say anything! We weren’t even customers, my son is just fascinated by fish tanks and anything underwater, so we thought it’d be neat to pop in here. The variety of fish is truly amazing, but even more amazing is the quality of service. You are in excellent hands with this new owner :)”
— Katie5.0a month ago“Nice owner! Great selection. Decent prices. Support small and local businesses!”
— Melody5.0a month ago“Great fish store”
— ICEMAN Mcpherson5.02 months ago“I like the changes the new owner is making.”
— Erik Osborne5.03 months ago“The new owner is quite knowledgeable and friendly. She is working hard to get the store back into good shape. I have visited there twice this past month. I glad a found it. We are well pleased with the fish and other products we purchased. I hope the community supports this business. All things Aquariums is a good place to enjoy and learn from the owners experience. Thank you”
— Teressa Garrett5.03 months ago“Great place with a huge selection of saltwater (and freshwater) critters and supplies. Helpful, knowledgeable and friendly owner too! I will make the shop a must visit when I'm on that side of town!”
— Eric Chadwick5.03 months ago“Have loved coming to this place over the years. Alissa just took over and I'm excited to see where she takes it!”
— John Dinub5.04 months ago“Fish are pretty beat up”
— Brittany Murray2.06 months ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (503) 570-2781 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting All Things Aquariums.