About
Frank's Tanks has quietly built a devoted following among Fort Worth's saltwater community, and it's easy to see why. This compact, meticulously maintained shop on the west side of the DFW metroplex is laser-focused on reef keeping, stocking healthy marine fish, a well-curated coral selection, and the supplies needed to keep a saltwater system thriving. Walk in and the first thing you'll notice is how clean the tanks are — reviewers consistently point out the absence of pest algae, aiptasia, or any signs of disease in the livestock.
The store's namesake, Frank, is the driving force behind everything. With over 30 years of reef keeping experience, he's developed a reputation as one of the most knowledgeable saltwater aquarists in the area. He's also the inventor of F-Aiptasia, a proprietary product for eliminating pest anemones and unwanted coral growth that has earned fans well beyond Texas — one customer drove in from Lafayette, Louisiana specifically to meet him after following his YouTube channel.
Frank quarantines his fish before sale, a practice that earns significant trust from experienced reefers who've been burned by parasites from other shops. What sets Frank's Tanks apart from larger competitors is the personal investment. Frank takes time with every customer, walking newcomers through their first tank setup and helping veterans track down specific livestock through special orders.
If it's saltwater-related and not on the floor, he'll source it. Multiple reviewers describe leaving the store not just with fish and corals, but with a genuine education in reef husbandry. It's worth noting this is a saltwater-only operation — freshwater hobbyists won't find much here.
But for anyone running a reef tank in the DFW area, Frank's Tanks delivers exceptional coral at competitive prices, pest-free fish, and the kind of old-school, relationship-driven expertise that's increasingly hard to find in the hobby.
What they offer
Livestock, services, water
- Livestock & products
- Services
- Specializes in
Highlights
What makes them special
- All fish are quarantined before sale — a rarity among local fish stores
- Inventor and retailer of F-Aiptasia, a proprietary pest anemone treatment
- Immaculately clean tanks with no visible pests, parasites, or disease
- Competitive coral pricing with high-quality selection
- Owner Frank offers hands-on tank setup guidance and reef education
From keepers
Customer reviews
“Been shopping with frank for over 4 years ! Best shop in town”
— Shawn Robinson5.0a month ago“grat staff. frank is awesome..good local fish store. highly recommend”
— Brian Dunn5.03 months ago“Quality fish and service. Frank is the best.”
— Michael James5.05 months ago“Frank and his staff were very knowledgeable and didn't make me and my wife feel stupid i will most definitely be going back for more fish and coral.”
— Pete Cruz5.05 months ago“Amazing owner, super clean tanks and store. Fish are healthy as can be. Will be back to get more fish and supplies shortly”
— Timothy Sprabary5.05 months ago“⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ We had such a great experience at Frank’s Tanks! Frank was incredibly friendly, helpful, and patient as we asked a ton of questions about setting up our new fish tank. He took the time to explain everything clearly and made us feel confident about getting started. You can tell he truly cares about his customers and their fish! Highly recommend Frank’s Tanks to anyone looking for expert advice and amazing service.”
— Samantha Carroll5.07 months ago“GREAT FISH! GREAT TANKS! THESE FISH ARE SO WELL CARED FOR AND YOU CAN TELL 🙏”
— kmay56125.011 months ago“This is my too go place to purchase healthy saltwater fish and food. Frank is trustworthy and honest.”
— Jeff Esquibel5.011 months ago“Frank helped get our new tank set up and we have been back multiple times since - service is nothing less than excellent! Frank is very informative and knowledgeable about the ins and outs of creating the perfect tank for you. We have been to multiple fish stores around town and he is the best in the area, hands down!! We are exclusively shopping here. If he doesn’t have what you need in stock, he will get it and will make sure you’re taken care of. Best customer service in the business. Thanks Frank!”
— kyle larson5.0a year ago“They mainly deal in saltwater fish. The service was very friendly.”
— Atlee Alan Walters4.0a year ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (817) 423-3474 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting Frank's Tanks.