About
Walk into 360 Aquatic in northwest Houston and the first thing you notice is the smell — or rather, the lack of one. The tanks are immaculate, the water crystal clear, and the fish practically glow with health. Owner Dan and his team have built something that draws hobbyists from New Orleans, from two hours away, from every corner of the greater Houston metro, all converging on a store that has earned an almost fanatical following.
The freshwater selection is staggering. Rows of bettas — including a sorority tank that makes choosing just one genuinely difficult — sit alongside Electric Blue Rams, plecos of every variety, cichlids, nano fish, and shrimp. One 19-year veteran of the hobby called it the most comprehensive freshwater inventory he'd seen in 30 years.
The live plant wall is equally impressive, complemented by driftwood and hardscape materials that make this a genuine one-stop shop for aquascaping enthusiasts. What separates 360 Aquatic from the pack is the care behind the curtain. They quarantine all incoming fish before putting them on the sales floor — a practice reviewers note is virtually unheard of among local fish stores.
The result: customer after customer reports zero sick fish, no hitchhiker snails, and livestock that thrives for years. One regular started with a single aquarium at 360 and now runs five, with 90% of his fish sourced here. The store stocks Aquarium Co-Op products — reportedly the only Houston retailer to do so — along with a solid selection of foods including fresh blackworms.
Prices stay honest; multiple long-time hobbyists specifically praise the fair markup on both livestock and supplies. Staff interactions feel genuinely invested. They'll walk you through fish compatibility, talk tank sizing, and share knowledge freely.
A new location is reportedly in the works, which should help ease the weekend crowds that pack the current shop. For freshwater fishkeeping in Houston, 360 Aquatic has set the standard.
What they offer
Livestock, services, water
- Livestock & products
- Services
- QuarantineConsultation
- Specializes in
Highlights
What makes them special
- Quarantines all fish before putting them on the sales floor
- Massive freshwater selection including nano fish, bettas, cichlids, plecos, and shrimp
- One of the only Houston retailers carrying Aquarium Co-Op products
- Extensive live plant and hardscape/driftwood inventory for aquascaping
- Sparkling clean tanks with consistently healthy, vibrant livestock
From keepers
Customer reviews
“Great place to buy fish.”
— Ted Tilley5.02 days ago“Went in for the first time picked out a betta staff was LOVELY and hes doing great 3 days later his colors were this bright as well when I picked him up and the entire store is so beautiful and CLEAN all I seen were healthy looking fish (his name is Sushi)”
— Faith P5.04 days ago“Lots and lots of vaireties of fish and the staff is knowledgeable and friendly. Can't wait to go back!”
— Kym Colette5.04 days ago“This store is amazing! Beautiful clean tanks and healthy livestock! The staff are the best, so knowledgeable and helpful! Im always looking for an excuse to go back. They have tons of plants and hardscape materials too.”
— Miranda Smith5.05 days ago“They have such a great selection of fish and shrimp. And alot of different food to choose from. 10/10”
— OMEGA Kimchi5.0a week ago“They are always so helpful! They have some of the freshest black worms 🪱.”
— Laura Rich5.0a week ago“I started with my first aquarium at 360 and ended up with 5! This is by far my favorite fish store for livestock. The staff is helpful and has guided me when I had questions about fish compatibility and size considerations based on my tank. I've shopped at at least 10 other fish stores around the greater Houston area, but I always come back to 360 because of the quality of their fish. I've purchased 90% of my fish from here and they've always been healthy. They get crowded on the weekends but that's a testament to how happy their customers are! I'm looking forward to their new location soon 😀”
— Marie Kennedy5.0a week ago“The tanks are always sparkling, and the fish look so vibrant and happy. It's a truly delightful spot with a great selection and super helpful staff.”
— Pamela Badall5.02 weeks ago“Great store I was able to find everything I was looking for”
— D Tuck5.03 weeks ago“Nice place”
— James T5.04 weeks ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (832) 365-1223 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting 360 Aquatic.