About
Tucked into an unassuming storefront in Houston, FJW Aquarium has spent more than a decade building a reputation as one of the city's best saltwater shops — a local staple that regulars say punches far above its size. Owner Dennis runs a focused, saltwater-only operation, and reviewers are unanimous that the knowledge behind the counter is the real draw. He'll spend genuine time talking through water quality, coral compatibility, and livestock pairing before you ever buy, and longtime customers describe a store that stays remarkably well stocked.
" The coral wall is the centerpiece. Frags start around $10, and shoppers find healthy LPS colonies and collector pieces at prices many call reasonable for Houston. On the livestock side, you'll find clownfish, yellow tang, blue spotted jawfish, pistol shrimp dug straight out of live rock on request, and a full clean-up crew of invertebrates for sale in Houston, TX.
Reef keepers running coral-heavy tanks also appreciate the live copepods and live phytoplankton kept on hand. This is a true reef hobbyist's aquarium store, so the dry-goods and equipment side runs deep too: Neptune Apex controllers, Hanna Checkers with reagents, Red Sea products, RO/DI systems, and hardware spanning entry-level kits to professional-grade gear. Customers say that if Dennis doesn't have something, he can usually track it down quickly.
Searching for healthy corals or saltwater fish near me in Houston? FJW is a cornerstone of the local reef community — just note that hours can vary, so it's worth calling ahead before you drive out. For Houston's saltwater crowd, it remains the first stop where reef obsession meets patient, genuine expertise.
What they offer
Fish & livestock for sale at FJW Aquarium in Houston, TX
FJW Aquarium stocks corals, reef fish, clownfish, tangs, invertebrates, shrimp, live rock and saltwater fish for sale in Houston, TX. As an aquarium store serving Houston, TX, it also carries aquarium equipment and dry goods and offers aquarium consultations.
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Highlights
What makes them special
- Saltwater-only reef shop with coral frags starting around $10
- Stocks clownfish, yellow tang, blue spotted jawfish, pistol shrimp, and full clean-up crews
- Keeps live copepods and live phytoplankton on hand for reef tanks
- Equipment from Neptune Apex, Hanna, and Red Sea, plus RO/DI systems
- Owner Dennis known for deep saltwater knowledge and a consistently stocked store
From keepers
Customer reviews
“My son and I stopped by to check out FJW last week thinking it was both fresh water and saltwater. However, they specifically deal in saltwater aquarium supplies and care. Their stock is amazing! Prices are very reasonable and Dennis who we had the pleasure of talking with, was knowledgeable and friendly. He made a suggestion for a good freshwater aquarium store, but welcomed us to checkout all the tanks they had set up so that when we are ready for saltwater…we know where we will head to first. Thank you again Dennis.”
— Ruth Frank5.0a week ago“A local Houston staple. Don't be fooled by the exterior, this place has eye candy inside. Top notch for LPS and dry goods.”
— Sonny Carabes4.02 weeks ago“Owner is knowledgeable and friendly. Just let him know if keep freshwater exclusively as he only does Saltwater and will assume you do as well. Returns can only be done if you have the (PHYSICAL) original card paid with assuming you haven't opened it or if it's live fish.”
— Alonso Casas4.02 weeks ago“The best”
— Mario Lopez5.0a month ago“Dennis is recognized as the best in Houston for a wide range of aquatic products. He offers top-quality fish for saltwater and freshwater environments, catering to both amateur hobbyists and professional aquarists. Best. Highly Recommended.”
— Rashad Kennedy5.03 months ago“You can never depend on this shop. He has posted hours, but doesn’t follow him. It’s very disappointing as a customer to drive out to his store within his posted hours and it’s locked. It happens way too frequently here.”
— John Mier2.0a day ago“They have all sorts of fish that you can buy and they also turtles”
— Mary E. Francis5.0a month ago“A little pricey with the food was good.\nBetter than your average fast food.”
— Stuart Haese4.0a month ago“Easily the best saltwater aquarium store in Houston and there is a strong argument for being one of the best in the nation. Yes, its that good. Dennis, the owner, is amongst the most knowledge aquarist I know and his hardware inventory ranges from entry-level to professional caliber...and its usually in stock!!! If he doesn't have it, he can get it. Also, his livestock is fantastic. He regularly stocks beautiful (and healthy) corals and inverts, and his fish selection is equally impressive. I've been going there for over 10 years and in the odd cases where I've requested something really unusual, Dennis has not only found it, but usually got it in a short period of time. Can't say enough good things about FJW.”
— Julian5.02 months ago“New to the hobby and this was my first stop for a pair of clownfish. They're super healthy and got comfortable in their new home super fast. Store owner is extremely helpful and answered all of my questions. Definitely returning and I do recommend this store for your saltwater needs.”
— John Chargois5.02 months ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (281) 948-8803 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting FJW Aquarium.