About
Aquarium Paradise has built a devoted following across the South Sound, and a single visit to this family-owned aquarium store in Lakewood, WA explains why. , hold court as unofficial floor managers. Owner Dom (Dominic) and team members like Lindsey, Dante, and Jake are the heart of the place; reviewers repeatedly describe staff who ask about your tank size and experience level before selling you anything, steering customers away from fish that won't get along.
The store runs deep on both freshwater and saltwater. Freshwater is the real strength here — cichlids and monster fish are the headline draw, with bichirs that pull in admirers, alongside nano fish, shrimp, plecos, livebearers like guppies, and a growing wall of live plants that now includes emersed varieties meant to grow up and out of the tank. On the saltwater side you'll find a frag rack of corals and cycled live rock for reef builds.
If you're after a Halfmoon betta, a healthy cichlid, or your first community fish for sale in Lakewood, WA, this is the shop locals trust. New shipments arrive midweek and move fast, so customers call ahead to learn what landed; the crew will also special-order specific livestock when they can. You'll find one of the area's best selections of larger tanks and stands too, plus food, dry goods, and the everyday supplies that keep a tank running.
Prices run a touch above the big-box chains, but the trade-off is fish that reach home healthy, pest-free plants, and honest, fish-first advice. For a freshwater community tank, a reef setup, or a cichlid display anywhere near Lakewood, Aquarium Paradise is the local aquarium store that keeps earning repeat visits.
What they offer
Fish & livestock for sale at Aquarium Paradise in Lakewood, WA
Aquarium Paradise stocks corals, reef fish, cichlids, shrimp, angelfish, betta fish, plecos, livebearers, aquarium plants and freshwater & saltwater fish for sale in Lakewood, WA. As an aquarium store serving Lakewood, WA, it also carries aquarium equipment and fish food and offers tank maintenance, aquarium setup, water testing, aquarium consultations and fish quarantine.
- Livestock & products
- CoralsReefCichlidsLive PlantsShrimpAngelfishBettasPlecosLivebearersRare SpeciesLive RockAquarium EquipmentFish Food
- Specializes in
Highlights
What makes them special
- Family-owned Lakewood aquarium store where owner Dom and staff like Lindsey, Dante, and Jake match fish to your tank size and experience
- Freshwater strength in cichlids, monster fish, and bichirs, plus nano fish, shrimp, plecos, and livebearers
- Saltwater section with a coral frag rack and cycled live rock for reef builds
- One of the area's best selections of larger tanks and stands, with special orders available
- Midweek shipments that sell fast; resident shop cats Kiki and Ike Jr. greet visitors
From keepers
Customer reviews
“Cool store and great selection”
— andrew blanchard5.04 days ago“my favorite fish store!”
— kellie5.02 weeks ago“This place isn't very kind or helpful. I don't ever feel comfortable going in, and whenever I take my time to browse, the employees treat me like Im stealing. I've never stolen, and I've been in multiple times, and I've spent money each time. I don't enjoy the owner's vibe, and all the worker's are outright so rude. There is one girl who works there who is the only kind person in that whole store. Everytime I come in and see the boss is there I just want to turn around and leave since he just sucks.”
— Everest C1.02 weeks ago“Helpful staff. Nice selection of fish and supplies”
— Cece5.0a month ago“Friendly knowledgeable staff. Call ahead and find out what day their shipments are for what you are looking for because they sell stuff very fast”
— AJ Brumfield5.0a month ago“Service is good they have a largest assortment of the most healthy fish I've ever seen. I always make sure to give the cat some love”
— Kayla tallmage5.0a month ago“Super friendly and helpful.”
— Dj5.0a month ago“Very knowledgeable and helpful staff. Inventory goes quick, but they will special order for you anytime.”
— Jason White5.0a month ago“This store is AWESOME! DOMINIC AND HIS STAFF ARE KNOWLEDGE, FRIENDLY, HELPFUL&PROFESSIONAL!! GREAT PLACE FOR ALL YOUR AQUARIUM NEEDS!! MAKE SURE YOU SAY HELLO TO IKE JR!😃”
— Kathryn Leffman5.0a month ago“Aquarium Paradise is like no aquarium store I have ever visited. The people that work there are very knowledgeable and deeply care about what they’re selling, and make sure that it’s right for you. They spend the time to ask you questions, and make sure the fish and the products match with your lifestyle and level of experience. I actually originally came to the store and asked them about my turtle. I cannot begin to explain how much they have helped her have a better life! While that is not typically something that they deal with all the time, they made sure to find out, and verify the information for me. I virtually cannot imagine going to any other aquarium store for help with my turtle. I see how they treat every customer, and it’s wonderful. I would highly suggest visiting them for a peaceful time around the fish, and to gain terrific knowledge and expertise from the team there….. As well as quality products and fish. Special shout out to Dom the caring owner, and expert Team Member Lindsey, who is beyond fantastic both🙂 personally and professionally.”
— Jet Haggerty5.02 months ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (253) 584-3474 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting Aquarium Paradise.