About
Best Fish in Milwaukee has built a loyal following over nearly two decades, and it's easy to see why. The store carries a massive selection of both freshwater and saltwater fish, with reviewers regularly singling out their coral frags as some of the best-priced in the area. Live rock is readily available, and the saltwater reef inventory draws hobbyists from over an hour away — some of whom check the store's online stock list before making the drive.
The freshwater side holds its own, with customers noting exotic and unusual specimens that aren't found at competing Milwaukee shops. " The store stocks supplies and equipment for both freshwater and saltwater setups, making it a practical one-stop shop for the hobby. Staff knowledge is a consistent theme across reviews.
Mark, the owner, and his team have helped customers pick out their first corals and explained care requirements in detail. Multiple reviewers mention feeling genuinely guided rather than sold to, and at least one customer was able to return fish they could no longer keep — a small gesture that speaks to the store's relationship with its community. The shop's resident dog adds a distinctly welcoming touch.
It's worth noting that the store has been going through a transition period, with plans to relocate. Some recent visitors found reduced inventory and a store in flux, and at least one customer had a seriously negative experience with gift card resolution during this uncertain time. Prospective visitors should check current hours and availability before making the trip.
When fully stocked, Best Fish delivers competitive pricing, a deep coral and fish selection, and the kind of passionate expertise that makes a local fish store irreplaceable. For Milwaukee aquarists maintaining reef tanks or freshwater setups, it has been a cornerstone of the hobby community for years.
What they offer
Fish & livestock for sale at Best Fish in Milwaukee, WI
Best Fish stocks corals, reef fish, live rock, rare and hard-to-find species and freshwater & saltwater fish for sale in Milwaukee, WI. As an aquarium store serving Milwaukee, WI, it also carries dry goods and aquarium equipment and offers aquarium consultations.
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Highlights
What makes them special
- Extensive coral frag selection at competitive prices
- Large inventory of both freshwater and saltwater fish including exotic species
- Live rock readily available for reef setups
- Online stock list available so customers can check inventory before visiting
- Staff will hold fish for customers traveling long distances
From keepers
Customer reviews
“Store is never open during hours listed.”
— Jay1.07 months ago“Great service and help, expert advice, and good people. Mark is always good to us.”
— Jeannette Schultz5.08 months ago“Had less than half inventory, because they are in the process of moving to a new store, but still had a nice selection of fish.”
— Mike Garvie5.08 months ago“Great fish store with helpful employees!”
— Brian5.09 months ago“Moving”
— Reign Hudson5.0a year ago“Love this place, lots of neat freshwater, and saltwater fish. Plenty of live rock available. Also lots of corals at a great price. Friendly staff and always helpful. A nice, well behaved, adorable dog to keep you company too haha.”
— Life With Animals5.010 months ago“Love this place, lots of neat freshwater, and saltwater fish. Plenty of live rock available. Also lots of corals at a great price. Friendly staff and always helpful. A nice, well behaved, adorable dog to keep you company too haha.”
— C L5.0a year ago“Good Selection of fish and coral, great prices, doesn’t quarantine but is upfront about it.”
— NoOne Cool4.010 months ago“They're always very helpful. They have a huge selection of corals and fish. They also have an excellent knowledge of their Products”
— Michelle Naidul5.0Edited 10 months ago“Great place, but I believe they're moving to the West side of town. Too bad.”
— Jim McNulty5.011 months ago
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Frequently asked questions
Note — Store information and services may change. Always call (414) 224-0486 to confirm current availability, hours, and services before visiting Best Fish.