River and Reef Aquatics

mj the alien

2024-03

Super friendly staff, I'd much rather drive the hour to come to this store, than I would PetSmart right up the road. Such a unique little shop!! Temperament with the beta impressed me, being able to house sister Bettas in a sorority

Jackson Johnston

2024-04

I have purchased many items from this store, never had an issue with any fish, filters, food, and even a tank or two, i’ve purchased a handful of odd ball fish including, axolotls, mudskippers, beautiful designer clownfish. put simply, a great place to shop if you want to be treated like a friend and not just a shopper. deserve 5 stars every visit

Brittani Key

2024-04

It is really cool in there! All the tanks are set up beautifully and you can really tell all the fish, plants, coral and other wildlife are very well cared for. I got my beautiful betta from here and he was much healthier than the ones you see in chain stores!

Joanie Hollar

2024-04

My family and I drove 30 minutes to visit this store. The staff was super friendly, knowledgeable and very helpful! They had a nice selection of freshwater fish, snails and plants. We really enjoyed pur experience and will visit again.

Jonathan Woodworth

2023-08

I stopped in today to window shop and to my absolute surprise, Vinny had a pair of Cayman up for sale! I can totally see someone like Mr. Beast buying those for some exotic theme tank.Then there was the freshwater stingrays (you should've seen the spikes on their spines) and saltwater Molly's, turtles and the coi pond.There is never a lack of exciting fish over there.

Nicholas Fasciano

2023-12

They have always been fantastic here. My fiance and I always seem to end up in there weekly and always end up buying something. They have and extremely nice selection of fish and other animals. The staff is extremely nice and knows so much. They go above and beyond to help customers and keep the animals in great care.

B G

2024-03

Store was a mess, the floors are peeling up and you're literally tripping over the planks. The tanks are in shambles, either covered in cyno, diatoms, hair and/or bubble algae. There were hardly any fish or corals and even if there were, I wouldn't want to bring anything home that was in these tanks cause you're guaranteed to bring home all manner of pests or disease. So disappointing considering it's the only store in the area.

Gena Slaughter

2023-06

Highly recommend.Needed fish for our ornamental garden pond. Vinnie was most knowledgeable and helpful. I will return.

Tracy Mcclinto Ck

2023-11

Staff is very professional, nice, and knowledgeable. It is kept well stocked.They are a little pricey, though. Best fish store near me.

Charlie K.

2023-05

Went to get some plants for my 10 gallon, and some extra supplies for a new tank I was setting up. The staff were super friendly. They helped me pick out what items would be the best, gave me tips, and saved me from what surely would've turned into a total mess! I would definitely recommend this place to people in the market for aquarium supplies. Plus they've got a great variety of fish. Thanks Guys!

Anthony Zbikowski

2023-10

Great local fish store. Nice selection of fresh and saltwater fish, plants, corals, invertebrates, supplies etc. Excellent service from the staff. They know their stuff, unlike big box pet stores.

Charles Barker

2023-05

What clean and cool shop with some very unique aquatic flora and fauna. The shop was hopping but Vinnie quickly greeted us and got us started in the right direction. Shortly after he was able to give us his full attention and it became clear he was much more interested in helping us with our vision rather than just blindly selling us some fish. Prices were very reasonable and I felt walking out the door we had gotten exactly what we needed for our tank. Thank you!!

Will T

2023-10

Hands down my favorite aquarium store. The staff is extremely knowledgeable, they knew I was new to saltwater aquariums and could have simply just sold me stuff and have stuff die on me but, they pointed me in the right direction so I can enjoy my tank and for that I am truly grateful.

Katie Johnson

2023-05

So incredibly excited to welcome this aquatics store into the town I’ve grown up in. Spotless showroom and crystal clear tanks all around. Huge variety of both fresh and salt water fish, aquatic species and great selection of aquarium supplies! I first posted that I was going back for my first purchase the day after I first visited the store and I have officially went back and got a few tank essentials and a live Anacharis plant! I can’t thank River & Reef aquatics enough for the kindness and compassion they have shown me as a customer thus far!! Anyone that is either involved in the aquarium hobby or starting out, this is the place to go! Absolutely cannot beat their selection, variety, prices and helpful/informed staff!!

Patty Sinon

2023-05

Awesome customer service and knowledge. Lots of healthy looking fish. For sure will be back!

terri jo ireland

2023-07

We absolutely LOVE this store. It's always spotless and the owners are wonderful and so incredibly knowledgeable about the fish. It's our favorite place to visit in Statesville.

Mariah Bodsford

2023-05

What a great place! After going to multiple other stores, this one had the most variety, knowledge and help. Not only was I greeted when I walked in the door, I was asked multiple times if I was okay.For a new store, it's very well put together and inviting! I hate messy cluttered stores and this was the exact opposite.I can't wait for the corals, I will be back as soon as they're up and ready!Walked out today with a 6 line wrasse and a beautiful clown!

Marlene S

2023-05

Amazing selection of saltwater fish. Healthy specimens. Awesome customer service.

Haydne Bryant

2023-05

This place has everything you should need. Nice owner and huge selection. Also was very knowledgeable about every fish in the store. Over all great experience and I will be returning for sure.

Carlton Kowalski

2023-05

By far the best Fish Store I have been to. When it comes to variety and fish care, this place knows what they are doing. To add, it is one of those places that makes the town it’s in feel more like home. I will 100% be coming back, especially with their top tier customer service.

Grey Null

2023-05

These guys are absolutely fantastic! They have fish and products that no one else around has! All the staff are very knowledgeable and ACTUALLY care about the fish. I will continue to do business with R&R.

Janine P

2023-09

Cool store with interesting selections that you don't see at a lot of other aquarium shops. The staff was friendly and seemed quite knowledgeable.

Calvin Hughes

2024-01

Great selection of aquatic life and knowledgeable, friendly staff.

Dorothy Belding

2023-08

Lexi helped me one day. She is great. The owner helped me the next day. My pond is up and running !

Dean Endress

2023-05

Clean well kept with very knowlagable staff. Seem to be under stocked in fish but owner explained they where having trouble getting new stock delivered due to weather.

Kayleigh Osborne

2024-01

Super informed management! Very friendly! Wide variety!

Matt Pearson

2023-09

Great people, vinny & Lexi are awesome,Would highly recommend to anyone in saltwater/freshwater n outside pond needs

Debbie Snow

2023-05

Very nice store. Good selection of freshwater fish and plants, reasonable prices, very clean store and super helpful people.

Andy McDonald

2023-05

Hands down the coolest aquarium store I have been to... ever. Rip the dog is an added bonus. Definitely going again

Jason Allen

2023-08

Tanks where very trashy nd nasty along with dead stuff in tanks I bought several things and the snails I bought were dead by the time I got home call them and tell them and the say no return policy very unprofessional