Oceans Paradise

4.5 (72)

1412 E Broadway Ave, Bismarck, ND 58501
(701) 391-7049
theoceansparadise.com

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Tropical fish store
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  • Small business

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  • In-store shopping

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Missy Tesky

2024-01

This is a great place! New to saltwater aquariums and so happy with my clownfish and goals! Will definitely be going back.

Alex Browning

2023-09

If it's saltwater related. You gotta go to. Oceans paradise. Knowledgeable, friendly, and very helpful. From the first time to the pro, these guys are the best. And if they don't have it, they'll get it. So your tank is how YOU want it.

Tyler Wahl

2023-11

Always love going here. Kind service and good atmosphere. All kinds of neat critters to see.

Virginia Davis

2022-05

Very friendly guy very informative too. They have mostly all salt fish. Their fish look very healthy an beautiful colors. Love their options for soft coral so lovely to look at. I'd recommend and I plan to visit again when I get my other Salt tank completed and running. Just was looking for the fresh water this trip so had to go to another place.

Tiffany Austin

2021-05

Josh has been incredible. He would set up, maintain, and help my dad before he passed. They became good friends. He's always professional, very good at taking time to show us how to do things on our own, and super knowledgeable and friendly. We've had nothing but exceptional service from Oceans Paradise.We also have had incredible service and knowledge from Fire 'n Ice in the same building.We really appreciate how both businesses take time to know you and help you know how to best care for your new family members. Thank you for everything!

mason lenz

2020-05

This place seems small and unremarkable from the outside, but it is well worth a stop. Josh was very friendly and helpful. I had no idea what type(s) of fish were right for my aquarium, so he walked me through the entire store and helped me pick exactly what was right for me. He was helpful and patient with all of my beginner questions. I planned to spend $300-$400, and walked out with a bill under$200. I will be back soon, and encourage my friends to do the same

Jefferey Haugen

2021-05

The staff is always helpful and have a multitude of services available for aquarium needs. They have always been able to get me what I wanted! Josh and Brandon are great to work with!

Ruby Tempest

2021-05

The owner knows he has a monopoly in the area and has zero customer service skills. Staff are pompous and condescending as is the owner. They are knowledgeable, but they rarely pass that knowledge on and treat customers like ignorant annoyances.I prefer KT and the big box stores or even ordering online. Plus they are way overpriced even for a local business.

Amber schneider

2020-05

Thank you Oceans Paradise for finding us a tank! We had tried to order a tank from another LFS but after 6 weeks of waiting we called these guys. We picked up our tank the next morning! It’s bigger and less expensive then the one that never showed up. Josh was very helpful with rock selection and tank set up. You’ve made life long customers. Thanks again!

Joseph Collette

2022-05

Last year, I would have given this place 4 stars. But seeing the condition of the tanks that they house fish in lately is awful. Aiptasia in the small tanks with the fish, some of them really large. Purple cyano everywhere, fairly limited selection, but it was a day after black friday. I would not currently add anything from this store into my tank.

Raanne Schiermeister

2020-05

They are just desperate to make a sale!!!Ocean paradise is overly priced and while they do know their stuff about fish, they will do anything to make a sale even if it means killing a fish. They are very willing to sell beginner aquarists “expert only” fish without saying a word or informing that person about the fish. I also don’t think they’ve ever given me advise without also trying to sell me something. I understand it’s a business that needs to make a profit, but that’s all they are doing is trying to make a profit. They do not have the people in their best interest at all.

Denise Angel

2019-05

Called with a fish disease question and whoever answered was not very nice and not at all helpful. Problem was described clearly but this person said he couldn't help without seeing the fish. How would I do that? I'm pretty sure I know what the disease is just not clearwhich product to use so was hopeful they could help. Guess not.Good news. A couple hours later I've had my question answered so my opinion has changed about this store. My initial encounter wasn't good but they've redeemed themselves by helping me.

Shanna Dressler

2023-05

We read a ton of reviews before coming here to look for our next beardie....and they were right. Great place, excellent selection, nice staff healthy animals and excellent setups.

Amanda Mattern

2019-05

Not sure if its the same owner but usually whenever I came in he wpuld rather talk to his friends than help me. I gave up going there because nobody ever helped me. This was quite awhile ago, hopefully it changed now. They really have a great variety and extended knowledge.

LaDawn Roach

2020-05

Josh is very helpful when trying to trouble shoot issues and knows his animals and plants well! He will never sell you something that won't go well with your tank.

Araseli Alcaraz

2022-05

Most tanks were pretty nice bought shrimp they were perfectly fine but do not but the guppys since the tanks over crowded the guppys i just bought were infested with worms

Matthew Clary

2019-05

I don't know about some of the bad reviews on here about fish but all the fish I buy it from there live maybe it's because you're not quarantining your fish properly or acclimating them properly so it's kind of hard to say I know that when I've had emergencies with my tank Josh came out in the middle of the night to get me a new tank because mine started leaking so I don't know about your experiences but mine's been pretty good so five stars that's how it is

Dawn Martin

2020-05

Great place if you atw wanting to get into salt water, Josh is very helpful. Im setting up a new tank and he been very good, ask for Josh!!!!!

Cole Braun

2016-05

I have more luck with fish from petco surviving then from this store. I have bought 8 fish and 2 are alive. My aquarium is 135 gallon's and has been setup for 6 yrs so definetry not my fault. Everytime I buy a fish from here it's like dumping ich onto my fish

Tinkerbellbadass L

2023-05

Staff is very knowledgeable about the fish, reptiles, etc. Very friendly too.

T M

2017-05

Great selection and knowledge of fish and equipment. Can order in things he doesn't have. All your fish needs are covered here.

Dawn Martin

2020-05

Great place, but if they are going to run a specialty store such as this then they should provide an emergency number to call when closed. We atw dealing with live animals here.

Stacy Duppong

2020-05

Wow what service they offer! From start to maintaining it’s an all in one business. They know so much!!! Thank you Josh and Brandon!

Chris Hustad

2021-05

Josh was very knowledgeable and helpful. Took the time to explain the small details. You gotta respect that nowadays...

Jenny Peet

2019-05

Awesome selection of fish and corral very healthy live stock highly recommended for beginner and advanced fish and corral hobbyists.

Damien Emelianoff

2023-05

Always ready to give an answer to whatever questions I have. Love this place

Katie Dives

2020-05

Very knowledgeable staff, incredible tanks and very healthy fish and corals!

Jean Rolandelli

2021-05

They take their business seriously. I can always expect good advice and the highest quality animals.

Danielle Doyle

2019-05

They know their stuff and answer any and all questions. Great people to work with

Brenda Howard

2017-05

Best selection in the state and very knowledgeable in all aspects of salt and freshwater!

Opening Hours

Monday 10 AM-6 PM
Tuesday 10 AM-6 PM
Wednesday 10 AM-6 PM
Thursday Closed
Friday 10 AM-6 PM
Saturday 10 AM-4 PM
Sunday Closed

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