Aquarium Adventure Columbus

Helen M. Yarger

2024-05

I have visited twice, recently. Initially I was after some outdoor pond solutions. I ended up purchasing some other things, including some more fish, for a 40 gal. tank I have. My second trip was to get fish for a 10 gallon tank I decided to set up. I liked the concern the employee showed, asking me various questions. I walked out with everything I was after.The only “bad” experience I had wasNo Public Restroom! To have to leave, walk to Lowes - to the back of their store! - is beyond ridiculous!

Michael Nish

2024-04

It's a great aquarium store to visit with little kids (and young at heart). It's so much fun to look at all sorts of fresh and salt water fish including a stingray. I was most impressed by spotted rays. Rays swim so elegantly. You can even feed kois if you buy a feed for 25¢ at a time.If you are setting up your own aquarium, I'm sure this store will be able to design and provide anything and everything you want and need.

Lauren Singleton

2024-02

Absolutely phenomenal service!! My boyfriend had fish when he was younger and now that we’ve moved in together and have room for a fish tank again we wanted to get back into the hobby! We did some research but was hoping someone would be able to help/guide us in the right direction and Zach was absolutely fantastic in that. He went above and beyond to give us all our options, recommendations, and educate us on the different fish and plants we were interested and how we can navigate caring for our tank. It was an absolute pleasure and would recommend to anyone looking to learn more about the hobby! 😊

Ben Calhoon

2024-02

Great experience. They are very knowledgeable and customer service oriented. I have two little kids that run around the store and staff Is very friendly with them (thank you!).I will shop at Aquarium Adventures for all my fish needs.

Aubrey Verlage

2024-03

We visited this store multiple times over the course of two months while setting up our first fish tank. Each time, the employees were so kind and helpful (even with my chaotic boys running around). Definitely a fun experience, and very knowledgeable staff 🐠

Absynthea Delirium

2024-05

Paid our fist visit yesterday. What a beautiful store! We met our new favorite Fish Guru, Emma! We bought a few plants and a Fish Club membership, and got a lot of schooling, ( Fish pun intended) for free! We'll be back!Also! The cashier was awesome!

Joan Ferrell

2024-05

Walking into the store was amazing to see all the beautiful aquarium setups; beautiful fish displayed in style and beauty! The very first person I talked to was friendly and so knowledgeable about everything I questionedShe could not have been more helpful. I walked out with everything I needed to complete my aquarium and notes she wrote down on all my questions in my notebook,It was a wonderful experience just viewing all the beautiful aquariums

Tiffany Bahan

2024-05

I come here to buy supplies for my 150 gallon aquarium. It's the best place around to purchase large decor, medicines and gear. I bought my 150 from them 10 years ago, along with a fluval filter, and I've never had a problem with any of it. Bonus: lots of fish to choose from (salt and freshwater).If you enjoy fish-keeping, this will be one of the better places to shop.

Amy Newsome

2024-05

Zach helped me the first time I went in, and he was beyond helpful. Richard helped me the second time, and his service was phenomenal. Both gentlemen were extremely knowledgeable about fish, tank, mates, and plants that would do well in the tank that I had purchased. I will be going here for all my fish tank needs!

Doug Dixon jr

2024-02

Best aquarium store in central ohio. Very knowledgeable staff and very helpful. Fish were healthy and have survived very well in my aquariums.

colleen mclaughlin

2024-03

Awesome time looking at each and every tank. Nice that they had a good range of tanks, including starter tanks for kids. Also lots of decor for any taste. Staff was friendly and answered my questions without judgement. I'll be back often, even just to say hello to the Koi if I'm in the area.

Kaylee Musolino

2024-03

Edit: This store sells aquariums/tanks, and “having no available isolation tank” is not a valid excuse for having the axolotl in the aquarium with another axolotl for the public to view and, presumably, purchase. I have such strong opinions about the situation as when purchased a different donated, underdeveloped axolotl from this store, the axolotl, unfortunately, passed away subsequent to two months. The axolotl should not have been sold to be in an underdeveloped state, and no other axolotls should me sold in anything other than a healthy state.I visited this store after discovering that the store sold axolotls and filters for aquariums. The axolotls were, unfortunately, not being properly cared for. One of the axolotls had no gills nor gill fluff and had an arm double the length of what an axolotl arm should be, suggesting that the arm had been previously bitten off. Furthermore, there was no lid on the aquarium, meaning the axolotls could jump out of the aquarium and anybody could touch the axolotls and damage the axolotls’ slime coats.

Denisha Noviski

2023-11

Went in looking for different aquariums. They have a nice selection! Ended up getting a Sea Cucumber we liked and some decorations. Was going to purchase the lifetime membership to help save some money when we come back to up size our saltwater aquarium. The cashier noticed my husband's service hat and gave him the membership for free!! Very awesome of this place to honor our loved ones that served our country!!

J. Warren

2024-03

I've been shopping here since 1999, as well as working for them for 5 years back in the day.They are not the cheapest but that's because the guys who run the place genuinely care about the animals they sell and taking good care this many fish is challenging.There's no other place quite like Aquarium Adventure in this area. It's definitely a cool store and they will try to take good care of you.I learned a lot working for them and appreciate the experience.I recently bought a new tank from them and I will post another picture once it's up and rolling.

Ayla

2024-04

We go here like once a week in the winter to get out of the house and my daughter is obsessed with fish. Everyone is always super kind and helpful even though they likely know I’m not there to purchase anything. We love looking at the wide selection of fish and feeding the kois. It has definitely made us want an aquarium of some sort in the future and they would definitely be the place we go to!

Christian L

2024-04

The Staff , Managers , and General Manager are all very skilled and educated. I had an issue and they were all wiling to help resolve it. The quality of livestock as typical for speciality stores and the staff really seems to care about their fish!The General Manager named Crystal has gone above and beyond to help me with any issues I had, and has been very helpful.

Donna Gray

2024-02

The store is very pretty but we had 3 grandchildren with us and when our 4 year old granddaughter had to use the bathroom, when we asked where it was we were told the would have to leave and go to Lowe’s to use the restroom! And they obviously don’t leave their store to go to Lowe’s to use the restroom. I thought it was really rude to refuse the restroom to a little tell girl who had to tinkle really badly. So beautiful store, but make sure you won’t need to use the bathroom during your visit cause they will not let you. And for that reason we won’t be back. I’m we aren’t good enough to use your restroom in a pinch-I’m sure our money isn’t good enough either we will shop elsewhere!

CatsInTheHats

2024-05

Lots of fish to choose from and their plants are great. However, it's very expensive. I would really only buy hardscape from here if you're looking to get into the hobby.

Michelle Bowman

2024-03

I recently visited this store with the intention of starting my journey into aquascaping by setting up a nano tank. As someone inexperienced with live plants, I had some questions and was hoping for guidance. However, my initial interaction with an employee left much to be desired. Upon approaching the customer help center, I found the employee engrossed in their phone, seemingly disinterested in assisting customers. Despite feeling a bit flustered, I mustered the courage to ask for help. Unfortunately, the employee's demeanor conveyed annoyance, making me feel like an inconvenience. Although they eventually agreed to assist me, the encounter had already dampened my enthusiasm for continuing my shopping trip. As a result, I've decided to take my business elsewhere, as I believe customer service plays a pivotal role in any establishment.

Chris Fraley

2024-01

Incredible customer service and the expertise/knowledge is worth mentioning. Would give 5 stars but the prices on most items are ridiculous. Also have to give Skylar recognition. He is awesome and well break stuff didn't and explain it perfectly for you to understand.

Korey

2024-01

A little pricey on tanks, etc but for livestock their prices are great, especially if you join the fish club

Nick Magoteaux

2024-02

Leaving a five star review for one reason, and one reason only: the guy at the register who checked us out today (1.18.24) was so nice and friendly, and... I feel super boomer saying this... but he reminded me how people used to be. Thank you for being so awesome!!

Geoff Finn

2024-04

Great selections, I live too far away to justify their membership, I didn't really get the idea of a membership other than to put money into their coffers / make customers feel obligated to go no where else.

Teri Jones

2024-03

They were so helpful and high quality fish and supplies. I got some blue velvet shrimp 2 weeks ago and already have a berried female. Can’t wait for the baby blues!

Jennifer Haddadin

2024-04

The staff were extremely helpful with explaining the care process. How to develop an ecosystem.And was impressed how understanding the staff were when my children asked question.

Hannah Foraker

2023-05

Best fish store in all of Central Ohio 😍 they have eels, cichlids, tetras, snails, cories, barbs, and all sorts of oddball fish too! Excellent quality fish, never brought an ill one home. Excellent tank and plant selection! Love all of the fluval 💗 My tank is mostly stocked from aquarium adventure

Panda

2023-06

Went in to get some plants and fish for a container pond! The staff was SUPER helpful. Pointed out some of the heartier plants (did recommend we take them inside during the winter to be safe since our container is not huge) and recommended we monitor water temperatures on hotter days before we put any fish in. So far we're super happy with the plants and depending we may be back for a fish! (Or just more plants!)

Linda Hansen (Shappa)

2022-05

Layout is terrific. Very organized! Sadly this location didn't have the type of fish we were looking for. As soon as we got to the spot to wait for assistance, a sales person was assisting us. Friendly and knowledgeable about what is in stock.

Janina Huftel

2023-05

Very nice place. large selection of fish, they had quite a few people working so you could always find someone to help you

Devon Palmer

2024-04

Great selection. The customer service was very poor. We were ready to buy a saltwater setup but couldn't find a saleman interested enough to help us select.