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Strictly Fish
6903 E Carson St, Lakewood, CA 90713, United States
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ma
Review №1

Nice clean and well stocked store. Plenty of nice fresh and saltwater fish, plants too. Only complaint is lacking in coral frags but, that could be a result of COVID.

Lo
Review №2

They have beautiful set up for the fish, is clean and the people who work there are friendly and they answer all your questions. I got small Angel fish, I love them!

Mr
Review №3

Great place to buy fish. Support local family owned business.

To
Review №4

THE BEST fresh and marine shop around, by far. Thought they had gone out of business, so glad to see theyre still there providing advice. Super clean shop. Great prices.

Au
Review №5

The moment I saw about a dozen aiptasia in the coral tank I knew I wouldnt be buying anything living. Not the most proactive bunch of employees. Two stars for store cleanliness and tank/equipment selection.

Ro
Review №6

Knowledgeable staff and a pretty darn good selection of fish!

Na
Review №7

Great local fish store with knowledgeable people and a good selection of both fish and equipment.

JC
Review №8

A most go for African ciclids Malawis or tanganyikans rare fish good prices.

al
Review №9

Very well experienced crew and wide range of african cichlids.

To
Review №10

Ive been looking into buying cichlids. This place is the bomb. They knowledgeable and place is super clean along the fish are super healthy. A bit on the pricey side but id rather pay the extra $$$ for a great bunch of guys who know what they are talking about .

Jt
Review №11

Super clean, everyone working here is super friendly and knowledgeable! The selection of fresh and saltwater creatures is fantastic! Having just recently moved to the area Im really happy to say I found a place thats great for hobbyists! Ill be back again very soon for supplies!

Dr
Review №12

These folks are great. They are so helpful and accommodating. The store has a yesteryear feel to it and is delightful to be in. Go in, browse, learn. Let them help you figure out whether youre ready for a home tank.

Le
Review №13

This place is THE BEST! Wonderful customer service and their fish are the best quality. I have never had any issues with illness or dead fish. I have a pleco I bought there 8 years ago and a gourami 6 years ago and they are both still alive. Please support this small/local fish store rather than Petco etc. They really care about the fish and their customers.

Ja
Review №14

The guy that was in the front wasnt very friendly (older guy). He kept telling me to ask the guys in the back when I had questions, then I asked a girl that had on a strictly fish shirt a question and she told me, I dont know ask one of the guys. She was not rude but I kept having to ask many people around to get some help.

Bi
Review №15

Awesome as Always Terry is the Man!!!

Ch
Review №16

Strictly fish is a decent store, the store is okay but they follow me around like Im a thief going to steal something and I dont very much care for that. I dont steal and this store is really small so it makes you feel very uncomfortable that they do that. If theyre that worried about people stealing from them than they should invest in a security system instead of follow their customers around like were criminals or something. That makes me not want to go there at all. They really need lighten up cuz it doesnt feel good to be treated like that at all. Im going there to spend money in their store so they should be appreciative instead of treat me like Im a criminal or something

Ra
Review №17

Awesome place for freshwater scrubs and saltwater scrubs. Everyone was super nice! Highly recommended

En
Review №18

This place has a nice variety of fish and equipment to put together a great looking tank. Their customer service is A+. I have been there 2 times and will definitely keep going back for my fish tanks needs

Fr
Review №19

Good selection for fish/aquarium enthusiast. Friendly, knowledgable staff.

Ca
Review №20

Knowledgable staff and fine selection. Always a pleasure to stop in.

Va
Review №21

We have a 125 gallon from Strictly and loaded it with a ton of cool fish and products. We you ask to see a cat fish, they show you 10 different kinds from cheap to rare. The reward program is great and you often have cash waiting there for you. The three owners (are all knowledgeable and friendly). Great fish shop!

Mi
Review №22

Super friendly staff, very knowledgeable. They also come to our house and take care of our tank!

Ni
Review №23

This is my favorite fish store. They also service my tank and theyre very friendly and helpful. I recommend you start here if youre looking to enter into the hobby.

le
Review №24

Friendly and knowledgeable staff. Nice variety of fresh and salt water fish as well as tank supplies.

Ri
Review №25

I have a mbuna cichlid tank and this is the only place I know of that has a variety of fish especially harder to find fish that you dont see at every lfs. I drive from Whittier to Strictly for that reason. Ive been shopping with them off and on since they were in Orange County, Ive gone from fresh to salt and even to keeping both. I always can find a fish that other places normally dont carry or even corals. Anyhow, right now I am just keeping cichlids and Strictly is my go to LFS. I found two beautiful mbuna today that were healthy and ate right away when I placed them in my tank. You are always greeted when you go in and are told if you need anything let me know. I dont like being followed when I go shopping for fish I like to look at all the fish and take my time. Thats why I like going to strictly. Well that and they always have nice healthy fish.

Ga
Review №26

Good stock, clean tanks andknowledgeable staff.

An
Review №27

Closed early, dont post hours if your not gonna honor them.

H_
Review №28

You pay for what you get . Good healthy fish

Da
Review №29

No Discounts on weekends

Ch
Review №30

Fish are lively. Water is good quality. People are top notch. I keep going back for all my supplies!

Mi
Review №31

One of the better stores Ive been to. I hold it in my top 3, tied for first. The selection is great, both supplies and actual fish. They have stuff I dont see anywhere else, so I dont mind driving 30 minutes to the store. Nice selection of Both fresh and marine fish. Very healthy plants and coral looks great. Not much invertebrate selection. Very clean store with very helpful staff.

Mi
Review №32

Great variety and fair priced. Staff has a great knowledgebase and helpful

Me
Review №33

Large variety of freshwater and saltwater fish. You can even custom order fish and trade yours in. They also offer aquarium water per gallon and home aquarium cleaning services.Employees definitely seem to know what they are doing. The fish tanks and supplies do seem pricey though compared to large chain stores.One of my favorite aquarium fish shops, highly recommended.

Jo
Review №34

Amazing variety of both fresh and salt water fish, with very knowledgeable staff that answers all your questions. They make sure you know what you are getting before they sell it. Very healthy and clean aquariums.

Al
Review №35

Always good saltwater fish.

Ni
Review №36

The people working there are very helpful. They really know how to take of the fishes

el
Review №37

STAFF ARE FRIENDLY, KIND, KNOWLEDGABLE, AND FAST AT CATCHING FISH. THANK YOU FOR THE GREAT SERVICE ALWAYS!

Tr
Review №38

Reasonably priced fish stock and equipment. Their tanks are pretty expensive though.

Ki
Review №39

Very helpful and knowledgeable staff. Excellent and healthy assortment of fresh and salt water

Da
Review №40

Love visiting this place. Nice shop and only place Ive found so far that sells California blackworms. Nice setup and clean tanks. Just didnt have the fish I was looking for at the time, however I did leave with some blackworms.

Gi
Review №41

Beautiful display of fish and plants and friendly service.

Ju
Review №42

Amazing store and very helpful staff. One the best fish stores I’ve ever been to!

Ed
Review №43

Theyre always helpful and prices are very competitive.

Pa
Review №44

Good selection of lively fish and aquarium equipment.

Ti
Review №45

Excellent selection of different types of fish at strictly fish,(5)*****

Pa
Review №46

Great customer service, very knowledgeable and helpful staff.

Br
Review №47

Staff is very helpfulVery clean.

Ra
Review №48

Most of the fish are high on price even the small fish which shouldn’t be like that, the only problem here is out of all fish stores we have to pay taxes here when it’s time to pay, i realized I was paying $10-$15 dollars of just tax for every purchased I was making, and other fish stores have a flat rate no matter what so if you’re trying to save some extra cash I don’t recommend you coming here, definitely not me.

Se
Review №49

Super friendly people.. Prices are a bit high but you wont see any dead or half dead fish. Good quality worth the extra pennies you have to spend.

Br
Review №50

The employees there it seemed very helpful but we were very upset when we had to go through three different tanks of fish. Age of Aquariums on cherry not only took great care of us but they were truthful and honest. Honesty above all will bring you business because thats the last time we go there.

eD
Review №51

Great prices and a good selection of fish. The staff is very helpful and knowledgeable.

Pa
Review №52

All things for fresh, salt water, including the solid selection of healthy fish stock. Expanded koi supplies and great stock at reasonable prices with frequent saled

E
Review №53

I had a great experience when I went there today for my first time ever. They have a much better selection of freshwater fish than any other fish store Ive been too recently. The staff member that helped me (I didnt get his name), spent a long time going over which fish might be a compatible tank mate for my community tank. He showed me a number of varieties, and he was never pushy and he didnt seem rushed. I was very impressed and I will definitely be going back.

Pa
Review №54

Nice place I like the brothers there

Ro
Review №55

Great employees, selection, and cleanliness throughout the tanks. DJ helped us out and kept patient with me through the whole picking of my newest jack dempsey. Would definitely come by again!

Ga
Review №56

Very very helpful people!! Went in with my mom to learn about setting up a pond in our backyard, the guy helping us was very thourough and didnt try to pressure us into buying the more expensive stuff, just very upfront and honest! Will def be going back again!

Mo
Review №57

Great variety of fish. Awesome costumer service.

Ga
Review №58

Love strictly fish! Healthy and well kept wet pets here! Theyve been very helpful anytime I had questions.

En
Review №59

Fantastic staff really friendly greetings when walking in, very informative as well, good quality fish, only thing I feel is needed medium sized fish other than that quality once so ever also they always have large chiclids beautyful colors on them.

je
Review №60

All types of salt and sweet water fishes. You can always call and ask if you have a special order fish they may be able to order it for you.

Ry
Review №61

Great selection. Helpful employees. Clean store. Only thing that would make this place better is if I didnt have to drive 50 minutes each way to get there but its still worth it!

Bi
Review №62

The store is very clean and the staff are very helpful and nice. I really like the selection of fish they have there. In the front there is a giant saltwater tank that I instantly fell in love with. It was so clean I stared at it wondering if there was just air in there because thats the way it looked. The prices are a little high but they have good stock. A month ago I purchased a ryukan goldfish for my 25 gallon tank and the employee picked a fish that looked to be old and loosing its color and perhaps dying and he put it in the bag. At first I was furious and was about to say something, but he took a look at the fish and saw it was old. He said That one doesnt look too good. Here Ill get you a healthier fish I was pleased to hear this because I went to petco and it seemed they only gave me unhealthy fish. All customers were very helpful and the owner answered and question I had. I love this place and wont go to any other store. If I could I would rate this 50/5 stars. I would recommend this store to any fish hobbyist .

Le
Review №63

Called and asked if they had rainbow fish. Drove all the way there for them to tell me they are not for sell. Never again.. rude and disrespectful

Ra
Review №64

Theyre good i brought a fish worth $59.00 unfortunately the fish died i calledand brought the dead fish and replaced it.

ka
Review №65

We bought a lobster, and started to leave it do other things and after when we checked again it was upside down and dead. They also are helpful but not really.

Au
Review №66

A great place for all of your fish needs. Like the name says Strickly Fish. You need it they probably have it!

ju
Review №67

Very clean..

ro
Review №68

Its nice place

Lu
Review №69

My girlfriend and myself recently started our own aquarium, and coming here because of the reviews we had decent expectations, but somehow we felt as if we were bothering some of the employees with our questions... Thought one older gentleman was extremely helpful and seemed to find us entertaining, which we enjoyed.

Jd
Review №70

The brothers that operate this store are over the top great! Have to check this place out for yourself!!

Te
Review №71

Very professional great variety of fish

Ga
Review №72

This facility has an awesome selection of products and even a more awesome selection of fish the employees are very knowledgeable and supportive of each and every purchase if you have any questions about the maintenance or supply of your aquariums the gentleman at the store are very much engaged to help you resolve each and every issue

La
Review №73

Great store. Fantastic staff!

Ja
Review №74

Great shop, tanks are always clean and free of dead fish. They have a great selection of plants and fish.

Ro
Review №75

Nice fish but they security there was mad dogging us the entire time. Like, what are we going to do, stick our hands in the tanks and run out with the fish? Lol

Ma
Review №76

Great sale on super bowl weekend

JI
Review №77

They have it all. Knowledgeable staff

Ch
Review №78

Great place all the staff is very friendly and knowledgeable. Adrian is the man thanks for getting me set up to cycle my 240 gallon saltwater aquarium.

Sh
Review №79

Nice staff, knowledgeable, and decent prices and discounts.

Mi
Review №80

I have a sick beta and this place I have found. The staff is very knowledgeable .

Mi
Review №81

Nice variety; their a little on expensive side, no guarantees. Do lots of research on comparability. This place is in the business of selling fish.

De
Review №82

Friendly people nice fish clean store

Ne
Review №83

Thank You Steve and team. Hooked me back into the hobby.

Do
Review №84

Cool little mom and pop shop

Ch
Review №85

Great store, wonderful people and an awesome selection of fish from salt water to fresh. The employees here are honest and very helpful.

Ke
Review №86

While not my local fish store, I gladly drive out of my way for the much better prices and selection. I never feel ripped off when leaving Strictly Fish, I cant say that about my LFS.

Ba
Review №87

Extremely knowledgeable!! Highly recommend this place

da
Review №88

HORRIBLE SERVICE! STEVE THE OWNER HAS POLICIES IN PLACE FOR 21 YEARS, BUT FAILS TO TELL THE CUSTOMERS THEY WILL BE GIVEN 1/3 CREDIT ON RETURNS. HOWEVER, DOES TELL THE CUSTOMER YOU WILL GET STORE CREDIT, AND EXPECTS THE CUSTOMERS TO KNOW IT WILL ONLY BE 33% OF THE AMOUNT. WILL NOT GO BACK AND WILL TELL ALL OUR FRIENDS ABOUT OUR EXPERIENCES.

Ja
Review №89

Very knowledgeable never pushy. Healthy fish. Ive been going there for decades! I wont go anywhere else.

Ga
Review №90

Been here many times over many years. They are fair and I feel more interested in long term customer relationships than a quick sale.

Br
Review №91

Adrian is very helpful...ask for him

Ja
Review №92

Knowledgeable, helpful, great prices on fish, and great selection of decor and equipment.

Bu
Review №93

Prices are a little high. But they have the healthiest fish in the area. They even sell shirts.

Ni
Review №94

All the guys were very helpful going to go back and buy a tank

Mi
Review №95

Nice selection but their not thorough in helping fish compatibility. After 20 years of visits I gather it is all about you spending and losing $. The disposition of employees makes me wander.

Da
Review №96

Ive been buying from Strictly Fish for over 10 years. The have a great variety of dry goods and livestock; lots of frags. They have always been helpful and given me good honest advice. This is the type of place a true hobbiest can appreciate. They have the best selection of high quality LEDs. Ive never been to a better tropical fish store.

Ma
Review №97

Better than othersClean and variety goods

Ga
Review №98

Good selection of cichlids, and equipment. Good prices.

Ke
Review №99

Best place to get cichlids around.

Br
Review №100

This place has the best fish and they are very knowledgeable able aquatic stuff....

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  • Address:6903 E Carson St, Lakewood, CA 90713, United States
  • Site:http://strictlyfishlakewood.com/contact-us/
  • Phone:+1 562-421-9106
Categories
  • Aquarium shop
  • Aquarium
  • Livestock breeder
  • Pet store
Working hours
  • Monday:10am–7pm
  • Tuesday:10am–7pm
  • Wednesday:10am–7pm
  • Thursday:10am–7pm
  • Friday:10am–7pm
  • Saturday:10am–7pm
  • Sunday:10am–7pm
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Planning
  • Quick visit:Yes
Payments
  • Credit cards:Yes
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