Coolest team of people in the reef hobby. Started off as a customer asking questions about salt…read morereef fish and coral and how to keep a healthy tank now I'm buying super cool coral because all the education and guidance. There is so much variety of species to choose from at this shop and I keep coming back every week!

My husband and I bought two large tanks, custom cabinets and under tank filters from Fishy Business…read moreand loved them for years. After my husband passed I could not handle caring for both. They came and got everything promising to re-home the fish to good homes. I am very fortunate their years of help and support.

one of the best places to get all your fish needs. They are amazing people and have a beautiful…read moreselection of fish. They are very knowledgable. They don't try to push and sell you all types of chemicals either. If you are looking for beautiful fish and down to each great customer service and care you have to stop in and see them.

Highly skilled technical experts in aquatic husbandry own and work within the shop. My experience…read morewas profoundly better than any other fish store visit in the area!

Very helpful people! I was able to get my fish and they are all happy and healthy a month later! I…read moreappreciate it!

The customer service is amazing. Everyone is super helpful and they are knowledgeable about the…read moredifferent types of fish they sell and the environments they should be in. The prices of the fish vary but super affordable. Fresh water and Salt water fish/eels/starfish. Colorful. Cozy store.

Best LFS (local fish store) in the area!…read more Albeit small this store packs a big punch into its cramped quarters. They have everything to outfit a basic beginner tank to high end CO2 Aquascape, freshwater tanks and high end coral or fish only saltwater set ups! If you've got a desire for monster South American cichlids, they got you covered there as well. Not into aggressive fish?... then they have high-quality betta fish and guppies in the back. C-Macs employees are very knowledgeable about every aspect of the hobby, and are willing to answer even the simplest questions and provide the best solution for your situation. They don't push sales, but try to fit the needs of every customer. I've been in there when it's super packed and there's barely any room to move and the employees are still positive and happy to share their knowledge and help with everyone. I even asked if they were going to move to a larger location and the owner mentioned, he's been looking, but hasn't found the right one yet. If you're old enough to remember the old Fintastic fish store that was the gold standard in Charlotte. This is basically the new version and to be honest it's even better!

Mike Salet has cared for and cleaned my turtle tanks for years and years now. They have provided…read moreservice above and beyond what would normally be expected. I will/ would always buy from them.

I appreciate the supplies and fish they carry but they treat you like your business is…read moreinconveniencing them and it's 98% because they're the only "small, local owned" business for fish supplies in the CSRA. Their customer service is less than 1 star. I called the business on a Saturday right when they opened to see if I could bring in about 15-20 fish from my tank as it's too overcrowded and I couldn't go during the week and the guy on the phone said no ma'am, which is understandable but I just wanted to ensure there was no way they could accommodate to my circumstances and a man in the background screamed out did she not hear you the first time? I get it they get busy on the weekends, but unfortunately I work all week and can't make it during their business hours. Extremely annoyed with their service but unfortunately I won't really be able to go anywhere else, and they know that too... it's a shame.

I've been working on building an orchid terrarium and renovate my beta tank so I took a trip to…read moreAquatica to see what additions I could find. They have some awesome fish and coral you can purchase. The store is very inviting and the staff is friendly and helpful. I didn't explore the whole store but I did find what I needed. The prices were reasonable. I got some river rocks and wood to jazz up the tank and support the orchids in my terrarium. These items were priced by weight and the employees had to weigh them and calculate the price up front at the register. I spent about $20 on everything I got. If I continue my aquarium journey I will definitely be back to make more purchases. Aquatica 800 Clanton Rd Charlotte, NC 28217 May 21, 2021 11:45am (Review 505 overall, 49 of 2021)

The place is very nice and has a good selection of freshwater fish, saltwater fish, coral,…read morefreshwater plants, and equipment. I was in the store for about 15 minutes and had staff come up to me around 5 times to ask if I needed help (a bit excessive.. it made me feel very uncomfortable). The prices were a bit on the high side.

We are first-time customers of Queen City Corals and decided to purchase two Black Light Anemones…read moreon 02/03/2025. My order was shipped on 02/04/2025 (Order #89196) and delivered on 02/05/2025 at 10:20 AM. Given the many five-star reviews, I had high expectations. Their website claims a 99% Live Arrival Guarantee, that staff are trained to the highest standard of corals, and that each coral is securely triple-bagged and encapsulated in specific specimen containers to ensure live arrival. Unfortunately, these so-called commitments proved to be untrue. Upon opening my package, I was immediately hit with a foul odor coming from each bag. The anemones displayed clear signs of distress, including open mouths, faded coloration, shrunken and deflated tentacles, a lack of response to stimuli, and visible tears on their bodies. The only positive aspect of my order was the mystery frags--a Birdsnest and a Neon Green Acropora--but even those were underwhelming. I immediately contacted Queen City Corals' support team, but their response time was slow. When I called and spoke with the manager, I was assured that the anemones "just look pissed" but would recover after acclimation. Despite following the acclimation process exactly as instructed, the anemones began to deteriorate and melt in my tank. I attached images as evidence. To prevent further damage to my reef tank's water quality, I removed the anemones and reached out to Queen City Corals again, seeking guidance on how they would rectify the situation. After receiving no response, I followed up the next day. When I called, a representative assured me that the manager would return my call. Hours passed with no response. Frustrated by the lack of communication, I called again and was once more told the manager would "look into it." After much back and forth, they finally issued a refund for the Black Light Anemones but refused to refund the shipping cost--even though the corals were dead on arrival. While I understand that shipping costs are a shared loss, this situation clearly warranted a full refund for the entire order. Although a partial refund is better than nothing, the entire experience highlighted Queen City Corals' lack of communication, poor product quality, and false advertising. I strongly recommend looking elsewhere, such as Aqua SD or World Wide Corals, for better quality and service.

I had a great first experience at Queen City corals. The customer service was great and answered…read moreall of my questions. I bought a hammer coral in at the store a few days ago and it is doing great in my tank!

Great staff and the best corals you can find in the state of South Carolina. Always new items and…read moregreat amount of supplies as well

Has the best section on corals, really great deals on saltwater fish. I bought a Cade aquarium…read more Best investment. Highly recommend, Check them out!!