This all started when I bought my 2.5-year-old daughter some fish from a big-name pet store. She was completely happy with the typical 5-gallon tank setup... I was not. Like any typical dad, I had to go much bigger. After finding the tank I wanted, I called several local "upscale" fish and pet stores in Westchester, but no one had it in stock. I even called the manufacturer, and they told me that Beital's Aquarium was definitely the place I needed to contact. I called the next business day, and what I believe was the owner answered. Right away, he started calling his supplier while I was still on the phone trying to track down the exact tank I wanted. That level of service was impressive. Within about 15 minutes, everything was handled and I was able to place the order. He even matched online pricing. Since that first phone call, I've been making the drive from Westchester to shop there for some really amazing fish. Anytime I have questions--or even random algae problems--Craig, the owner, has been an absolute expert and incredibly helpful. You can tell he has years of experience, and it makes a huge difference for customers like me. Great store, great service, and an owner who truly knows his stuff. Highly recommend. read more

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Best aquarium service I have ever experienced. The owner and the staff knowledge are outstanding. Honestly explaining any little details for any need. The owner Craig is one of the most reliable,helpful, and honest persons I have ever met. He is the one who helped me set up my saltwater tank with all the automated water filter system, cooling and so on, he was there overseeing the project making sure everything will turn out the way it supposed to be. Guided me through all the details, making sure I comfortable and happy with my fish tank. And he is there to help me out 24/7 with any kind of aquarium emergencies. So all being said, go visit his shop you won't be disappointed!!!! Thank you so much Craig , and a big thanks to your team! You are the best!!! read more

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Fun place to walk around,very knowledgeable. Fresh water fish are healthy with a good selection.

I have 3 gorgeous tanks a 210 and two 150's I buy pretty much everything from Craig and I live an hour away from his place... He is so patient with me gives me great advice... Thank you Craig!! read more

Large selection of aquarium and koi--even very large koi. Staff is knowledgeable. Fish appear to be properly cared for.

Their in home service is fantastic, Ive had them servicing my 37 gallon tank for 4 months now. But don't expect alot of help when you walk into the store unless you know exactly what you want. read more

Beital,s Aquarium is best of the best hands down recently got a custom-made tank from them beautiful done their owner of Beital Craig personally set up my tank he is very knowledgeable what he do and he's funny too. very happy with it . make sure when he come to your house set up the tank offer him a bottle of water and he will rock . read more

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I live right around the corner from the store it is a huge warehouse of fish and fish supplies both fresh and salt water. I've been going to the store for several decades . I've seen in other reviews people commenting about pricing. Everyone should keep in mind this is a brick and mortar store with a huge footprint with huge overhead so to compare their prices to Amazon really isn't fair and Craig will standby everything he sells. For me it's a local neighborhood, brick and mortar store that I am happy to support and give my hard earned dollars to. I guess people need to decide what's more important to them . I have always been treated very nicely there. Don't be afraid to speak up and ask for help from the owner or manager. They have a large number of employees that just clean Tanks and may not be able to answer your questions, but certainly the owner and manager can. I see customers coming to Beital's from the entire tri-state area for their aquarium needs. It really is that special of a place. read more

Once again , I have used Beitels for my fourth aquarium. Their dedication to service and detail are second to none . For over the past 10 years, I have had a tank which they serviced and maintained this tank was 50 gallons . I sold my home and moved in September, and during the transition to my new home, I was undecided on a fish tank. After careful consideration, I decided to go in and see Craig . He came over, and we talked he measured, and we decided on a new 150-gallon tank . Craig and his staff spent several days setting up my tank . It is nothing short of spectacular . I am happy to be back in the Beitels family . Michael R Upper Saddle River read more

Bought a few koi's here before . So reason for these stars .. I parked guy from inside came out said are you handicapped with a very rude tone and said unless you can't walk you can't park there was coming here for some coral and needed new koi's will never come back very rude there's no handicap signs in front/ let alone a pickup truck was blocking the front door how would a wheelchair get in since he's so worried? All he cared about was making that sale. The guy was a short chunky dude needs to fix his tude to customers or could of said something respectfully if there's no signs how could you act that way?? Btw we do have a handicap pass // after that left and drove away right after went to a Aquariam place in Clifton nj No prices on things witch is a red flag and over priced read more

This is such a great fish store. They have literally EVERYTHING you need to build a beautiful fish tank. There are literally wall to wall tanks full of fish, and reptiles. The staff was really nice and helpful and answered all of our questions. If saltwater fish are your thing, this is the place for you. They have a huge assortment and saltwater fish scattered throughout a several tall walls of tanks. So many beautiful and interesting fish to check out. We were there looking at Coral rocks to add to our tank and they didnt disappoint! There were so many to choose from.. every shape and size you can imagine. We ended up buying several rocks and our tank is simply gorgeous. I didnt know you werent allowed to take pics of the fish. Im a newbie so I was unaware that it could stress out the fish. I took a couple pics before I noticed the sign. (oops!) I wasnt using a flash so Im pretty sure I didnt do any damage to any fish though. We will definitely be back for more fish or accessories for our tank very soon. read more

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I just wanted to say that I have been a customer here for over 20 years. Craig and his staff offer top shelf service and the best selection of fish and accessories anywhere. Craig custom built my tank in 2002 and is still going strong. His service teams are excellent as well. If you enjoy the hobby, so see Craig at Beital's Aquarium. John Di Lapi read more

Beital's Aquariums - Custom Salt Tank - Aquarium Services Near Me - Pearl River, New York

Very beautiful store with a variety of fish but that's about it. Staff was not readily available or accommodating. They were rude and made me wait even though I was the only costumer in the store. I couldn't tell how much anything actually was because there were no prices or names of the fish on the tanks. But there were some dead fish In the tanks if that makes you feel better. Not to mention over stalked. So I had to wait. Someone came to help me and sounded very bothered to help. I asked how much a fish was and they told me an astonishing price for tiger barbs, which I could find for 3 at petsmart which I know isn't the best quality but I could also find them for 6 at another store where I buy all my fish from so I was dazed when I heard 10 for 1 fish in an over stocked tank with dead fish in it. No wonder the tanks are over stalked no one want to buy over priced fish read more

My name is Rashid and I have been going to beitals aquarium for around 25 yrs now , I must say he has everything you may want, no need calling him asking him does he have something cause trust me he has it ! Best selection of fish I have ever seen, if your looking for something special take a trip to beitals cause he has it read more

Very large fish store with a large selection but holy cow Is this guy over priced. Do yourself a favor take to 30 minute drive to absolutely fish in Clinton New Jersey read more

Sad to say but i was left out for my entire pond of koi fish to die 1 by 1 day by day week by week . I spoke to Craig several times. And for to say they're gonna die anyway was shocking and we`ll catch up next year is what he told me . . We may not have a $10.000 pond like everyone else but we had a pond with over 30 koi fish for years now left with none . you tell me . shame on you Craig @ Beital Aquariums 1 fish 2 fish or 30 fish . Shame on you . #Startingover read more

I have just set up my very first aquarium, a 120 gallon freshwater tank. I stopped in Beital's for my first crop of hardy fish to get things started. I've heard the negative reviews over the years, and have also heard their selection is huge (it is!) and that they are knowledgeable. After all, you can't be in business this long and not understand your "product." Will helped me chose a group of long fin tiger barbs and rosy barbs. I will admit it was a bit disconcerting to have him call the owner repeated with questions, but certainly not a big deal. Since these fish were going in a new tank being cycled, I knew there was a risk of losing some of them. And of course, I have. The one I lost behaved strangely before dying and after speaking to Deb on the phone, I emailed a video. They have been extremely helpful in making sure I've got things set up properly, and have responded to all of my questions with lots of beginner-friendly information. Don't go if a warm & fuzzy experience is critical to you; but do go if you want a large selection and good support. read more

Not only the greatest selection ever, Craig is the ultimate expert and has been involved with tripodal fish since his early childhood. Most importantly, anytime I call with a crisis, day or night, Craig or someone is over at my home very quickly. You cannot find that kind of response and concern for his customers anywhere read more

Holy fish I've never seen a place like this! Currently doing some research so that we can get a fish tank in my conference room at work. I've been contacting places that can do everything from setup to maintenance. I called ahead, spoke to Craig before arriving and did some research online. I found some negative reviews online but figured you don't stay in business for this long without doing something right. So I stopped in. First of all this place is massive! I've never seen a place like this. I walked around for a bit and was so impressed with all the color and variety. Even the freshwater fish were so diverse and colorful. They have everything here. Tanks, decor, fish, eels, even manta rays! I met with Craig who spent a lot of time with me showing me some different options and setups. We talked about size, aesthetic, maintenance options, and price. I was glad he spent so much time answering my questions. Now to the reason for losing a star: pricing. I recognize that I don't know a ton about this hobby but, as I mentioned, I have been meeting with other companies and doing my research. For what I am looking for, I was quoted a super rough estimate which was about 50% higher than other companies. Even when looking at the tanks I noticed the prices being a lot higher than other places I've been. If they were a bit more competitive, they would have my business hands down. But because the prices are a bit high we might not end up using them. I will definitely be back though! This place has inspired me to start my own tank and in terms of fish - they are far superior to anything I've seen. read more

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Went to get a catfish for my mbuna tank. Saw that a Syndontis Patricola was marked down $10.00 (still expensive at $55.00) but it was what I wanted to complete my community cichlid tank. Get the fish home, and, lo and behold, the poor thing had one severely deformed eye, the other side was a pit (no socket) totally missing an eye. This causes me to have to return the fish, and then they wanted to give me a store credit.. when I wanted a refund to my credit card. The owner Craig then got all ballistic with me, and saying how he monitors his tanks like a hawk, at which point I said "how did you miss a one-eyed, blind catfish" if you monitored the tanks so closely? While waiting for my credit, I saw three tanks with dead fish being consumed by other fishes, and several african cichlids with suken bellys. Craig- you need to practice (and train your staff) at better communication skills and not put back a severely damaged fish back in your stock. Thirty some-odd years of bad practices don't make you a pro.. and neither does a nasty mouth. PS- Ironically, got better quality fish from PetSmart and PetCo. People were also way nicer. read more

Great service and selection. Craig the owner knows his stuff and goes the extra mile to take care of his customers.

This Aquarium company is by far one of the best places to consider if you are looking to add an aquarium to your home! Impeccable service! They were attentive from the minute I walked in showing me the amazing collection of water creatures they have. My grandson and I were so impressed we had to get our own custom tank. The service was quick, they were clean and super patient in explaining and giving instructions as I am new to aquariums. Thank you Beital and crew for adding beauty to my home and for such great service!! read more

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unbelievably great selection it's a warehouse tropical fish African cichlids and salt water this is the one and only place to go The only downside is the owner is not exactly Mr. friendly (maybe just had a bad day but extremely knowledgeable nonetheless ) putting it aside all the other helpers are ready and willing to assist read more

This place looks like playground for fish lovers you will find everything you need ! Thank you Jeff for your help

Bought many fish at this place and spent a lot of money (over $10,000) Never again. The selection is good. The owner - horrible. He will pick a fight with customers for no reason on the simplest disagreement. He is very petty, cheap, greedy dishonest and stupidly aggressive. No appreciation whatsoever. Stay away!!!! there are other place who will treat their customers better. I just found another complaint from another ex-customer. Read the following and you will get sick: https://www.ripoffreport.com/reports/beitals-aquariums/pearl-river-new-york-10965/beitals-aquariums-beitals-scams-alert-sick-fish-pearl-river-new-york-1213250 read more

I would rate this aquarium a zero if I was allowed. Less than a month ago, I went to Beital's for the first time. It was the most convenient option to my house, as the aquarium I had previously used had closed. I went to buy a suckermouth catfish (pleco) for my 30-gallon fresh-water tank that held my 4-year old blood parrot cichlid -- Larry. I was going to be traveling, and wanted to do a little renovation in his tank so that he could keep himself happy and busy while I was gone. Larry was a resilient fish -- over the years, he had survived road trips with me from Washington DC, to New York twice when my work wasn't stable and I had to move twice. This fish had withstood a lot, and he had comfortably been growing into his large size. I took very good care of Larry's tank, and understood its processes. I had to take good care of it for him to live as long as he did. On the day that I went to Beital's Aquarium, I decided that with such a large tank and only one fish (Larry), that I would instead get two suckermouth catfish for his tank. These types of fish are usually so inexpensive (at my previous aquarium, these fish had cost me $15 each), and I wanted to do something nice for the tank and they would help to keep it clean. I also purchased some extra gravel (priced at about $8 for a small bag) which was washed for me at the aquarium by one of the helpers. A strange thing that I noticed was that all of this guy's workers were either Asian or African, and didn't speak English very well, and the way he spoke to them and ordered them around lead me to wonder about their working conditions. It was just a strange feeling, but I took note. They however were very helpful and professional, but he seemed rather aggressive with them. The last thing I purchased was a piece of wood for the tank. At first, I had seen some dried, treated pieces on the shelves. But the owner aggressively told me it would be better if I take one of the pieces of wood straight from the tanks themselves -- that way I wouldn't have to wash it or worry about it turning my water brown. All I had to do was put it straight into my tank when I got home. He said he wouldn't charge me extra for this -- at around $15. I spent a good hour in the aquarium with one of the employees working hard to take care of all these things for me. From collecting the specific fish I wanted to washing the new gravel, and then retrieving the piece of wood from one of the tanks as instructed by the owner -- and then carefully wrapping it in plastic at the owners instructions so that the moisture wouldn't leak through. So, I expected to pay around $50-$60 dollars -- that seemed very reasonable. However, the owner charged me $110. I know I should have walked right out of there, but I had already spent so much time and I was traveling in only the next couple of days -- in that moment I felt like I had no choice but to pay. And I was so angry with myself afterwards for letting him take advantage of me like that. He even tried to get more money out of the sale by telling me I needed some kind of special food for the suckers -- and he said so in a very condescending and nasty tone, as though I had no idea what the hell I was doing. I couldn't possibly, right? As a woman. In any case, I was happy to get home and give my fish Larry a couple of new friends and a new piece of tank wood to play in and hide behind. And within a week, my 4-year old blood parrot cichlid was dead. My family who had been taking care of him while I was gone called me with the news. And it broke my heart, because I know how strong that fish was. I know how much he'd been through with me, and survived. And I blamed myself and felt like I had killed him. My sister found and arranged for a real estate agent who is a lover of fish tanks and aquariums to come and take my tank and the remaining sucker fish -- I told her I couldn't handle seeing that tank without Larry in it, just get rid of it. The man was very kind, and we gave him the tank and everything in it for free. He told us that he as about 6 other fish tanks in his home, and he's an avid enthusiast. He told us it didn't make sense that Larry suddenly died. So he tested the water and the tank. And what he found was a bacteria growing on the wood that had been sold to me. He told my family without a doubt in his mind, that was what killed Larry. After the owner who treated me like I knew nothing, and charged me easily twice as much as he should have, and who was incredibly nasty and aggressive, said just put the wood straight into the tank. And that was it -- it killed my fish. I don't even care about the money. I feel sick that an innocent creature was killed, and all this man cared about was the money. Shame on you. read more

absolute worst customer service. the owners are sooo rude. if i could give triple zero stars i would. they don't even deserve one. i have never ever been to a place with owners that speak to customers the way they do. i wouldn't spend a single penny at this place. they are so overpriced on top of being disrespectful to customers. i don't care how long you've had a business by speaking disrespectfully to customers you won't keep any. maybe the owner should learn how to speak with some respect and he would get better reviews because all i see on here is the same issues people are complaining about just like i am. the way he spoke to my boyfriend telling him "your not asking me a question ,i'm not hearing one from you, i have things to do" doesn't keep customers my friend. take your business else where. absolute fish in clifton awesome selection, better prices and such a friendly staff who actually care about there customers and not just trying to make a sale. you'll thank me later :) read more

6 months later and the beautuful aquatic RES habitat is still a favorite place to view. Turtles have crystal clear water and everything working flawlessly. Although Craig designed a ultra quiet system I added a water fall, wave maker and additional basking and night lights to enhance viewing and the background sounds let us enter the area without all 4 turtles stopping to beg for food. We get to observe their natural behaviours now including mating dances. Apparently we have one male and 3 females. I saw my review and wanted an update 6 months later. The cabinet is beautiful and guests are always delighted to see this grand display. The crystal clarity is now better than ever and remarkable. I added nitrification and other beneficial bacteria and have a full water chemistry testing kit and test stripes. The turtles have grown and are very active. Good to know if I have a a problem I can't solve Craig Beitels is there to back me up. Quality and reliability are the most important thing to me. I got lucky and made the best choice finding Beitels. read more

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Fantastic store, amazing selection, super service. Multiple fish purchased from this store have been super healthy and far superior to anything that you can purchase in a regular pet store. There is a large variety of the basic, cheaper fish up to exotic salt water variety. Great place to get a home aquarium set up. Highly recommend! read more

I have tried to give this place multiple chances but now I'm done. Every time I've been in there NO ONE offers to help and when we finally have to ask someone after 10 mins of wandering around they make up prices and will sell you anything even if it's not safe for your tank just to make money. Today our FOURTH fish died that we purchased from Beitals. We have have a great tank that has been running with plenty of other healthy fish (that we didn't purchase here) that have been in there for almost a year. I will never ever come back here, I do not recommend 0/10. read more

The place.......5 STARS The fish..........5 STARS The owner?....NEGATIVE 5 STARS I have been going to this place and it's earlier location for years. Owner starts out friendly, but makes up prices ALL THE TIME. He doesn't seem to care about virtually anything but making money. I am confused because he has a GREAT selection. One of the best, BUT he is so condescending and rude it makes me want to take my business elsewhere. Why so angry Craig? You're losing loyal customers and new customers! Take a massage or anger management course! Do something! Just watch how he treats his own staff (in front of the customers!) and you'll experience what I have seen EVERY time I go into that place. It's not worth spending your hard earned money just because the selection is great. Owner Craig needs to deal with some issues I believe. Hope you get it together for the hobby's sake! read more

I just want to say that Craig Beitals aquarium is one of the most professional people I've ever met and dealt with I've been having reef tanks for over 15 years this is my fourth tank so decided to get a custom made by Craig he built me a 540 gallon sapphire glass tank ghost overflows the build quality and craftsmanship is remarkable the customer service and service team that came to install the tank What is very professional was a big job took 14 people to get it in the house went super smooth they really know what they're doing and I couldn't be happier with the overall project overall great experience going to continue to call Greg for any thing I need in the future thanks again!!!!!!!! read more

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I recently bought 4 cichlids from here. The fish are doing great and they have an excellent selection. However, they need to work on their customer service they have a big store I keep asking employees for information on the fish such as pricing and no one knew they always had to get the manager. When I went up to pay I realized how high the prices were. I gave this place a try but will continue to go to my go to store Fish Hut. Way better prices! read more

Went here this weekend to buy hubby a fish for our anniversary for our salt water fishtank. When we inquired how much for the blue tang, the salesman had to asked the owner, who replied "lots!!" , lots? what's lots??, says the salesman, like hundreds lots?", 'yes, hundreds!!" the owner replies. After that, we were completely ignored as we continued to look around anyway. We traveled over an hour to get to this place! OMG!! Are you kidding?? Do they want to sell anything or is their business commercial only!!??? They certainly won't sell that way! We walked out and will not be going back! read more

The owner is a complete douche - rude and unfriendly. Walked in one day with my 6 year old son to get a fish for our aquarium and the guy refused to sell it us "because he was closing down" - however he allowed us to "look". read more

Be very careful who you hire for your expensive hobby. In dealing with the owner Craig, I thought was a dream and what a nightmare it became, he talks a good game but has no knowledge of tank maintenance nor does the staff. It is just a money making venture for them. Whatever needs you have check the WEB you will find it at least 50% less. The cleaning of my tank from the staff was terrible with supposed years of experience they do not even know how to test the water conditions correctly. I strongly suggest you look elsewhere Happy reefing read more

Went in on Sunday morning looking for Bichers, I knew if anyplace had them in a large size it would be these guys. Looked around for ten minutes found somethings I liked. Owner guy helps me out and I bought two beautiful specimens for my sons tank. The selection is a bit overwhelming but just relax take your time and you will find what you need. Dont be afraid to go to the office and ask questions. They have the answers! read more

I have had nothing but great service from them and they always a solution to every issue I have. Beital's prices are great and if issues do come up they always find a solution. read more

Don't buy fish at Beitals. Every time i purchased fish, especially Discus, they don't last no more than a week and from my most recent experience, the employee was pulling out two dead fish to give me mine! read more

Your review helps others learn about great local businesses. Horrible experience at Beital's Aquarium in Pearl River-won't ever shop there again-charged 3x's the cost of a product sold online then thrown out of store when they didn't like that I asked for a refund and I communicated this to them. Word to the wise buy your pond supplies elsewhere read more