Great Place, Great Fish! Has lots of discus, flowerhorn and other cool cichlids. Great customer service and super nice owner.

If you're looking for rare and pretty betta fishes, I will say that this store has some of the best looking bettas that I have seen amongst the many fish stores. Priced around $27ish for one betta, make sure to realllllly look at the health of the fish. While pretty in look, I noticed quite a few bettas being a bit lifeless and the water quality didn't look all that stellar. In terms of fishes and plants, definitely very pricey at this store. If you're looking for more common fishes like guppies, neon tetras and such, I would recommend checking out other fish stores that sell these at a more reasonable rates. For the plants, not a big variety and much too expensive when compared to other fish stores. If you're looking for discus fishes, this place seems to be pretty specialized in it. Not sure on how much discus usually cost but there's quite the variety here to check out. Finally, this is just a note that parking will always be a challenge in Chinatown/International District. Make sure to lock your car and leave nothing valuable in sight since this is a slightly sketchy part in the area. read more

Independent fish stores is a rarity. King's has been a go to place for me since I was in my tweens. I love supporting your Mom and Pa's. If you want to find more rare and higher quality type fish, go to King's . The owner is very sweet and really does her best to give you a fair price. Fair is relative people. If you want fancy high quality fish, you will pay $50.00 and more for anything. If you need to stay in budget, you might want to visit big box chain stores. I frequent King's alot and will continue to do so. read more

They used to be in Chinatown and happy to see that they are still around - in a different locale. Was looking to add a couple of goldfish to my troop, but good selections are hard to come by in those other chain stores; and independent stores are hard to come by. Decided to go and seek them out, almost did not trust my GPSbut glad that I did. The location is in a residential neighborhood - but all good! They have a pretty wide selection and the they were pretty healthy looking and good quality. Got a couple of goldies - a black, butterfly tail oranda, just gorgeous, and a cute baby orange Ryukin. So far, so good and all are frisky and getting along! Recommend this place to go visit. read more

King's Discus - Local Fish Stores Near Me - Seattle, Washington

They have moved to a residential area from Chinatown. The quality of fish is good but I think the pricing all over the place. Makes me wonder if they just come up with some random number that just pop out of their head when you asked them the question. This is the only shop in town as far as I know that has good variety of discus. read more

There are two kinds of shoppers, those who enjoy mom and pop shops, and those who prefer chain retail stores. I am one who prefers small business and supporting my local community. This review will speak to those who are of similar mind. As an aquascaper having the right fish to compliment the plants, rocks and wood is difficult to find. I went to several small businesses and they did not seem to have the knowledge or patience as I experienced when I met Lisa at King's Discus. At first I was a little hesitant as I am sure many others can relate because the business is based out of her garage. However she does have a proper business license posted for that location and explained that she recently relocated from the international district. I was looking for some specific fish that she did not have in stock that day at that location. However she was able to get them for me and I picked them up the next day. The fish that I were able to get the first day were picked out specifically for what I wanted. Lisa had a lot of patience with me during this process and I appreciate her for it. If you are a person who enjoys mom and pop type shops and are looking for some fish, fish supplies go check this place out. If she doesn't have it in stock she may just be able to get the fish for you too. read more

There are many discus in this store like I expected. They also have good selection of "beginner" fish. The fish are healthy but they should label the price of the fish. It's a good place to buy fish but they don't have enough types/varieties of plants and decor like drift wood. The owner was friendly and helpful. read more

King's Discus - Local Fish Stores Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I bought 2 guys from here, they look cute and healthy, service so good, here have a lot kind fish read more

King's Discus - I bought 2 guys from here, look cute and healthy and service so good, they have a lot kind fish - Local Fish Stores Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I honestly don't like to write reviews on things unless it needs to be said. I completely understand that it's tough running the place just by herself and it can get to a person. But the store didn't look as great as it did a few years back and prices was just randomly given out. To be fully honest, I would have purchased 5 or more discus if the price was even remotely competitive to all discus sellers now a day. Small (3-4.5") size discus cost over $100-$155 per fish same price as their big size (5-6.5"). I can literally order online same size of discus from Myrtle beach or Uncle Sam for way cheaper ranging anywhere from $30 - $60 bucks a fish with high quality and guaranteed live arrival next day shipping. I honestly think that if price was dropped to $30 - $60 bucks for average size they would make a killer. They have great quality fish her don't get me wrong but no one in the right mind would pay $300 for 2 3-4.5" discus when someone can order it online for bigger size and more. Only reason I gave this place a 2 stars instead of 1 star is because of the quality of the discus there. Price is completely horrible and needs to be reevaluated. Please take this into consideration and not that I want to hate on the store and I would really love to see this store back to how it was when I use to kept fish back in 2010 (kept African cichlids) just got back into the hobby (keeping discus now). Wish the store best of lucks. read more

Don't be fooled by is outside this is a Great place to go if you're looking for some big-boy fish, they also have a decent selection of small fish. Not your boring average variety of fish either. I believe they're all freshwater but I could be wrong. They also have a very healthy looking bettas, much bigger and stronger looking than the ones you would find at the go-to pet store. Helps to call ahead. read more

I decided to set up a tank dedicated to discus in large part after seeing the gorgeous fish they stock here. After a lot of planning & research I purchased 6 discus from King's and I couldn't be happier with my new fish. They are all outgoing, enthusiastic eaters with great confirmation and breathtaking colors. While I had a pretty good idea of what I was looking for, the lady working the store was very helpful in pointing out the especially good looking fish in each tank. I've had them for two weeks now and they are doing very well with no signs of any disease. I would definitely purchase from Kings Discus again. read more

King's Discus - Local Fish Stores Near Me - Seattle, Washington

I have been shopping at King Discus for about a year and a half now, and I have NEVER been dissapointed. Kevin and his family are charming as well as knowledgeable and helpful. The prices at King Discus are very reasonable, sometime almost too good. The selection of items, like filters and medicine, are excellent, although if you want something very specific call them ahead of time. The biggest seller for me, however, is how well he takes care of his fish. You are always going to have the inevitable couple of fish who will just not do well, but what I've noticed about Kevin that I truly respect is that if he get's a couple of sick fish, he quick to act to isolate them and treat them as well as protect any of their shipping/tank mates. What's more, he is constantly cleaning tanks, working on projects, cleaning the place, making sure the pH balance and everything is in order and healthy...he is constantly looking out for the welfare of his fish. I have never been to a fish store as well kept, healthy, and alive as his. It really is wonderful. None of the fish I've ever bought from Kevin have been ill or in poor condition, they're all healthy and happy. King Discus is excellent, I highly recommend them to everyone who needs fish supplies. Check 'em out. read more

So I know nothing about fish, tanks, aquariums, or plastic treasure chest decor. I needed to buy some activated charcoal in order to keep the moisture in terrariums from going rank. If you're like me, you're always eager to stroll into and experience a business in the International District, but maybe, just maybe, you're a wee bit intimidated by the ID-ness of it all. Will I know what in the hell to do when I walk into a crowded little specialty shop that's likely run by an ancient, but knowledgeable Asian man? (Don't judge me!) The owner was eating lunch when we walked in, but he quickly, kindly, happily helped us with our easy purchase. We walked away very happy. Plus they have all kinds of cool things to gawk out, fishly speaking. Forever and ever, they shall fill my activated charcoal needs! read more

One of 3 fish stores in Chinatown. Three, why are there 3 concentrated in one district? Well, whatever it is, it's good for me as I can park once and walk to 3 places on the same day. Of the 3, this is the cleanest and best kept. Lots of fish here in large well lit and clean tanks. Not a dead fish did I see. Seems a family affair as husband and wife were tottering around answering customer questions and there was at least one little tot wandering around, a real life Mom and Pop shop. Prices were fair, a good selection of fish. read more

I was excited to go to this store for the first time to check them out, and see what they have. I paid for parking and walked over. They are supposed to open at 10:30... at 10:55 their lights were off and door locked. I thought maybe they forgot to unlock the door or something, so I called their main line. I thought I had the wrong number because someone answered "hello?" I was then told that they went to get fish and would be back at 12pm and to come back later. I peeked in the window, and was excited to see some stuff I haven't seen in other aquarium stores. I will be going back to try again, but first experience was bleh. read more

This store is pricy and the fish quality was bad. The only reason I went to this store is because I was specifically looking for discuses, and they are the only shop around that have selection of discuses. I brought 3 discuses there at first, but they did not look good. Asked the owner if the fish were healthy and she said yes. I asked that because one discus was already looking kind of weak in the bag (the fish was on its side floating). She tap the bag and the fish swim straight up again. Then she said she'll guarantee 7 days, and told me to call if I have any problems. After I got home and was able to get a better look, the discuses has some white growth on it. So I put them in the quarantine tank to treat them. And the next day one discus passed away, it did not make it overnight. Called the store and the owner told me I can come back in a few day and exchange the fish because they did not have any small discuses at the moment. And blame the discus did not adjust well to my water(which is not true, because there were growth on the fish, and the other fish were fine). After a few days I went back and got 2 more discuses from their new shipments. That is when I realized that all the discuses from the first batch were all sick/weak. The second batch of discuses were way more active compare to the first batch. All discuses are quarantine in the same tank and only the first batch are not doing well. So that's when I realized the fish were not taken care of in the store, since the new shipment of the fish are more lively and healthier. Spend more than 300$ there and I regret it. I thought shop locally would be better, but I should of just get the discuses online that are healthier and better color. Will not return to this store ever again read more

I had read the mixed reviews on Yelp about this place, and when I walked in the bad reviews were confirmed. While some of the tanks were clean, they were bare bones - not one accessory or gravel in any of the tanks. Believe it or not this makes a difference for the quality of life of the fish. There were many dead fish in the tanks and some of the fish were sick. The angel fish in the back had decaying fins and obviously were not doing well. The bottom row of tanks on each wall generally were empty, but some water and plants had been left for what looked like months. They were algae/mold ridden and looked like chores nobody wanted to do. It was disgusting. The tanks look more like what you would see at a live fish market - product ready to be killed and eaten. Even if they had the products I wanted, I couldn't bring myself to buy from this business. I can't believe people support them - they are not kind to their fish. read more

Tried this shop another time, no, nothing has improved. This time we found a lot more tanks without water, all in need of a good cleaning, looked to be abandoned. Noticeded a lot of fish looked emaciated and of low quality. Worst of all the danio tank on the register counter had no oxygen nor aeration. Lady confronted me today about my previous review, I read my review on her phone, I pointed out things were the same, nothing had been improved, kinda funny, but she looked pissed. read more

I went inside and saw rows and aisle so many different tropical fish. It made me think of the movie finding Dory when there were all of the different fish in her original home at sigourney weaver's. The woman was kind and sweet. She laughed with my son while I bought my fish net and fish food for his 3 fish (Dory, Nemo, and Nemos dad) Thank you! read more

Stay away from this place! The store is supposed to open at 10:30 in the morning, but when we arrived at 10:45 the store was still closed. We contacted the staff and asked if the store will be open soon. The lady who answered the phone was extremely rude, and grew inpatient. She raised her voice and yelled, "I got stuck in traffic!" and hanged up immediately. Too bad we did not even get to inside the store. read more

I really liked this fish store, only reason I am not giving 5 stars is because the selection of fish is limited. I thought their prices were fair and the tanks were clean. I would buy from them again. If you are looking for flower horns, discus or giant gouramis, this is the place to go. read more

Pretty cool atmosphere to be in......of course most of the times I just come in here to look around but the owner is always willing to answer questions and help out customers. read more

Horrible. last time I went in the only saltwater tank they had was infested with majono's or how ever they are spelled. Plus ask a question and see if they are capable of answering it correctly. tried to sell me a torch coral telling me it was a bubble tip anemone. I guess if all you have is a freshwater than this place is alright but there salt water is horrible and so is their knowledge on saltwater read more

A great selection of discuss and some rare fish. The employee was very helpful and nice. You should definitely check this place out if your in the area read more

My best friend swear by this place, since it's really good with fish and supples for major fish afficianados. Of course, that's not all they carry since they have an expansive array of amphibians and reptiles as well [which are my favorite!] read more

This is a fun place to stroll through. They have some good prices and many cool cichlids from the Far East. They've been playing the same ambient track on the stereo every time I've been in here and I look forward to it. The people who run the store are knowledgeable. Worth checking out. read more

I am an avid aquarist and spend regular time in all the local aquarium stores.... this was my first time shopping at King Discus and I have to say-- they have some of the best maintained fish I've ever seen...... they even out beat some major aquariums! Super friendly, very knowledgable owner and impeccable fish! I bought a beautiful Calico Ryukin for my 75 and the owner promised to guide me through my upcoming discus set up. I will definitely be coming back! read more

Such a great family owned store! The lady is so genuine and highly educated with years and years of fish experience! She focuses highly on show quality discus as well for angles and misc fish. Especially German blue rams!!' Gorgeous! Not the right place if you are looking for plants, and other things larger pet stores offer, but all in all! Such a great place, especially for us local SEATTL people! She had a good selection of frozen foods too which is awesome! Definitely recommend! Just remember it's a small local family owners business and not a mass produced cooperation! read more

Nothing particularly bad about this place, just not what I was liking for. I want a fish that can live alone in a medium/small aquaponics setup. This place has some nice, expensive fish. If you want to find interesting fish for a large aquarium, this is the place to go. If you are just getting started, maybe try somewhere else. read more

Very helpful owner, full of knowledge and more than willing to share it! Shop is good, tons of Arowanas; All silvers, from 8" to about three feet! Customer service is the best I've ever encountered; Close second would be Huey over at Little Amazon on Aurora Ave. read more

This is the best fish store I've ever been to. Every organism in the place was glowing with health, and the guy behind the counter was knowledgeable, helpful, and interested. If you don't see something, ask him -- it may well be stashed in the back. read more

Some of the reviews here made me second guess checking out this store but I decided to anyway so I could see it for myself. I thought it was quite impressive for being run by only one person, it seems like she is doing a really good job caring for the fish. Last Friday I purchased a Discus from here and he is doing wonderful, very healthy, and a big eater. Although the prices may be high, if you take into account the cost of shipping fish it would come out to be about the same as if you purchased Discus online. I personally don't like to purchase fish online so I was very happy to have found this store. Thank you for the beautiful Discus! read more

General awesomeness. I got a heart parrot cichlid here and he is cute and very healthy. The owner is very friendly and knows everything about fish. We go all the time and he knows us well. The only complaint I have is the lack of selection on supplies, but he does have most things you would need. We get all our bloodworms there, and most treatments as they are needed. Good prices I think too. read more

Only fish, and it smelled bad, I can take awful smells, but it smelled like rotten fish and algae. No one around to help.

This place is really the only show in town for me. I'm a discus lover and they really bring in top quality fish, comparable to those I've seen in Tokyo, Singapore and Bangkok. Some of their fish have show-quality confirmation, and i have not seen any signs of disease in the fish I have purchased. I have had several for four years, going strong. Prices are very good. The folks who run the place are helpful and pleasant. I drive 55 miles into Seattle to get to this shop, and the parking is difficult. But I keep doing it. It well deserves five stars. read more

This fish store is an amazing place. The workers are very nice. The people that don't like this should go fuck their ass.

My experience at this shop has been the same as everyone else who's written here. Great shop with a wonderful, friendly & informed owner (lovely wife and kid, too--let her cut your hair next door!), and healthy beautiful fish. King Discus is a hidden gem. read more

I have two Discus in my 150 gal. tank and they are doing very well, and was looking to add many more. I do regular water changes twice a week, as well as tank cleaning. If that's not enough, I have a professional (fish) care taker come in every 3 months to double check and make sure I'm on the right track. (all good) So March 16th I go to this store to add to my collection, I only buy one at a time to make sure to give it the up most care, when I walk in I was very shocked at the low selection of fish in the store. After spotting the fish that I wanted, the lady looked at the fish and said " that is $150 but I will give it to you for $90, a red flag should have gone off, but I though she did that because of the small size of the fish. After bagging it up, I had a closer look at the fish, and it didn't look so well, is he ok I asked, oh yah he is very healthy. One week later the fish was dead, when I went back, the lady running store tried to make me feel like I didn't know what I was doing, No refund, no exchange for a fish of equal value, " I'll give you 40%off if you buy a lot of fish. I ask "do you have something that tells customers you return policy" she points to a sign posted about 8 to 10 feet high near the ceiling. I asked " how many people come in looking up that high". That's it, trust me I will never go to this store again, even if the change it to a cigar shop,(2nd love ) read more