Lion Camp

(10 reviews)

125 gallon SPS & LPS reef system with fish…read more I had an emergency tank removal and long term livestock storage (3-6 months) request October 2019. Then COVID happened... I understand the lag with the reinstallation, establishment and acclimation, thats a nonissue. However, I was assured my tank would be transported and quarantined appropriately and healthily...that was not the case! Chris was very friendly, accommodating and helpful with the $3400 project of relocating and storing my tank. It WAS dingy, but it was still a healthy ecosystem! Every time, he showed up ~around~ the agreed time, and seemed frazzled and rushed; I do understand and appreciate fast paced work. Mind you, he was careless with my respawned-dead-coral and my coral-bearing live rock. See the pics below. He broke most of the REAL coral pieces I had and "lost" or killed the rest. What I had respawned was OBVIOUSLY left in the can for months on a patio. Killing everything! I was told it would be taken care of...not the case! After months of waiting (due to the shutdown) we scheduled a setup and he provided the water (brackish at best, 1.016) and "dead rock" and a fraction of, my coral, but not the valuable branch and stag horn coral pieces I had previously. Nor MY fish, or colonies... he did offers a few condolence fish and cheap--cheap corals (lacking color to this day) and a sob story about how he had a "bad order" that killed everything of mine and most of his tank as well. Most of what he brought died within 72 hours... All the while, I was told my tank would be quarantined for the health of both systems...definitely not the case! After a few months of establishment with my "dead rock" and my own cleanings and water changes he calls to bring my livestock back and do a cleaning and a water change. I was appreciative but nervous, to say the least, as I had already put new animals in. However, he WAS gracious enough to use my test kit to check my basic water parameters. Ammonia, PH and nitrites (a 5 minute job I usually do myself) and add a bucket of his water, due to evap...which raised my salinity from 37 to 40. It took another 6 1/2 months to find another 3.5" porcupine puffer, a yellow tang, that died after a few weeks, and a blue tang that actually survived, after the second try... Previously, I had an 8" porcupine pufferfish that was VERY happy, not finicky and non-aggressive. He had a personality and, believe it or not, learned tricks! They're one of the smartest fish in the ocean. Yet, in return, I got an aggressive (wild) baby that wont eat when fed. He likes my inverts more. I've lost stars, coral, hermits, emerald, crabs and even cleaner shrimp... After all this, I talked to him about just having my tank back, nothing more, nothing less. Yet, in a seemingly childish response he brought me a dozen 'low-grade' corals, I didn't have before, didn't want, and didn't need and refused to take them back in a effort to quell my disdain. He reluctantly agreed to a ~one week warranty on everything he delivered but when I told him all but two them were dead within days, forcing me to do a 50% water change, he shrugged it off. Leaving me with a bland polyp colony and a dying hairy mushroom. He WAS, however, helpful with having my acrylic tank buffed to a 'minimum' standard which was appreciated. Im still missing pieces...

After a minor flood in my home, I needed to get my 180-gallon freshwater aquarium moved so new…read moreflooring could be installed. I did some research, requested price quotes, and finally settled on Chris at LotsaFishies because he had good reviews, was extremely responsive, and affordable. Chris was great at providing invoices promptly so I could coordinate with my insurance company for payment. The initial plan was to move the tank to another room in my home, then return it to the original location after the flooring was installed. In the midst of repairs, we purchased a new home. Chris was very flexible with the changing timeline and scope of work. He partnered with me to coordinate a schedule that worked to move the tank after closing escrow on the new home but quick enough to not delay the repairs on our existing home. Both moves were done quickly at the agreed-upon time without any issues. I would recommend Chris and LotsaFishies for any of your aquarium needs.

The Love Aquarium

(106 reviews)

Came in yesterday with my mom Teresa. Doug was very helpful…read moreand kind. We learned a few things we were not doing right and things we need to do. My mom was very impressed with his perfectionism and knowledge. so was I. We will be going to them from now on for all are aquarium needs. Thanks for everything Doug. Teresa and Anthony...

For the Ichthyophiles in Escondido, you probably already know of The Love Aquarium on E Valley…read moreParkway, between Midway and Citrus on the south side of E Valley Parkway. Tucked away in an innocuous mall, as soon as you enter the driveway The Love Aquarium is straight ahead. Visiting The Love Aquarium is a tranquil experience away from the warm, dusty Eastside of Escondido. The employees are very knowledgeable and friendly. They have all the supplies you need to care for your aquarium, better than the pet store on the other end of Valley Parkway. You can learn a lot about the various aquatic creatures by just looking at the tanks upon tanks of fishes and asking questions on their journey from whatever exotic locations they came from. So, if you need help, supplies, advice or recommendations, come here ready to be educated and explore The Love Aquarium!!! Definitely a return visit call!!! I'll be back!!!

San Diego Aquariums

4.9

(9 reviews)

Great service! He communicates well on scheduling & is always on time & does a great job!read more

Great aquarium. Lots of interesting sea life. Great way to spend 2 hours. I would highly recommend.read more

Aquatica Corals and Custom Aquariums

4.8

(50 reviews)

Such a great experience when we walked into the store! They had a great selection of fish and…read morecorals. Ethan was super helpful and informative. He helped me with all my questions since I just recently started my first saltwater aquarium. This store is a bit further for me but definitely worth the drive for the customer service, care, and quality you will find here!

The service is over the top. I met the owner yesterday and he was willing to spend time and answer…read morequestions as all the people on staff. If you have time check out their YouTube channel and online sales as well. Great store

Live Water Aquariums

(9 reviews)

Great service and great prices. My filter in my pond was not working and needed work. I'm very…read morepleased with this company and my pond is on its way to looking clear again. Would recommend this place for sure!

Live Water Aquariums Transformed My San Diego Koi Pond - Absolutely Awesome Service!…read moreI can't say enough good things about Live Water Aquariums! They recently came out to my home in sunny San Diego for a full pond tune-up on my backyard koi setup, and wow--what a difference. The owner Mark himself showed up right on time, rolled up his sleeves, and dove right in (pun intended). He inspected everything from the filtration system to the water chemistry, cleared out some stubborn algae buildup, and even balanced the pH levels on the spot--our San Diego hard water can be tricky, but he nailed it without a hitch. My koi are swimming happier than ever, and the water is crystal clear, just like the Pacific on a good day. What's even better is that we signed up for their monthly maintenance plan on the spot. For a reasonable fee, they handle all the routine stuff--skimming debris, checking the pump and UV sterilizer, adding those beneficial bacteria to keep things eco-balanced, and monitoring ammonia/nitrite levels so I don't have to stress. No more weekend warrior sessions for me; I can just kick back in my backyard and enjoy the show. The guy is genuinely awesome--super knowledgeable, friendly, and treats your pond like it's his own. He shared tips on winterizing for our mild SoCal climate (like insulating the heater lines come December) and even recommended some hardy water lilies that thrive here. If you're in the San Diego area and need pro help for your pond or aquarium, Live Water Aquariums is the real deal. They've got my lifelong business. 10/10, would recommend to every fish-loving neighbor!

5 Star Aquariums

(26 reviews)

5 Star Aquariums really does earn their 5 STARS!! My…read moreaquarium was in such bad shape, the water where I live is extremely hard and fish just kept dying! I had given up on my tank ever sustaining fish and looking beautiful. Shane at 5 Star Aquariums came to my home and cleaned out the tank, filled it with proper water and brought everything else with him too! Gravel and lots of decorations to choose from. My tank looks so beautiful now and I am looking forward to getting some fish again. Thank you Shane!!

Always helpful!!! I was in a pinch for ro water after trying to go to our local store said open so…read morewe went in and they were actually closed. With no notice on the door.

Bob's Fish Services

3.0

(2 reviews)

Jonathan was extremely unprofessional and unreliable. He serviced my aquarium and 2 days later, all…read moreof my fish died. He denied that he was responsible and refused to replace the fish. I caution all of his existing clients as well as potentially new clients to go elsewhere.

Jonathan is really sweet. We have a single BETA fish. We don't want to hurt the little guy so…read moreJonathan comes in cleans his tank for us. It always looks amazing! We need more fish! Thank you, Jonathan!

Js Aquatics

(1 review)

I've been a little hesitant with services on my 187G mixed reef, but decided to reach out to a few…read morecompanies and came across Jason of Js. Aquatics. I'm so glad I did. He cleaned my tank with efficiency, was very thorough. Prices are extremely reasonable.

From the owner: We are a full service aquarium maintenance company. Offering goods and livestock…read more Extensive knowledge with a willingness to learn , attention to detail, and exceptional service are what we aim to provide.

San Diego Aquarium Cleaning

(3 reviews)

Chris took care of my 100 gallon mixed reef tank for over a month while I was out of town. He was…read moreflexible about the visits for my house sitters schedule, but also very reliable. I appreciated his attention to detail and the care he took in making sure that no minor issues became major ones. I'll recommend this service to my friends and also use this service again when needed.

He was very amazing the day very fast response he fit me in super quick in his schedule definitely…read morewill be having him come out to clean my tank often .. I definitely recommend everyone to call him if you need cleaning services

Jaguar Paw Bar

4.2

(64 reviews)

On Friday the 13th of February, my girl and I got engaged. To celebrate, I surprised her with a…read more5-course meal at Jaguar Paw and it was incredible from start to finish. The food was amazing, and when we mentioned we had just gotten engaged that day, they even hooked us up with a celebratory drink. Such a thoughtful touch, and we truly appreciated it. We had the roasted sesame salad, crab salad, steak for two, and cheesecake for two. We also drank mezcal all night and absolutely loved it. The staff were amazing the entire night welcoming, attentive, and genuinely kind. The ambience was also perfect for the occasion. Everything about the experience felt memorable, and we can't wait to celebrate our love there again

I loved this place but it didn't necessarily meet my expectations. But to be fair I put very lofty…read moreexpectations on it. I've been meaning to get here for a while. Literally since it opened. Tonight I decided to. It was a Friday night around 7pm. It was PACKED! I couldn't believe it. The wait to get a table was over a hour. They seemed understaffed. The two bartenders were also front of house and occasionally running and bussing. There's not a ton of seating. Maybe 15 tables that can fit either twos or fours. Max occupancy is around 60 it feels like. What was neat about the experience is that they also have live entertainment. The group that night played cumbia jazz. The "stage" area is pretty much a corner. They had 5+ musicians and when it was the trumpet or saxophone turn etc they had to come from outside (since it was so busy and filled) to play and then tagged the next person in. During the day it's a coffee shop. During the night it's dinner. I think I would absolutely come back but it would be during the weekday when it might be less busy. For the first hour, we crammed ourself at the bar. We ordered yuzu sour (soju, simple syrup, like, egg white), kalimotxo (red wine, coke), island time (passionfruit, pineapple, amaro, kombucha) and rubijito (sherry, sprite). All the drinks were fantastic. I was extremely happy about them. We were going to eat at the bar which is an exception they said, but last minute, someone got up and left. (There's no time limit). And we got two seats by the entrance. We ordered the Pescador sushi roll. Aguschili de res. Dumplings. And another sushi roll that I can't remember which sucks because that roll was fantastic. It was crunchy, packed full of flavor, wasn't too heavy. I believe it was Big Pawpi. The dumplings came in second place. I think the sauce that came with it was superb. The other dishes which is why I'm giving this a 3 star, were a bit disappointing. On paper, it looked good and the presentation was there. It just wasn't as filling nor did it scratch an itch. Despite the rating, I would recommend this place. We found parking right in front but was extremely lucky. The Main Street doesn't have much parking and it's always busy.

Sugar Sweet Farm

(118 reviews)

Our son Cruz has been going to Sugar Sweet Farm since he was 6 years old. Last summer, as he was…read moreapproaching 12, we thought it would probably be his final camp season. We were wrong. He signed up again this year, and when we picked him up today, he couldn't stop talking about all the fun he had--just like he did when he was 6. Seeing that kind of excitement after all these years truly melted our hearts. Now, Cruz is already looking forward to becoming a counselor one day. Elizabeth, Farmer Bubba, and the entire team are simply the best. You've created a place where kids make memories that last a lifetime. Parents, if you're looking for an incredible summer camp experience, Sugar Sweet Farm is the place to be. Thank you for all the memories.

I brought my 16month old nephew to here. We had so much fun and had an amazing day here…read more Sign up and sign the prior visit. Lots of animals and activities for kids. Turtle, chicken, snakes, lizards , dogs, bunny, horses, rabbits.. etc For activities; play grounds, face painting, art class, play room I would definitely bring him here again.

Fletcher Cove Park

4.7

(175 reviews)

I love running and tonight our Monday night run group had a route where we would pass this park but…read moresince I was already jogging solo and almost up to 3 miles of jogging, I took a short break & stopped here to take in how beautiful this beach park is. Its just beyond gorgeous and I know in the summer, there are concerts here (so I will come back for that). I didn't get down to the beach tonight (there are stairs down from the park) but I need to do that before summer is over. Restrooms available here too. Lovely park and there is a parking lot connected. I will definitely be back!

Been to this park a couple times .. once by myself and once with family. It's so nice here! There's…read morea small lot which makes parking kind of tricky, especially on the weekends.. however there are street parking and another lot across the street if you're lucky. There's a playground for kids to enjoy.. lots of park bathroom stalls available (with toilet paper and soap)! And the beach is only a short walking distance away. The views are spectacular and we all had a great time enjoying the scenery

Adventure Water Sports

4.2

(122 reviews)

Highly organized and professional, gave us a clear rundown of all the rules including speed limits…read morethroughout the bay, how to operate the jetski, etc. Had us watch an instructional safety video, even had us video with our own cameras the entire perimeter of the jetski itself so as to ensure no confusion in assessing for damage afterward which im assuming had been an issue in the past with other customers. But this is the right way to do it, esp with these frequently rented vehicles that can easily sustain minor damages if handled carelessly. The dude at the dock is also very helpful in helping you ride away from and approach the dock, the latter of which can be a little tricky. Other jetski rental services in the area have been far less clear and professional in my experience. And why deal with the choppy waves and high traffic of the Coronado area. Mission Bay's where it's at yo! And that makes this the go-to for some of the best jetskiing you can experience in SD and I'd say SoCal in general. Thank you guys for making my 11 yr old's birthday one to remember! (This is all he wanted to do lol)

This really made our trip. Andrew and the crew were great. Will definitely be coming back for a…read moreboat rental next time we are in town. Thank you guys for a ln awesome time.

Havasu Powersports

(35 reviews)

I love Yelp reviews!... a previous customer wrote a helpful review of this place that happened to…read morebe about the exact same situation I was in. When Sea-doo stopped making their jet boats, I couldn't find anyone other than where I bought the boat (2.5 hr drive from my home) to fix or maintain my Sea-doo 150 Speedster jet boat. Due to multiple circumstances, the boat unfortunately sat trailered and unused for the past 7 years, and definitely needed a refresh & couple of replacement parts before it was ready for the river again. So, no surprise I was SUPER excited and thankful to find Arteen and his shop, (especially only being a quick drive into Escondido)! He is very knowledgeable and easy to communicate with. This guy knows his stuff! So, if you're stuck with a Sea-doo jet boat, or have jet skis / waverunners that need some work or maintenance, I HIGHLY recommend contacting Arteen at Havasu Powersports! Thanks again Arteen! See ya next time our boat is in need of your help!

So stoked I found this spot. Took me a long time to find a great mechanic to work on my Yamaha FX…read moreSVHO. A lot of jet ski repair shops have mixed reviews, there is a reason this place doesn't have any bad reviews. They take tremendous pride in their work and customer hospitality and do the job the right way. I took my machine here after another shop botched an install. I won't be taking my Waverunner anywhere else. Highly recommended.

James A Stone Swimming Pool

3.3

(3 reviews)

Located behind the California Center of the Arts, the James A. Stone Municipal Pool is used for…read morevarious activities including party rentals. opening swim hours, and sports practices for water polo. Check website for more details on events and rental opportunities. Details - 25-yard swimming pool Small children's pool Heated Summer Open Hours - Saturday - Sunday: 2 - 6 p.m. Issues - Lots of homeless milling around area and parking lot. HUGE cockroaches after dark..

This pool is great. I've done open swim here a half dozen times. The staff is great, pool is clean,…read moreand I really appreciate that it's heated. There are gender specific locker rooms and showers. I've only had good experiences here.

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