The customer service is excellent, their fish coral and aquatic sea life expertise is obvious. They…read moreknow their stuff and offer great recommendations for any situation. They have some high end livestock and are wiling to order something if they don't have it. Overall great experience!

From the owner: -Fish and Corals -Reef Equipments…read more-Saltwater -Freshwater -Aquarium Maintenance and Services -Aquarium Setup and Installation -Imported livestocks fish and corals sales -Custom Aquascaping sales -Aquarium equipments sales-

Adam is the best! He really knows his stuff and the fish at this shop are unique and well taken…read morecare of

Awesome customer service, super friendly and knowledgeable. Best deals around on fish and corals…read more All quarantined and ready to go

Kent and Matt thank you for the great job on our messy pond. You brought it back to life. Our Koi…read moreare dancing. Very quick and efficient. Left our yard as they found it. Vickie and Leland Wardell.

The place had a bit of a smell and a lot of the tank hardscapes were covered in algae and not the…read moreclearest waters. Not the cleanest aquarium store I've been to but at least I didn't see many dead animals. The shop was dimly lit in some areas so I'm assuming that they're in the middle of re-organizing or something. Livestock price wise, i think it's reasonable. Although some tissue cultured were on the pricier side. The selection of plants and livestock were OK, I would probably only visit if you need equipment though. They have some ADA, UNS, Chihiros, CO2 tanks, etc. Here are some of the livestock prices to give you a sense of what they charge. This is not a comprehensive list but rather some livestock I was personally interested with: Prices as of June 2026: FW Fish Assorted Male Bettas - $10 Ember Tetra - $5 False Bandit Cory - $12 Kuhli Loach - $6 Longfin Bronze Cory - $10 Pea Puffers - $8 Pygmy Corydora - $6 Sterbai Cory - $15 Super Red Bristlenose - $30 Whiptail Catfish - $20 SHRIMP Amano Shrimp - $7 Bamboo Shrimp - $10 Black Tiger Shrimp - $15 Cherry Shrimp - $8 Opae Ula Shrimp - $5 Super Tiger Shrimp - $15 SNAILS Jade Mystery Snail - $5 Japanese Trapdoor Snail - $9

Honestly this store is the best. I ALWAYS come here to get my fish, substrate, tanks, plants,…read moreadvice, water tests & of course the doggy pets for ceviche and peanut Ed & Allan are always super helpful and knowledgeable about all my fish needs. I would and always recommend Clear Water to everyone I know! 10/10 for sure

I was hit with a very fishy odor once I walked in, which is usually not the best sign. While…read morebrowsing through the tanks, I saw SEVERAL dead fish in SEVERAL tanks. Some of them looked like they were struggling to swim and there was even a skeleton which indicates to me that the fish had been dead for a while. I've honestly never seen so many dead fish in tank in my life, even Petco and PetSmart seems better compared to this. Prices were also high, especially for shrimp. They were charging $15/caridina shrimp. Some of the tanks seemed to have mislabeled fish or seemed incredibly overstocked. I understand that they may view the tanks as temporary holding tanks but it was still quite a lot of fish in some small tanks. I would recommend checking out other fish stores in the area before heading over here.

100% best LFS in the whole bay area. Tanks are pristine and I've never seen any dead fish in all of…read moremy visit. They have an amazing showroom at the corner with multiple $50-60K tanks. Livestocks are healthy, probably the healthiest among all LFSs in the bay. Also, this is one of the few stores that sell you the correct chili rasboras, not phoenix rasboras; they colored up properly in just 1 hour after I got home. Decent prices overall but they sell CPDs a bit high ($14). I like the customer support here but I see why some people don't like them. The staff won't talk to you unless you directly ask them. They are very friendly tho. So, don't wait for them to check on you if you need something. I actually prefer this way. Decent price but they sell CPDs a bit expensive so you might want to try another store if you want to buy CPDs.

I was a bit worried about my visit due to some of the negative reviews…read more I only interacted with two staff members but both seemed enthusiastic to help me while also giving me space to shop. The conditions of these tanks are PRISTINE. I'm not sure if it's due to their lightning or something else but the water just looks very clear and clean. I didn't see a single dead fish while browsing. Based on this fact, I'd like to believe that their livestock is quite healthy. They also make their policies VERY clear. It's on their website and there are also signs around the shop. Maybe these policies aren't that shocking to me since I buy lots of livestock online that don't have a guarantee after you add it to your aquarium. They do not have a phone number to check stock but they do post updates on their website and email newsletter. They claim it's due to high foot traffic but it wasn't very busy when I was there (Friday afternoon) with that being said, all of the staff members were doing something while I was at the store. I think they just don't have enough people sometimes. Price wise, yes some of the fish are outrageously priced ($14 for a CPD is crazy) but many of them seem reasonable. I assume it's however they're getting their stock or the fact that they offer 20% discounts if you get a 40G+ kit. They also sell cycled media for $20/lb if you're impatient to cycle a tank! I would highly recommend as a place to visit if you're just setting up a new tank or need a more uncommon/rare fish. They'll have basically anything you need but you can definitely get more common fish like pygmy corys, pea puffers, CPDs, etc elsewhere if you're looking to save money. Below are some prices based on my June 2026 visit to give you a sense of their pricing: Keep in mind that not all of these were in stock so prices might change. PLANTS Bucephalandra 'Blue Metallic' - $20 Bucephalandra 'Brownie Purple' (loose) - $15 Bucephalandra 'Mahap Blue Round' (loose) - $20 Limnophila Hippuroides Aromatica (bunch) - $6 Rotala 'Ceylon' (bunch) - $8 Rotala 'Orange Juice' (bunch) - $8 FISH Betta - $25 to $45 Blue Rasbora - $8 Chili Rasbora - $5.60 Celestial Pearl Danio - $14 Ember Tetra - $4.65 Emerald Dward Rasbora - $8 Ghost Shrimp - $1 Gold Stripe Goby - $45 Gold Tetra - $6.50 Hillstream Loach (Red Fin) - $30 Otocinclus - $7.50 Panda Loach - $30 Pea Puffer - $14 Pencilfish - $5 Phoenix Rasbora - $5 Pygmy Corydoras - $7.85 Pygmy Spotted Maculatus Rainbow fish - $11 Rasbora - $3.25 Rhinotocinclus Isabelae Oto - $20 Scarlet Badis - $7.75 Spotted Danio - $7 Strawberry Rasbora - $4.25 Zebra Otocinclus - $29 SHRIMP Amano Shrimp - $5.50 SNAILS Assassin Snail - $5 Batman Nerite - $5-6 Pumpkin Striped Nerite - $6

My company serves disabled adults and this was one of our community destinations, as they enjoy…read morelooking at the fish. Recently the owner requested that we not return because we did not purchase anything. Very disappointing, but fortunately there are other businesses that welcome our individuals and provide a friendly environment.

Line: none Parking: lot in front…read moreService: nice Came here looking for shrimp and plants - they have both. They have a great selection of fish as well. And their betta fish are not in cups. Note the plants are not labeled and would have to ask the staff.

Gio Marine is easily one of the best local fish stores I've been to. The moment you walk in, you…read morecan tell the tanks are well cared for and the livestock is healthy, vibrant, and properly maintained. That alone already sets them apart from a lot of other places. What really makes the difference is the level of knowledge and the way they approach helping customers. Instead of just trying to make a quick sale, they actually take the time to understand your setup and what you're trying to achieve. The advice feels genuine and experience-based, which is huge in a hobby where the wrong guidance can cost you time and money. Their selection of corals and fish is solid, and everything consistently looks like it's been handled with care. On top of that, their prices are very competitive--honestly better than most other places I've come across--which makes it even easier to keep coming back. It's clear they take pride in what they do, and that shows in both the quality of the store and the overall experience. Whether you're new to reefing or have an established tank, this is a place you can rely on for both livestock and guidance. Definitely a strong option if you're looking for a dependable and knowledgeable shop.

I took my two great Pyrenees and they did an amazing job and yes, I will be coming back more and…read moremore and I would recommend them to my family and friends. They did an amazing job.

Well sadly, the scarlet badis that we got a few months ago was not a female but just a very pale,…read morenon dominant male. We had to give it a shot since it was so promising and I was glad to support them. On the other hand, the cpd that we got from this store are the most vibrant in my tank. They have distinct dots and stripes beyond just the male and female differences. I'd say that the fish here are high quality :)

Store hours are purely cosmetic, do not expect them to be open just because it says so online. I…read moredrove over several times just for the store to be closed despite being within their own assigned working hours. Staff is disinterested in helping customers and prices are the highest here than in any other store, at least from Felton to Capitola. I was criminally overcharged for some plants recently. The only thing they have going for them is that they are the only aquatic store around Scotts Valley. Staff is also disinterested in the well being of the fish; the tanks are dirty and their inhabitants look visibly unhealthy. I never thought about going to a large pet store because of animal cruelty, however I would rather drive to Capitola than walk to Fintastic Fish in order to get supplies. The owner ("Wade") is a pervert for sure, and potentially a paedophile, though not fully confirmed. I will strongly advise not taking children and especially young women to this location under current management. I miss the previous management, this store used to be what they claim to be, until this Wade individual shows up and enshitifies the place. Do not support this business by making purchases there. The people who review this location positively have not seen the cleanliness standards and prices in other locations, which is highly unfortunate because this place does not deserve any review over one star.

Such an amazing aquarium we visited on our vacation! There was a lot to see and we spent hours…read moreexploring. Was worth every minute. Don't walk... RUN to this aquarium if you're in the area!

The aquarium is quite large and has tons of live exhibits from jellyfish, octopuses, birds, sharks,…read morestingrays, fish, and other cool creatures. There are also a bunch of interactive exhibits where kids can touch and feel different things. The otter exhibit is awesome to watch and a must do. The staff members are really knowledgeable and super helpful. There is also a theater that shows different shows. Spend a few hours and really enjoy all that the aquarium has to offer. Definitely a must-do when you're in Monterey.