The Premium Aquarium

Category:	Tropical Fish Store
Address:	1875 25th St SE, Salem, OR 97302, USA
Phone:	+1 503-990-8577
Site:	thepremiumaquarium.com
Rating:	4.5
Working:	11AM–7PM 11AM–7PM 11AM–7PM 11AM–7PM 11AM–7PM 11AM–7PM 11AM–7PM

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Reviews 34

Isaac Bowen

TPA is hands down the best shop in Portland, and its not even in Portland - thats how far reaching the awesome-ness is. The Premium Aquarium is run by Garret and he has crazy passion for responsible reefkeeping. He started this business out of his garage and has now grown to one of the, if not the largest saltwater shops in all the land. He has in stock a massive selection of fish, inverts and coral. He has a keen eye for the weird stuff. My only complaint is I have to drive 45 minutes each way, but when I look at the other options, Im hopping in my car everytime. It would be a shame if you are serious or beginning saltwater hobbyist if you miss this store. EVERYONE in the store knows the ins and outs of reefkeeping. Smart move right there Garret. I go into other stores and Theyll just tell you whatever it takes to make the sale....and then guess what, customer is angry because they were lied to. You can trust Garret and his staff, they wont lead you astray.

Don

Best fish shop in town. They have the best selection of fresh and saltwater fish, invertibrates, and saltwater corals. The people who work here are well experienced, and they receive large shipments often. If they dont have what you want in stock they can get it for you whatever it may be. Better than Petco and Petsmart combined. Tanks are clean and well maintained. All of my needs are met here, the guys are very nice and helpful

Amanda Fazzio

I got a great deal on a light for my new aquarium. The gentleman I spoke to was very understanding that I didnt want to spend a ridiculous amount of money on lighting and gave me a variety of options that were much closer to my price range. I got a gently used $80 LED light STILL UNDER WARRANTY for $50. Im definitely coming back when I start shopping for fish. 10/10 would recommend.

Jeni Cardenas

Great job, as always, guys and gal! :) Great selection and knowledgeable staff will help you through the fun of setting up and maintaining an aquarium. If you are lucky enough to catch them on shipment day, you get a sneak peek on which beauties you would like to take home and the proper way to acclimate them! Thanks again!!

Jon Mermis

We have been driving from Eugene to purchase from Garrett for several years, watching his business grow from a grass roots garage hobby into flourishing online and a walk in retail location. He has a great animal husbandry mind set and is a genuine asset to our community.

Brady Briggs

I will say that i walked in with 1 hour til closing. Didnt get greeted, no may i help with anything. My wife and i were on our way out when 1 of 4 people sitting behind the counter asked if we were finding everything ok. The leaat to say is i will not be going back.

Austin Ayers

Local aquarium store of choice. Some things are a little pricey, but there are also many great deals to be had. I dont mind paying a little extra here and there to support a local business. Employees are cordial and helpful.

wendy proitte

Wow!!! We are so impressed with this store!! The staff is beyond knowledgeable yes they are a bit more but you do get what you pay for. We have done a full saltwater setup with them and couldnt honest be happier!!!!

Aaron Vorderstrasse

Very friendly and knowledgeable. This place starts to feel like Cheers as everyone gets to know you and your setup! The crew is quick to help out in person or online if you need assistance. Great service!

A Private User

Great selection. Great customer service. Fairly priced supplies. Very into the community and helping. Live stock seems healthy. Corals vibrant. Hopefully he will get a larger store one day

Izzy Herrera

I walked in with a friend of mine excited to see all the neat fish, instead we saw small buckets with 1-3 fishes in it and half of the where nearly dead. Never again #fishkillers

Ashley Kramer

Best little shop! Wide selection of everything a hobbyist could hope for. Fun visit with knowledgeable, friendly staff who really know their stuff! Definitely recommend.

Kate Maps

I would have liked to see more selection available in stock and on hand and ready to go but they were accommodating under the circumstances.

Kristin M

Great place! Clean, fish are well care for and the man that helped us definitely had lots of knowledge. Will be going back!

Todd Huegli

Best reef store in the Portland/Salem area by far. Its worth the drive. Clean tanks. Healthy corals, fish and inverts.

Allen Bates

Best selection and prices of corals around. Get new shipments in multiple times per week. Staff is amazing

Rachel Kataria

Has a good selection of fish and other fresh and saltwater aquarium organisms. And the prices are fair.

Will Somsak

My man Garrett and his crew have literally anything you are looking for. Rare kelp, fish, whatever. Wow.