I have been coming to this shop since i discovered its existance during covid-19 when i started in…read morethe hobby. it quickly became my go-toshop for everything possible. the owner is so nice and trustworthy. he always walks me through any new processes I have to do such as my quarantine tank and what to and not to do. the fish I bought from this place have always been happy and healthy so far. honestly the prices are so much better that anywhere else ive shopped at it is maybe 35 minutes from my house in toroonto but is is well worth thr trip. you may spend $20 on gas but you will save $1000s on your fish and corals and anything else you may need for your tank. just recently there was a sale on purple tangs priced insanely at $99.99 while other shops in the area are selling them for $549.99 which is insane!! there are not many places that i trust when it comes to buying live stock for my aquarium but this place is one of them. 10/10 i highly reccoommend this place.

This local fish store joined the ranks of a pretty saturated market in Mississauga earlier this…read moreyear. It is a small family business. I believe the owner's name is Abdul and he is very friendly and attentive. I have visited on 2 occasions and they have had a great selection of livestock both times (fish, coral, and inverts). If you have a nano tank and are constantly on the lookout for smaller fish, Exotic Aquarium World often has juveniles in stock. Right now they have a lot of baby purple tangs! They also carry a decent selection of dry goods and frozen food (Hikari and Omega One). I find everything is priced very competitively and even more so if you can pick something up during a special promo. Due to public health directives you will need to call the number posted on the door when you arrive to be helped. They also have a website for online orders, but I have always gone in person and received great service. I would encourage fellow reefers to check it out if you haven't already.

on my adventure to find more local fish stores, i recently visited planted aquaria in oakville and…read morewas pleasantly surprised by how much this smaller shop has to offer. despite its compact size, they carry an impressive range of high-quality products, including chihiros stuff, which i rarely see in other stores. it's clear that they've curated their inventory with care. the store is split into two levels: upstairs is where you'll find equipment and a selection of plants, while downstairs houses their main collection of plants and fish. the variety of aquatic plants really stood out to me--not only is the selection extensive, but the pricing is very reasonable too. while their fish selection isn't the largest, i still managed to find exactly what i was looking for. one thing to note is that there's no parking lot for the store--only paid street parking. so, if you're coming by car, be prepared to pay for parking. if you're into aquascaping or simply need good quality aquarium supplies, this shop is definitely worth checking out!

Great aquarium store if you're into the planted natural aquascaping-type of aquariums. Has all the…read morethings you don't typically see at Pet Smart or Big Al's. Will come again when I need more plants or finally set up the CO2 tank

This is by far the best fish place in the area and I know plenty of people who come from over the…read moreborder just to come here. The selection is unmatched. They've recently hired a ton of teenagers to help around the store and I can't say enough good things about them. They have helped immensely with service and everybody is so kind.

Both workes were very rude trying to close their drawer early before they even closed. The blonde…read moregirl working would make rude comments when I was simply just showing her what fish I wanted. Never felt so unwelcome in an establishment in my life.

another gem on my adventure to find other LFS! forge's fish has recently opened in oakville, and…read moreit's already making a great impression. the store is filled with natural light, creating a bright and welcoming atmosphere that really brings out the vibrant colors of the fish and plants. while the space isn't as large as big retailers like pet smart or big al's, the layout is spacious and well-organized, making it easy and enjoyable to browse. the store specializes in fish, shrimp, and plants for nano tanks. although the selection is still growing, the livestock and plants available were healthy and well cared for, showing the owner's attention to detail. it's exciting to think about how the selection will expand over the coming months. what truly sets this store apart is the outstanding customer service. during my visit, the owner went out of his way to engage in a friendly and meaningful conversation. despite us being the only customers in the store, he made an effort to connect and build rapport, which created a welcoming and personal experience. he even offered to help source specific items if needed, which showed his dedication to ensuring customer satisfaction. the interaction was so pleasant that we ended up staying longer than expected simply because we enjoyed talking to him. overall, this store has a lot of potential and is off to a fantastic start. with its focus on nano tanks, excellent service, and a welcoming atmosphere, it's definitely a spot worth checking out. i'm looking forward to visiting again and seeing how it continues to grow!

I am so impressed with Forge's Fish. I originally was going to buy fish from a chain pet store but…read moreI wasn't happy with how the tanks were maintained. Forge's Fish is a clean, well-organized store with healthy fish and plants. The person who helped me was friendly and really took the time to answer all my questions. The prices were great (comparable to or even lower than chain pet stores). I left feeling confident to set up my tank. I also like supporting a local small business here in Oakville!

I'm just getting back in the hobby after 27 year sabbatical.. Joe and Annette were very helpful and…read morealso very knowledgeable.. this place is great.. I can't wait to get set up and I feel very safe with the two knowledgeable owners helping me get back into the hobby.. great selection of fish and corals... they really care about what they sell and they will answer any question you have even if you just stop by.... People support your local owned. businesses

Rude employees, poor customer service. Dog that doesn't stop barking (if you're going to have your…read moredog in a store, make sure it is trained and not like it is going to attack people coming in the door.) Small overpriced selection. Was more interested in watching me like I'm going to steal a fish and try to walk out with it? Save your time and money and go elsewhere. I can see why the place is a ghost town with absolutely no customers, the customer service is nonexistent so of course customers wouldn't exist.

This is a nice local fish shop! The owner was very friendly and willing to help us find what we…read morewanted. He has a really nice selection of fish, and some varieties you don't normally see locally. It was cool to see. The tanks were a bit dirty but I think he was in the middle of cleaning when we stopped by. Looking forward to stopping back in!

I drove pritt far to get to this place and it is CLOSED PERMANENTLY not very happy. It looked like…read morea good place online but I was disappointed do not spend time driving here.

The staff is amazing and knowledgeable. The store has all the things I need for my fish care.read more

Great store for saltwater; visited alot when had my 150 gallon; unusual corals that make tank…read moreinteresting.