Gateway aquatics is now called STL aquatics owned and operated by two young men who are the best that I've met in the aquatics business This place is impeccable so clean. They're very good people. They're knowledgeable. You can go there and they will make sure that if there's something you don't know you will before you leave this place this by far is the best of the best that you can go to for your fishy friends to read more

Regarding water feature service: I shimmied over to PondMarket in South County to figure out where in the world to start with a problem I had on a newly acquired waterfall in my backyard. They filled me in on all the possible reasons my water feature could be losing water and gave me the number of Chad at Gateway Aquatics to come look at it. We are handy. My husband is in construction. We both stared at the water feature and had no idea where to even start troubleshooting it. I was SO grateful when Chad came by. Now, it's not free to have him come by...but it's helpful. He was very informative in explaining all the possible issues and how they could go about fixing it. He texted me an estimate that day or the next and could start the work the following week. I waited about a month to schedule but he was on it then. A 50% payment is required before the work is done and it can be paid by credit card with no extra fee. Chad and the helper came by on time and did a great job fixing it. In my case, the water feature was leaking water. They dug up the hillside, replaced the hose, replaced one pump, replaced the waterfall box, and a few other small things. Total was around $2,500. I was shocked to hear him tell me how much people pay for these things. SHOCKED. I inherited it in a house purchase and it better be good for a while with no calls to Chad needed! read more

Gateway Aquatics - Local Fish Stores Near Me - Saint Louis, Missouri

I buy pretty much all of my supplies for my fish here, and I have had nothing but good things to say about it. I stick to only freshwater fish, and the guy they have working with the freshwater fish has always been super helpful and nothing but nice. So far one of the best aquarium stores I've ever been to. read more

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Great customer service. Have a good variety of corals. Need more saltwater fishes stocked.

Great service and nice selection to create an aquatic wonderland of color and texture. This venue assists its customers in transforming their space into an aquatic environment with life and movement similar to a commercial grade aquarium. Bringing underwater nature into one's home is a skillful art that must be well thought out and planned so it is imperative to hire an experienced team to assist you every step of the way. If you go just anywhere then you end up with a junky overpriced case/stand and you will have spent a lot of money to be unfulfilled. read more

So I can't say enough good things about the store and the staff! My wife an I are from 2.5 hours away and only in town for the day and we were only in the market for a few saltwater fish. Fast forward an hour later and we walk out with six fish, a starfish, cleaner shrimp, 150 gal used aquarium and sump system. Man is our van packed. These guys were knowledgeable courteous and very helpful. Prices were awesome! We saved 92 dollars compared to online prices on the livestock. Usually it's the other way around. No telling how much we saved on the used tank. Thanks guys! The best compliment I can give you is I'll make the 5 hour round trip to come see you again after my reef tank is set up! Cheers! David and Courtney read more

Staff is very knowledgeable, helpful and friendly. Not many saltwater stores around anymore, but there are a couple closer to me. I drive the extra distance to go here!!! Their fish are healthy and well cared for! Kudos Gateway Aquatics! A+ business!!! read more

This place is hit or miss. Really reasonable prices. Both times we've been though the tanks did not look good. Bought a shrimp and he's doing great. Went back today though and we counted 7 dead fish (one which had clearly been dead a long time) and several others that didn't look so hot. We probably won't be back. read more

Recently I wanted to have a piece of statuary I had made into a fountain. I went to a competitor of Gateway Aquatics and had a bad experience. Doing some research on-line, I ran across Gateway. I'm so glad I did. I took the statuary to them. I briefly explained what I was looking for and in less than 72 hours, they installed it at my home. Chad, one of the owners did an awesome job. It is exactly what I was wanting. If you are in need of an outdoor water feature, pond installation or issue with a pond, they are 100% customer service orientated. I highly recommend Gateway Aquatics for any outdoor water feature needs. They have a full service store for fish and aquarium needs as well. Good job, guys. Keep up the customer service. read more

Hands down best saltwater store around! And a local store which makes it even better! Huge variety of fish and even larger coral selection at good prices..they have big shipments often so they always are getting new stuff in..and what I love is they hold fish and coral Auctions on the gateway aquatics auctions facebook page..got to check them out for fresh water now to..they are good people they will take care of you in ways a large corporate chain couldn't do! read more