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    The Love Aquarium

    4.3 (103 reviews)
    Closed 10:30 am - 6:30 pm

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    Crystal R.

    I love this little shop I could stare at the displays for hours. Shoutout to the petsmart employee who told me about this place last year. They sell hardscape materials (rocks, wood, substrate, plants) I can use for both aquariums and terrariums. I've purchased healthy plants, shrimps, and snails from this store. The employees are knowledgeable and kind. I was surprised that they remembered my name after shopping there a few times. I've brought a handful of my aquatic hobbyist friends to this store and they also love it. It's truly an Escondido gem. I will shop here for all my aquatic related needs as long as I live here

    Our new fish tank for my fiancé six-year-old daughter. Thank you , Doug :)
    Daniell V.

    My fiancee has been going to this shop for awhile now. But I was very impressed with Doug's customer service and the other employees that were in the store. I have been in customer service, almost my whole life, and everyone there made me feel at home if you had any questions they were there and they went up and beyond to help us put the fish tank in the vehicle. I highly suggest this place for all your fishy needs.

    Bravo M.

    Really one of the best Well kept aquariums I have seen in San Diego. Staff is kind, friendly, and knowledgeable. My kids love getting their plants and fish here for their aquarium. Definitely see why people come here. Highly recommend.

    Doug is an awesome guy. We wanted to say thank you for letting all the kids come in and learn more about Fish and all the things. We really had a great experience. They have a great selection and all of the staff were helpful!

    Monique S.

    The most fun you will have shopping for fish! The minute you walk into The Love Aquarium you are greeted by the stores mascot. A blue haired mannequin wearing one of Loves funky printed T-shirts for sale. The store is draped in enormous Pothos vines and music memorabilia. There are always good tunes playing. Feels like walking into a record store in the 90's but with aquariums. I've been coming to love for 3 years now. I come back all the time for the excellent vibes and huge selection of fish, plants and goods. I really enjoy exploring both the fresh and saltwater stock. There is always something new to look at. Don't forget to check the room in the back of the store with all the lightly used aquariums you could ever want! The owner Doug is a rad dude who will happily chat with you about all things fish and or music. There are so many boring fish stores out there.The Love Aquarium is an experience not to be missed!

    Jason N.

    This place is fantastic! They are always friendly, helpful and super knowledgeable!! Doug has done a fantastic job and is a wealth of information. They have a great selection of fish and if they don't have what you want, they can get it. They meet all my needs from water, to fish, to foods and substrates.

    Sunshine L.

    This place is about a half hour drive from me, but I was still going here because I wanted to support my local fish store. However, the owner Doug is often passive aggressive and talks down to me. I would rather drive elsewhere with better and consistent customer service. Also I noticed that in hot weather the store gets really hot and the dry goods get heated all the products feel warm and I'm sure that degrades the quality of the products.

    Andrew M.

    All the love for the Love Aquarium! This place is great! Doug the owner is very knowledgeable and really an all around great guy. We will absolutely continue to come to this store only for our aquarium needs!

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    Great customer service. Lots of natural rock varieties available. They offer both salt and fresh water fish.

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    The owner Doug was great, he took his time was very patient and really knows his stuff.

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    Lot's of fish variety. Beautiful guppy fish selections. Good costumer service. Highly recommended.

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    We went to the Love Aquriam today to get some new fish for our tank. The associate was very knowledgeable and polite.

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    They have a huge selection of fresh and salt water fish and keep them very well maintained.

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