Aquarium Obsessions Saltwater Shop

Fantastic experience: A great salt water fish tank store. The prices are fair and the owner is EXTREMELY knowledgeable and friendly.

Fantastic experience: Was passing thru and seen it on maps. Stop in and owner was very welcoming. Had great setup.

Fantastic experience: Nice guy. Super clean and healthy fish. We'll kept. TONS of corals. If you like saltwater fish this place is a must visit.

Fantastic experience: Charlie is running a food business and I’m glad to hear he is wanting to move closer to Peoria. I grabbed some fish on a steal of a deal from him. He had tons of livestock at good prices. The real showstoppers are his coral tanks. He has got quite the farm in place these days and had some amazing pieces. Only regret is my tank is already full on coral, so I’ve got nowhere to put any of his beauties!

Fantastic experience: A unique entry to the Peoria area. This store specializes in salt water fish and coral. The owners were very courteous and willing to answer all the questions we had. While they do not currently have fresh water fish, they had an extensive collection for the salt waters. They stated they also help with custom orders and emergency repairs. Definitely check them out if you are in the area and are looking for a new hobby

Fantastic experience: owner/operator of this place is awesome! Far and away best space in the area!

Negative experience: Smelled like weed when I walked in and the lady in front was less than helpful. Don't bring your kids to look.

Fantastic experience: Charlie is great. Extremely knowledgeable. He is always willing to teach people willing to learn. Inventory is great, I’ve been going there for years and I always find something new to get.

Fantastic experience: Great dealer to deal with. Healthy corals and such only place I shop for anything saltwater when I'm visiting IL

Fantastic experience: Charles is one of the most knowledgeable people I know in the saltwater game! Definitely recommend checking out aquarium obsessions, you will not be disappointed!

Fantastic experience: Charlie is great and very knowledgeable! Great selection of corals and supplies as well.

Fantastic experience: I drive all over the Midwest for work. I enjoy stopping at saltwater stores. To find new items for my tank. 1 owner stayed open late for me to make. 2 owner is VERY knowledgeable 3 coral selection is great 4 fish are healthy. 5 prices are very fair. Aka some good deals!!!! This place is a top 2 for locations of saltwater fish and corals. Will return again.

Fantastic experience: great place to shop I love that he gives advice. Does not push any purchases on you will make sure you are ready when moving up in the fish world. Prices are amazing if you haven't you should definitely check it out.

Fantastic experience: Charlie helps me out a lot about how to keep my fish healthy and always have good deals on fish and corals

Positive experience: Friendly welcome Sporty guy , helpful. He is good at explaining the salt water preparation and expenses.

Fantastic experience: I sold my tank to them and they showed up on time, cash in hand, no fuss - which if you sell anything online you know that isn’t often the case! Very knowledgeable and professional. Really top notch.

Fantastic experience: Super friendly and knowledgeable! The coral assortment and cleanliness is next to none! Couldn’t be more pleased with my latest visit! I will 100% drive the hour one way every time to make this my new “local fish store”

Fantastic experience: Amazing store! This is a local business that it is a pleasure to write a glowing review for. It is easy to write a good review for a restaurant that's better than your favorite chain, however when the local small business is one that can stand-up next to the big-boys nationally and compete and survive if not thrive you know you have something special. People come from adjacent states just to visit this store, and I am lucky enough to have it in my backyard. In this scenario, I'm not even the target customer. My mom started with a small all-in-one salt-water aquarium she purchased from her local now-defunct small shop and loved it. When they closed down, she made it a hobby to visit every salt-water aquarium store and coral show she could get to including surrounding states. We spent many weekends on Marketplace and Craigslist looking. She found AO to be the best of all she visited and well worth the 2 hour drive and buying new from AO over trying to cobble something together from Marketplace and the local yokels. The owner Charlie was immensely helpful in getting her setup with a really nice addition of a Red Sea Reefer 350 to her existing all-in-one tank. They were extremely helpful in showing me what to do to setup her tank once I got it to her home, and I can't say I could expect anything easier in doing the installation (Which they also would have done). The engineering of the Red Sea systems leaves me very impressed. Most everything is well thought out and perfectly sized with only a couple of things I would do differently. Well worth the extra, if it even was extra over hassle and expense of a DIY system. Charlie is very knowledgeable and a great resource in deciphering the often conflicting information you find on the internet. Often what you find will be what /was/ the consensus some time ago, but isn't the current latest industry take on things like proper nitrate and nitrite levels. The coral selection is amazing. Thousands of corals from dozens of varieties and sizes (i'm not a coral expert, so I can't tell the number of sub-species) to choose from. Clear pricing on the starter plugs in the show areas with many more in back starting as low as $20 Nice selection of accessories, chemicals and testers in the front room with a great stock of sand, rocks, salt, etc in the showrooms. When you enter, if you only walk in the door, it may not feel like there's that much when you're used to walking into a big-box, however there's much more than meets the eye. The greeting area is only the start of the store. They have multiple show-rooms, such as one just for the aquariums and supplies such as sand, and these are all just-off the main entrance. One of the things that will throw some people off are that since it's not a large retail chain, they are located in a small industrial park far enough outside of "the city" to feel disconnected and easy to miss. If you haven't been there before, I highly recommend you turn on your navigation. The other retail spaces in the park appear to be catered to professionals and I think most aren't retail, though his spot is a nice one in the center of the front-most row. The park is one that doesn't have one of those sign-boards that lists all the businesses. This is probably one of the reasons they're able to stay in business and keep their prices some of the best around while their competitors are dropping like flies. Don't judge the tank photo by the cloudiness, we were just finishing the first water fill.

Fantastic experience: Love the selection! I just love going to the store! Charlie has grown and expanded so much from when I first met him! He has adapted and over came a lot of obstacles! I am so glad the business is doing great and I hope it continues because it is so nice to have a salt water store so close to me! He is full of knowledge! I tell him what I have in my tank and he tells me yes or no on what I can add! This is so awesome! Keep up the great work Charlie!

Fantastic experience: This place is amazing! The Charlie is so transparent with his customers and works hard to build a relationship! I went in there this Friday to get some fish and he gave me a deal on the fish to help me out a bit and also included a free gift! He also answered anymore questions I had and told me when he was getting the other fish I needed in stock! He offers making appointments outside of business hours too! All the fish looked healthy and cared for! He even quarantines all fish before selling and will order and quarantine fish you want! This place is getting all my business!

Fantastic experience: Amazing store! Has a great variety of fish that are very well cared for and owner is very helpful and informative!

Positive experience: Large assortment of living coral, , & other fresh & salt tank equipment

Fantastic experience: Amazing selection, Friendly and educated owner, definitely the best place to go for all your salt water needs!

Fantastic experience: Took my daughter in to check it put as I'm looking to get into the hobby. Man what a cool place. Walk in and it's very welcoming. They have a great variety and is displayed in a way that you can see everything. Charlie was nice and easy to talk to. I will definitely be returning!

Fantastic experience: Charlie helped us build our first tank. He is making sure we don’t rush the process and do things that will make us have a bad experience. He is knowledgeable about what he sells and the industry as a whole and know what fish to put together and which will destroy the habitat not just selling us what we want because it is a high dollar purchase. Where he makes more money. That kind of person is what you want in a owner, he also came to our home and installed the tank so it was right from the start. Thanks Charlie

Fantastic experience: Great selection of corals Very informative shop owner!

Fantastic experience: Super passionate and super knowledgeable about everything aquatics. Aquarium Obsessions has a wide variety of fish and even more coral. Owner is extremely nice and helpful while never being too intrusive. Highly recommend checking this place out!

Fantastic experience: Charlie is very knowledgeable and helpful! He's willing to go the extra mile and is passionate in what he does! I would highly recommend!!

Positive experience: Absolutely awesome store. Strictly saltwater. The guys really knew what they are talking about. Took the time to help my wife select what corals she wanted. Able to tell her which ones have similar needs for her setup. Be careful if your sensitive to blue light.

Fantastic experience: Huge selection of beautiful corals. I've never seen a store have so many types! Charlie was really helpful too.

Fantastic experience: Really nice place with big selection of coral and fish the owner Really knowledgeable always helping costumers.

Fantastic experience: Charlie is very nice and very knowledgeable. Well worth the two hour trip from Springfield to Washington. Beautiful fish and corral. Pictures of clowning are from his store, in my tank. Bought a fire angel as well. All eat well and have been doing well for weeks.

Fantastic experience: The best saltwater and coral shop downstate has to offer. Prices are right. Only shop around that raises its own coral. Huge selection of corals.

Fantastic experience: Our 13yr old absolutely loves his saltwater fish tank hobby! That’s why we are sooo happy we found someone who he can relate to. The owner shared with us how he started the hobby very young with his father and that hit home…he is such a kind and knowledgeable person. My son had great conversations with him. We brought home some beautiful fishes and coral. He can not wait to go back!

Fantastic experience: Owner is hands down one of the coolest guys I know, he is always there to give the best deals around when it comes to the saltwater hobby, he has an awesome store, and has always lended a helping hand in answering all of our questions and is a very upfront person. A+ services and highly recommended

Fantastic experience: We make the hour and half trip every other month to come to Aquarium Obsessions. Always has nice coral for fair prices. I highly recommend the trip.

Fantastic experience: My wife and I made a trip to aquarium obsessions today 12/5/2021 in search of some clowns and coral. The owner Charlie is a great dude with some great livestock for any saltwater aquarium. It’s nice to see a local business not only thriving but also being self sustainable with corals.He also remembered my wife and I from when we frequented his shop in bartonville. If you are looking for great fish and amazing looking coral at prices you can’t beat go to his place…:you won’t be disappointed. We will not get any livestock from anywhere else. All his coral and fish were in good looking health oh and did I mention the prices….Charlie is a great dude so go support his business and spend some money.

Fantastic experience: Great selection and friendly staff

Fantastic experience: Charlie is great! His knowledge, variety, quality, and price are unmatched anywhere. When you go, make sure you leave yourself some time because it is normally busy, and Charlie takes his time to make sure his customers are happy. There is nobody else I would trust to help my saltwater experience!

Fantastic experience: Awesome store the owner prices everything fairly and is extremely honest. Great selection of coral and fish and he will go out of his way to help you with what you need. I highly recommend this store to beginners or experienced hobbyists.

Fantastic experience: Amazing selection of beautiful corals, ranging from $25 frags to golden torches and bounce mushrooms worth hundreds of dollars. The conditions are pristine. All the tanks are clean with vigorous water flow, and the corals are vibrant. Fish make up a smaller portion of the business, perhaps 1/4 of the tanks. At the time of my visit, they had dozens of tangs, more than half of them purple. They were all the healthiest tangs I've ever seen in a fish store. The owner talked to us about how he quarantines all of his new shipments of fish, and that care shows with their health. We went home with a hippo tang, and from day one in our tank, it has been active and eating eagerly. We also got an octopus frogspawn, an orange ricordea mushroom with incredible fluorescence, a beautiful multicolored chalice coral, and a tiger cucumber. All of them were in great health and already have visible growth in our tank in the first 3 weeks. I will definitely return again, and would recommend this store to anyone with a reef tank.

Fantastic experience: Charlie is very knowledgeable. I strongly recommend him. For anyone who wants true customer service. That extends further than just your purchase.

Fantastic experience: Great place with fair prices and tons of knowledge. Charlie is really friendly and always willing to help out or answer questions.

Fantastic experience: Always great to come here. Charlie knows is stuff and is a really awesome guy! He takes good care of his livestock and really cares about his customers. I'm a repeat customer and will continue to be coming here.

Fantastic experience: Great place to get exotic fish and very friendly and reasonably priced

Fantastic experience: good guy and great place of knowledge

Fantastic experience: One of the best coral and fish stores out there. Charlie is a hell of a guy.

Fantastic experience: Always the cleanest operation in saltwater fish and coral around and such a great selection and the owner is fabulous

Fantastic experience: Owner was very kind. Great saltwater-only fish store! All fish looked very healthy and they have a great reef plants and coral storage/growing setup. Didn't buy anything this trip, but I will definitely come back for all future saltwater fish purchases.

Fantastic experience: A one stop shop for all your reef salt tank needs. Charlie is very helpful and full of knowledge and willing to help.

Fantastic experience: Best fish store in the area

Fantastic experience: Owner has a true passion for the hobby

Fantastic experience: Great customer service best kept saltwater aquariums I've seen yet great variety on coral and fish and if they don't have it stocked they will always order it. I'd recommend AO over any saltwater store around

Fantastic experience: Top notch store , very clean , large selection, and a very knowledgeable owner who is one of the friendliest guys in the saltwater biz.

Positive experience: Deffently worth a trip. If your looking for unique items, he's got them. The prices are fair as well. customer service was less than desirable. No prices on any of the corals. Tanks that aren't for sale are not labeled. Seems to be disorganized.

Fantastic experience: Great place! Excellent selection of fish and corals, and prices that rival online stores. We are fortunate to have such a great saltwater store in our area!!

Fantastic experience: Great store with lots of coral and fish selection. Very helpful and knowledgeable staff.

Fantastic experience: Grate fish and great service

Fantastic experience: Awesome selection of coral and very informative owner

Fantastic experience: Awesome store, very clean, great variety, very knowledgeable owner nearly always on site. Great prices that rival online. So much to see! Thee go to for saltwater!

Positive experience: Knowledgeable and friendly. Plenty of fish in stock. Easy to deal with.

Fantastic experience: Live a few hours south but has now became my go to store. Owner Charlie is awesome. Takes time with customers and doesn't push sales. Picked up some awesome coral for a faction of the price of popular online retailers. Speaking about dipping while checking out and when he was out of stock on his preferred dip he gave my his personal bottle. Great coral great fish great store.

Positive experience: Tons of fish and knowledgeable staff

Fantastic experience: Best aquarium store in Illinois. Owner is friendly and always gives me a good deal. I highly recommend Aquariums Obsessions to anyone in the hobby whether you're a first time tank owner or a long term hobbyist.

Positive experience: Great new space for AO

Fantastic experience: Awesome selection of corals and fish

Fantastic experience: The absolute best place for your saltwater items

Fantastic experience: Loved this place even though his stock was considered low. If that was low he still had a huge selection.

Fantastic experience: Best saltwater shop in the area!

Fantastic experience: Awesome place beautiful corals and fish

Fantastic experience: Best place to go for all fish tank needs in the peoria area! I believe it is mostly if not all salt water based

Fantastic experience: Great guys, good selection of corals and fish. The place to go for saltwater/reef tanks.

Positive experience: Large selection of fish

Fantastic experience: What a fantastic shop and truly good owner! I had a salt water aquarium about 15 years ago when I lived in LA but became frustrated with it because I never really understood what it took for a successful reef so I gave up. Fast forward to today. I met Charlie at the shop and he was great. He put together a kit for my budget. He was honest and didn't try to sell me what I didn't need. He went through why we would add things to the tank and when. His store and quality of the fish are impeccable. I wish there were more businesses and honest business people like Aquarium Obsessions.

Fantastic experience: This place was awesome. I've been to all other stores in the Pekin Peoria area and this place blows the others out of the water literally. Owner Charlie was very knowledgable and has a lot of years in the hobby. Very recommended! Outside doesn't look like much but as soon as you walk in you know it's the real deal. Very clean, very taken care of. Everything health. Great prices. Kid friendly my kid loves watching all the different fish.

Fantastic experience: Great Place with Very high quality Corals and fish. They never try to push products onto customers like most pet places do. Highly knowledgeable staff who are always willing to explain in detail. The stoock for my 30 gallon nano is completely from these guys except for few online additions.

Fantastic experience: i got there when they opened and charlie was very helpful to all the questions i had and showed me around because it was my first time there the corals and fish looked great better than any other store i have seen and the amount of both was amazing so much to choose from i will be back and will keep going back because of the service, amount of stock and quality of stock.