Marinescape Aquarium

140 reviews

947 Carling Ave, Ottawa, ON K1Y 4E4, Canada

www.marinescape.ca

+16137611743

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Marinescape Aquarium is a Aquarium shop located at 947 Carling Ave, Ottawa, ON K1Y 4E4, Canada. It has received 140 reviews with an average rating of 4.6 stars.

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Hours

Monday12-6PM
Tuesday12-6PM
Wednesday12-5PM
ThursdayClosed
Friday12-6PM
Saturday12-6PM
Sunday12-6PM

F.A.Q

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  • The address of Marinescape Aquarium: 947 Carling Ave, Ottawa, ON K1Y 4E4, Canada

  • Marinescape Aquarium has 4.6 stars from 140 reviews

  • Aquarium shop

  • "Absolutely the best Ottawa has to offer!! No kids who don't know what they're talking about like at the big chain, or guys who will sell you anything (even when it's not right for your tank) like other smaller stores"

    "This store is a disgrace"

    "I have nothing but great things to say about Marinescape"

    "I love privately owned stores"

    "This is an amazing resource for the marine aquairum community in Ottawa"

Reviews

  • A Russell

Absolutely the best Ottawa has to offer!! No kids who don't know what they're talking about like at the big chain, or guys who will sell you anything (even when it's not right for your tank) like other smaller stores. I have been in the hobby for a year and a half and have a thriving mixed reef tank thanks to Mark and Keith! Really amazing advice (and selection), couldn't ask for better. They're crazy honest...rare in a world where money is usually the deciding factor. I spend a lot of time researching on the big online reef forums and have heard so many nightmares about bad LFS's...not these guys! Shout out to Gord as well who fills in from time to time...they even hooked me up with a guy who will tend my tank when I'm gone for long periods...and soon to be working on a custom tank with them. One stop shop...no-one offers service like that these days. Guaranteed you won't be disappointed!

  • Jay Lawrence

This store is a disgrace. I have never seen such a filthy aquarium store in my life. Every tank is full of pest algae and aptasia. (Thanks by the way - can I have that Aptasia-X on the house?) The displays are in disrepair. Marine fish in a display better suited for betas? Meanwhile, the two guys running the store sit around and chat while they really should be maintaining the homes for these animals. Over the past 18 months I’ve seen the slide further downwards; time to shut it down guys - you’ve lost interest in your business and the welfare of the animals that you keep. I’m really shocked at the other ratings - what a bunch of uninformed ‘me-too’ reviews.

  • TrevScott

I have nothing but great things to say about Marinescape. Keith and Mark are extremely helpful and are always willing to answer your questions. They have no problem helping newbies by offering beginner corals, advice, and years of knowledge. If you've been in the hobby for a few years and are looking for specific things, ask them if they can get it... If they can't, they'll give you a few places they know of that might be able to. As always, they have the best coral selection in the city.

  • Limoges Farmer

I love privately owned stores. I needed special silicone your adhesive that was safe to use in aquariums, and they had it in stock. I called a store closer to me, and their version of this product cost exactly twice as much, and they were a chain. Needless to say, I purchased the product, and it was exactly what I needed. One if the owners did the transaction, and he was very friendly and answers my questions. I recommend them to anyone looking for anything to do with aquariums.

  • Cory Taylor

This is an amazing resource for the marine aquairum community in Ottawa. The owners and staff are exceptionally approchable. They provide advice and share stories with clients in a way that makes it feel like an exclusive club, instead of a store. They offer weekly bulk pricing on clean up crew and will only stock fish and invertibrates that are appropriate for amateur aquarists. They clearly care about the hobby and it's my pleasure to visit as often as i can.

  • Samuel Pelletier

I completely don't understand all those 4 + stars for this shop. In my opinion, it is the worst Aquarium shop ever I have seen in my life. Everything is desorganised, dirty , non well maintain, with no price labels... with salt growing all around the aquariums. There is almost no choices and the guy who seems the owner barely talk to you. They are so better out there. Pls, do yourself a favor, don't take the time to visit that place, go elsewhere.

  • Casey Wagner

Contacted the store and talked to Lisa via email a bunch of time to get some things special ordered. She was a great help. And that was before I'd even been to the store the first time. Went today to pick up the order and it looks great in there! Staff is friendly, tanks are gorgeous. Just wish I had a bigger tank at home right now to take some of those corals and fish home with me.

  • CookieRawks (Cookierawks)

I'm still a newbie with marine aquariums so i do have a lot of questions and running to a lot of 'common newbie problems'. they are very helpful and took the time to help me out. if something wasn't working, i went in and they offered me possible solutions. They stock pretty much everything you need and their products are great! nice choice to corals/fish.

  • Kenny Williams

Stopped in to have a chat and look around. I am new to salt water tanks and the owners were both there to answer all questions and were happy to show me and point me into the right direction. I will be back tomorrow to start purchasing items. I love to support local smaller shops! Thank you so much.

  • Faye Proctor

Great people that work there. Very helpful. Very patient. Very educated. Great selection always. Amazing healthy coral collection too. For someone new to the hobby they have been more than helpful and always give me advice even if it means they don't sell product.

  • Louka St-Jean

This place is amazing, they are super helpful and will take their time explaining to you everything you need to know while being happy about it! Super knowledgeable and humble workers! Thanks again for the super healthy fishes! Did i mention they are amazing yet?

  • julie carrigan

Service is great! They always answer my questions and guide me through step by step on how to have a successful salt water fish tank. I have never had a problem with their livestock or products. I was recommended and I would recommend Marine Scape to others.

  • Kevin Pearson

Cette place est extrêmement mal propre attention, Beaucoup de coraux avec des prix trop chère vu leur état de santé déplorable. Le personnel ma expliqué que présentement leur économie ne tourne pas très bien....à mon avis cela ne Vaud pas le détour!

  • Gord Schultz

This store has always been one of the best saltwater stores in Ottawa. The new owners have done an incredible job of cleaning and updating it. The staff is incredibly helpful and most importantly knowledgeable. The corals and fish are

  • Danik Paquette

Super service, James et Marc sont toujours la pour répondre a nos questions, ils prennent le temps de bien répondre. Nous sommes très satisfait des poissons et coraux que nous avons acheté, ils sont en bonne santé

  • Dustin Crothers

Knows alot on coral aspect good selection of various types of coral and some fish but as of late hard to get fish in witch is ok for now very friendly clean shop Fair prices looking forward to doing more business

  • MrDarko3000

You won't find any better selection of healthy coral (especially SPS) in Ottawa, period. The guys that work here are super knowledgable, and will gladly talk through any issue or question you have.

  • Anthony Sinn

Want to get into the marine aquarium hobby for keeps? Go here. The staff will provide on the spot consultation with every purchase. Locally produced corals and imports too. A hidden gem in Ottawa.

  • Ruth Pittman

Ok, this place is a niche for saltwater aquariasts. These guys know their stuff and sell healthy specimens. Their advice has prevented a lot of mishaps in the hobby which is can be very costly.

  • Cam G

Very cool store, huge collection and variety of fish and coral. Staff seemed very friendly and helpful. However keep in mind they only have products for salt water tanks, nothing freshwater.

  • nancy prevost

Excellent service! James and Mark offer a really good service. The shop is clean, the fishs and corals are in good shape and just beautiful. Marinescape est notre magasin préféré!

  • David Bate

Nice little marine aquarium shop with a good veriety of corals. They tend to be rather pricey, but everything is proven healthy. Great knowledgable customer service.

  • Marc D

This place is amazing. Good service , the guy there are always answer your questions and give really good advice. Small place but the best in the Capital region

  • Musab Avci

Great store and helpful staff just wish there websites construction finishes soon. but otherwise great website as well easy to use.

  • Danik Paquette

Good service, good price, fish and corals are beautifuls and in good healt. James always take the time to anwser all our question

  • Matt Kroll

If you want aptasia and majano anemones then this is your place. Nice stuff but be careful before adding to your display tank.

  • Jason Lafreniere

Great shop! Fish and Corals look healthy and the prices are better than many online competitors. Thanks for the great service!

  • Derek Wilson

Great place, good prices and knowledgeable staff any question I had they answered ! Thanks for the 5* service !

  • Eric Diotte

Sooo much knowledge and all the answers ! Competitive pricing with people that care about the hobby.

  • Graeme Bart

These guys know their reefing! Always easygoing and ready to help with even the smallest question.

  • Warp Asylum

Excellent selection of saltwater aquarium fish, frags, etc. Very friendly and knowledgeable staff.

  • Adam Chappell

Great place people know there stuff. Cant wait for covid to be over so I can shop more often

  • Brendan Ruddy

Been going here with my dad Terry since I was a kid. Best aquarium specialists in the city!

  • Andrew Walker

Always great and friendly service. Very knowledgeable and happy to answer any questions.

  • John Lunde

Keith and Mark are awesome guys with tons of great info and advice, highly recommended.

  • Viet-Hong Nguyen

I love coming here. The selection is great, always provide good advice and services.

  • Steven Arrighi

New owners are giving this place some over due love. So excited for them to be epic

  • Anthony Jenkins

Best aquarium store in the city. Extremely knowledgeable and friendly staff. 10/10

  • Keith Gauthier

Best saltwater aquarium store in the city. The guys here are very knowledgeable.

  • bleachbbproject Nightcore

All the aquariums are dirty and they don't have a big choice in fishes at all.

  • Roberto Luis Boffill Garcia

Super healthy corals and amazing service . I'm super happy with my 24k torch

  • Vladimir Solovyov

Great LFS !!! Very knowledgeable owners can help you with anything you need!

  • Joel Agnew

Looks great after the store refresh. Clean, sleek, corals looking healthy.

  • Bassem victor

Helpful and knowledgeable owners also great selection of corals and fish

  • Elton Hodges

Great selection of coral frags and knowledgeable and friendly staff.

  • J H

Great service, not to many fish to choose from but lots of equipment

  • Mitchell McGovern

Excellent service. Was very knowledgeable. Will definitely be back.

  • Hafelord

Probably the best place in the Ottawa area to get saltwater stuff

  • Boulos Zarka

Just go. Lots of stuff to look at and a very knowledgeable staff

  • Vdub819

Awsome place support local business this place is worth going to

  • R N

Very knowledgeable staff and best prices on live stock in town

  • Dylan Young

Good prices, good selection and friendly knowledgeable staff!

  • Rob Robertson

Extremely knowledgeable and helpful. Prices are competitive.

  • Rod Thornhill

Able to help with any questions. I am new to reef aquariums.

  • Mariah

Always helpful knowledgeable staff. Great salt water store!

  • Cain Canning

Great selection but the store and tanks could be cleaner

  • Mike Simpson

too bad I can only give 5 stars. They deserve many more

  • The Hebegebe

Nice store. Good selection. Very knowledgeable service.

  • Normand Latour

Personnel toujours aussi compétent, service courtois !

  • Omega Boba

Love service and quality of products great jobs guys!

  • Patrick Gallant

Amazing, clean and friendly shop! Highly recommended!

  • Cuong Nguyen

Best place to buy marine fishes and corals in Ottawa!

  • Elizabeth St. John

The new management has completely changed the game!

  • Shane Seguin

Best place around love my fox face and blue tang

  • Marcelo Portillo

Very knowledgeable lost of hardware selection !

  • Vincent Chu

Love the friendly and informative staff here.

  • Yuri Dembin

Long line ups and a poor selection of fish.

  • David Richard

Always helpful and know what they're doing

  • Long Johnston

They do not sell anything for fresh water.

  • Aquila Roofing Ottawa

Best prices in town. Knowledgeable staff

  • beauty mark

perte de temps,allez chez AquaValley A+

  • Ryan McGladdery

Amazing shop very kind owner …

  • david richard

Love this saltwater aquarium store

  • salem salem

Nice selection of corals and fish.

  • joel desjardins

Great lfs nice fish and corals

  • Christopher Gardiner

Really nice and helpful staff.

  • Sweb Style

Great advice! Friendly staff.

  • Remi Lagace

Great knowledge and sélection

  • brad white

Great place for marine fish!

  • Alison Gosling

Friendly and knowledgeable

  • Shane Mitchell

Better then big All's.

  • Vladimir Solovyov

I Love this place !

  • Michael belway

Lots of good stuff

  • Ginette Grant

Awesome service

  • Andrew McCowan

Good selection

  • Jessica Hall

Nice selection

  • Gerald Ross

Great place

  • M M

Good store

  • David Sugarman

Fish

  • Tyler Jackson

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