Chicago Discus

53 reviews

Hours by Appointment, 3553 N Rutherford Ave, Chicago, IL 60634

www.chicagodiscus.com

+13126220055

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Chicago Discus is a Aquarium shop located at Hours by Appointment, 3553 N Rutherford Ave, Chicago, IL 60634. It has received 53 reviews with an average rating of 4.9 stars.

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Hours

Monday10AM-5PM
Tuesday12-5PM
Wednesday10AM-5PM
Thursday10AM-5PM
Friday10AM-5PM
Saturday10AM-5PM
Sunday10AM-5PM

F.A.Q

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  • The address of Chicago Discus: Hours by Appointment, 3553 N Rutherford Ave, Chicago, IL 60634

  • Chicago Discus has 4.9 stars from 53 reviews

  • Aquarium shop

  • "I've been in the hobby my entire life(kept fish since 1971)"

    "I have purchased 6 Discus in the past 3 months from Chicago Discus and they have all been very healthy, vibrant colored, excellent body shape, and health eaters the first day I put them into my tank! I am lucky that I live in Chicago and visit their hatchery in person and it is very clean and well kept"

    "I admired the selection from afar for a year before I made my first purchase"

    "Going through their basement was the equivalent of going to Disney Land for a Discus keeper"

    "I would say that I have bought discus fish online for the past 10 years"

Reviews

  • J C

I've been in the hobby my entire life(kept fish since 1971). I've kept saltwater, and freshwater species. I've bred many freshwater species(including Discus). I continually seek out local fish stores and breeders to find the best specimen and value (often the cheapest price is not the best value). Chicago Discus has the best specimen and selection in Discus I've ever seen. All their fish look outstanding with many show quality specimen. Their facility (the basement of their home) and tanks are very well kept. The owners(Josie & Miranda) are very friendly and professional. If you're in the Chicago Land area you really need to take a visit to Chicago Discus, and see first hand how beautiful these fish could be when they're well cared for. In short, top quality fish + competitive pricing = great value, + professional friendly service = "Top Pick" Discus retail store.

  • Mike Boyd

I have purchased 6 Discus in the past 3 months from Chicago Discus and they have all been very healthy, vibrant colored, excellent body shape, and health eaters the first day I put them into my tank! I am lucky that I live in Chicago and visit their hatchery in person and it is very clean and well kept. They have an excellent selection of Discus and are very knowledgeable and an excellent resource for me as I learn all about this beautiful fish. Miranda and Josie are as nice and accommodating as you can get. Really enjoy working with them truly trust them. I will continue to buy all of my Discus from them. Highly recommend Chicago Discus to every one!! Mike

  • Michael Simonetti

I admired the selection from afar for a year before I made my first purchase. My only regret was waiting so long. I dealt with Miranda exclusively during my purchase. I found communication extremely efficient, and Miranda answered all of my questions promptly and thoroughly. Descriptions of the fish were highly accurate. Packaging was impeccable and sizing of the fish was actually underestimated, which was a pleasant surprise. As far as fish quality is concerned, I found the three fish that I purchased to be second to none in my experience.

  • GA Muhajir

Going through their basement was the equivalent of going to Disney Land for a Discus keeper. Not from Chi, was in town…took the opportunity to drop by (by appointment only). They have some of the cleanest, vibrant Discus I have seen about. Extremely well cared for and the water is CLEAR. What an experience!!! Highly recommended. Oh did I mention, outside of all the superb Discus spicemens. They have a full grown Mbu Puffer. :) Fair pricing…given the quality! Great advice! Awesome visit

  • Juan C Garcia

I would say that I have bought discus fish online for the past 10 years. Having excellent quality of fish is important, I started buying from Chicago discus this year, So far every fish that I bought from Miranda and Josie are healthy excellent quality, but the most important thing is the owners they are very professional, willing to go the extra mile to please the customer, they are very knowledgeable And willing to assit thier customers. Thank you Miranda and Josie Juan

  • Frank Smego

Very friendly, knowledgeable and a pleasure to do business with. The Fish room is clean well maintained, tank maintenance is exemplary. I bought two Discus on 8/16, on 8/25 they spawned, how much more can you say about the health and vigor of fish? Also, Miranda and I did not try to pick a pair, we just found two gorgeous Discus for my planted tank. I am happy to recommend Chicago Discus to anyone interested in quality Discus. Frank

  • William Rinehart

Purchased 12 red checkerboard pigeons and 12 spotted leopards. They were sold as 3 1/2 - 4 inch fish, which is exactly how they measured out. They are all perfectly shaped. The quality of these discus is amazing. And the price........what a bargin! Miranda made me wait an extra week, a good thing, while she made sure they had been properly quarantined. Her advise was very much appreciated. Just a very positive buying experience.

  • RAY HARDY

I've always bought my Discus from Chicago Discus . Chicago Discus is my number one stop to go to when it comes to needing high quality discus. Check out the website and look at the food being delivered to your King Of The Tank. Miranda and Josey is very knowledgeable and always willing to assist you with whatever you need when it comes to your discus just look at my tank picture.

  • Mark Litvinsky

Selling infected fish by discus plague( black disease). I moved to Louisville, created new tropical fish farm and had stupid thing to get fish from this seller. Just one strain bought. Got the fish from this seller and all my discus were infected by her fish. destroyed all the fish and started again. Watch out and think about if you have point to buy dis us from this seller

  • P Mihalace

Thank you for your help with my aquarium. Miranda you are 10 out of 10,, everything you teach me in our 15 min meeting work very well. I enjoy so much my aquarium . Here is the story short :), I restart my cycle for my aquarium and I decided to start with discus, I am so glad I find this place. Very nice fish for a very good price. Recommend this place 100%.

  • Debbie Tedder

I received my beautiful fish today, and they are absolutely amazing! So much prettier than I could ever have imagined! Thank you Miranda for all of your help and expertise. After years of disappointing experiences in the local fish stores of Orlando, I decided to go on line. I am so happy I did! I will recommend Chicago Discus to everyone! .

  • Leonard Kirsch

Miranda and Josie are awesome! They undoubtedly have the best discus fish in the country. But beyond that, they are responsive, dedicated, and caring people who absolutely treat their customers the right way. I have been buying fish from them for many years and would not get discus anywhere else.

  • Joe Fox

If I could give more stars I would! These are the most beautiful fish my wife and I have ever seen, and miranda was very fair on pricing. The fish look even better than the pictures on their website and they have some GOOD size. Will definitely only use Chicago discus for any future purchases

  • Costaes Mcclain

Just wanted to say Thanks. Miranda and Josie. the discus arrived healthy and happy fantastic color Top Quality. You Guys are doing a great job.Wil tell any one. THat Is thinking about owning some. Chicago DIscus. is the Best. Great price and Unbelievable Service. Will order Again. Thanks

  • Edward Smith

Insane to go anywhere else. Cannot beat the quality, selection, price, service and support. Don't buy discus from anywhere else until first visiting Chicago Discus. I live in the burbs and it was an hour drive. That said, if it was 3hrs, it would still be worth it!

  • Josh Antonik

I have been a discus hobbyist for over 10 years and I have purchased many discus from local fish shops and none have come close to what Miranda has. These discus are healthy and great size. Just beautiful. Only regret I have, not finding Chicago Discus sooner.

  • Richard Augustine

After seeing pictures online, we decided to make an appointment to see them in person. Walking in we were amazed by the amount of fish to choose from! Several tanks with so many beautiful colors/patterns, and these are not small

  • Twisted- Lady

I haven't ordered from them. I try to order from our Discus breeder habitually but im concidering Chicago Discus. Their fish look great. They have pictures of each individual fish and while time consuming its a spectacular idea!

  • TheVo

The discus fishes are keeping in the small basement and the Price is not cheap, not many strains to select buyer should be check and compare with other online stores before making purchases. discus.com, chicagodiscus.com.....

  • Brad Zonka

Always a pleasure to deal with and great quality Discus! I have purchased several over the years from them and never an issue. They all have been healthy and eat right away. Cant wait to get a larger tank to add more of them!

  • Maria Garcia

These were the biggest healthiest discus we’ve ever seen. Within the first month they were laying eggs. These fish are a great value for the money. We’ve had 3 for 3 months now and are going back to get another.

  • E GT

Amazing!!! I love the way they treat their clients and gave me a super good deal that i couldn't pass on it!! Highly recommended!! High quality discus, will be back soon:)

  • Steven Han

Enjoyed my interactions with the owner and they sell top quality discus. Helpful with any questions I had post purchase and would recommend to anyone looking for discus

  • phil Carlson

The Discus here blow any Chicago/Chicagoland stores out of the water on quality along with good pricing. Buy here if you want top quality Discus

  • Artem Vartanov

Went there to buy a breeding cone. Great person to meet great selection of discus. Very neat and very clean environment.

  • Erin Slone-Gomez

The fish are truly spectacular, Miranda is a font of discus knowledge, and the packaging is done with incredible care.

  • Steve White

Have my discus 2 months now Miranda and Josie sell only top quality. Also packed top notch .Will buy from them again.

  • canisha cheairs

Get fish and food from Miranda! Top quality discus is worth it! Seen the cutest ducklings I ever seen in my life.

  • Carol Hanke

Definitely THE place to get top quality fish! I am a repeat customer, will always recommend this business

  • Musky 78

Super friendly and the setup is super clean. Great people to do business with in this great hobby

  • C Hanke

Absolutely the best customer service experience I have ever had with fish! I highly recommend!

  • Israel Esquivel

Good evening Mrs. Miranda Thank you for your help My dicus fich is much better God bless her

  • joseph rago

Very nice and well kept fish I'm addicted to Chicago Discus I keep going back for more.

  • Michael Sternal

All the information I was looking for is there. Great site for discus information.

  • Robbie Baccam

Great fish inventory. High quality and Miranda was awesome to work with.

  • Aletheia E

Quality discus, and very well cared for. Clean tanks, healthy fish.

  • Kayla Rodriguez

Good customer service. Fish came in healthy and looked beautiful.

  • daniel kim

Fun and exciting trip. Miranda was kind and patient. Great fish!

  • quan nguyen

Excellent quality, healthy fishs, good inventory.

  • Joseph Lopes

Great service, great selection, will be returning

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