If you are an owner or manager of a business, you should take a moment to visit this store and observe Red in action. He is the example and model by which all business should conduct themselves. He's friendly, welcoming, unpretentious, honest, knowledgeable, and know exactly how to treat a customer. Needless to say, he alone won me over and will come back again and again. As for the store, the selection were reasonable though I was early by a week for the store new shipment. The price was generous to reasonable and if you were lucky to have met Red like I did, I sure did felt like a winner walking out of the store! The store and display were clean though small (typical of most reef shop). I normal don't login to comment online with exception of extreme cases.

I have to say... I have never felt so comfortable entering such an establishment. Red really takes the time to connect with his customers. As a new member to the reefing community, one may be scared, nervous or shy to even ask some of the most basic questions. Research is always good, but sometimes there are so many different opinions or different courses of action that one may get deterred. Red really made me feel like part of this community. He runs a good shop and is always quick to respond. I just wanted to say thanks! My kids and even my wife (who was skeptical about me transferring to the bright side) felt so welcomed. Red, thanks a million for your assistance. I honestly can say that you have been awesome. I look forward to my visits to Burlington!

This is a new place that I've been to a few times now. They have an amazing selection of corals, especially frags which is what I go for. They keep an uncomplicated pricing system and everything is always healthy from what I've seen. They have a smaller fish wall and (at least everytime I've been there) the fish have looked healthy as well. The owners are very helpful and friendly, quick to answer questions but not the type to hang around either which is nice. Not a huge selection of stock as of yet, lots of good quality skimmers and pro equipment though. I sincerely hope that this store is around for a long time as it sure beats anything else that has been around.

First of all I don't have any concerns about the customer service. It was my preferable store to buy due to great service and reliable vendors. The main concern is the quality of fishes started to be significantly low since COVID. For last couple years my success with fishes from this store drop from 100% to 20%. And after having a huge outage in my tank when adding a new fish and loosing almost all population I've decided to postpone buying from Coral Reef Shop and wait when the pandemia ends, store has better quality fishes, their selection and time to quarantine.

First time here and I was quite impressed. Pricing can't be beat and the staff are great, always on the ready to answer questions or bag up your goodies. Definitely stop here before buying any other place. They have small colonies for the price of frags elsewhere and colours were absolutely stunning in fish and coral. Lots of neat stuff even if just browsing. Will definitely be back for some coral and I got a beauty clownfish for a price so good I felt like I was stealing! EDIT: Returned for more goodies. Was very tough to choose with frag tanks full.

I’ve had the pleasure of getting to know Red and visiting his shop for the past few months. Red is very knowledgeable, friendly, and has fair prices. As a new reefer, Red has shown patience explaining the hobby and provided me with a great deal of guidance setting up my reef tank. I ended up getting a Red Sea max nano which arrived at the shop in less than a week, and I’ve been returning every week whether it be for pre-mixed salt water, coral, fish, or just to browse. Tldr; Coral Reef Shop is a great establishment - go check it out!

The wife and I recently stopped in to aid in the stocking of her sons saltwater reef aquarium. We picked up 2 new animals. 1 a Blue Tang (Doree from Nemo) and also a white anemone that we are hoping will become home to the 2 clowns we have from a previous trip. The store is small , but is well stocked with wildlife, corals and anemones, and several species of fish. Proprietors seem to be very knowledgeable about the products they carry. For sure we will be back!! Prices seem to be very competitive and variety is awesome

Went and met Red today - for a pair of seahorses! I was extremely impressed, with how personable and professional Red is! He is extremely knowledgeable and you can tell, genuinely cares, about his customers! Having come from out of town, he even gave me and my son a box of local donuts! It's these little things, that you don't see or get, from BIG retail! I would highly recommend anyone, to go visit Red and his amazing reef shop! A+++

Went to the place this weekend. Google street view says the building isn't there , but it is. Very new place , So its still not fully done, however good selection of salt water fish tank supplies , fish , corals. Good place to go for anyone looking for someone that knows what they are talking about , even if you don't. Prices are also right for what they sell. Will go back ... a lot

Amazingly well run private aquarium shop. They always have an interesting selection of corals and fish at more than fair prices. Red (the owner) and Kyle are very knowledgeable, and aren't afraid to tell you when they don't know the answer to your question, but will always point you to someone who might. Admirable to see staff at a LFS that care more about your tank than the sale.

Great selection of fish and corals. Small place and it's always busy when I go. It might take a bit of time before he's able to help you since there is only one person working but lots to look at in the mean time. Friendly and helpful customer service, especially supportive for a newbie like me. I've purchased polyps, zoanthids, a flaming scallop, and a copperband butterfly fish.

Great shop, great people, great corals and great prices. Red is the man and the staff are amazing. Corals are always healthy. No matter the shipment they take care of the corals like a true hobbyist, not to just get them sold. Been here a couple times and it gets better every time. Much recommend to come here, from noobs to pros. Thanks red, I'll keep that cynarina healthy.

Amazing store. Red always carries high quality livestock. He won’t sell you anything that he has any question about. He also does a really good job of answering questions and steering reefers old or new in the right direction. I really appreciate that he’s gives you an opinion on the coral or fish you are selecting to help with your selection but without being pushy.

Nice stock and offer a variety of fish that are hard to obtain in the Ottawa area. The owner even offered to hold a coral for me to make sure it was healthy before I bought it. Unfortunately I didn't get a chance to go back to pick it up due to a serious and sudden illness in the family, but I definitely plan to visit the store again next time I'm in Burlington!!

A small shop but worth a stop. I dropped in to buy clownfish with my girlfriend and they had a very lovely variety. Great consumer service, super friendly, very resourceful. All the fish look extremely healthy, to the point my girlfriend noticed how much brighter and full in colour the yellow tangs were compared to other stores.

The Coral Reef Shop is my go to spot. Red is great, he's patient and helps you out with only the best and honest advice he can give. Nice selection of fish and corals for a biginner but also some really nice corals for the experianced reefer. I highly suggest stopping by if you havnt already, Reds always got deals going on.

Absolutely the best reef store I have visited. Excellent selection of healthy coral and fish, including rare and unusual specimens. First class customer service, very knowledge and friendly. They carry a great range of products quality products. If you are interested in saltwater aquariums you will not be disappointed.

This place is quality. I’ve bought fish and corals from Red and his stuff is top notch, never had any issues with fish disease, and his prices are actually lower than larger competitors. Pay less and get about the highest quality you can get, it’s a no brainer. The shop is small but really great, highly recommend!

I went there this afternoon. It's a really nice store. The staff are really knowledgeable and helpful. The store is a bit tight to get around if you're in a wheelchair like I am. But the Red, the owner and the other staff are very friendly and more than willing to answer any of my questions.

Great place.It's been a while since I looked into restarting a saltwater tank but came here for a look. The cleanliness of the place hit me first, the incredible choices, second and finally the friendliness and helpful attitude of the staff. Once I'm ready, I WILL be back!

Been dealing with these guys in Burlington for some years. The service is excellent and honest. It's a smaller shop however quality of their livestock is excellent. I've dealt with Red and he is great. They are definitely my preference for anything saltwater.

Amazing place, great selection, easily the #1 saltwater stop in the GTA. They are VERY helpful, helped me through my first tank and now will be helping me to stock my new tank. They also maintain a private 1350 gallon reef tank, which is beautiful.

I been coming here for the last 3 years and they are always willing to help and ways have LARGE SELECTION. At the moment everyone is dry but here, and prices are negociatable. Even if you have a question you should stop by …

Came through the shop as a first timer and Red was super patient and friendly. Not to mention a great deal on my first pair of clowns. After some poor experience at bigger box stores, I’ll be coming here for all my reef tank needs.

While this shop is a little far away from me, I have never had a bad experience with them. Red has helped me with more than one problem for my tank and is very patient with his advice. I will always recommend this shop.

Lots of cool corals and great displays. Prices are quite high and not a huge selection of fish.but the owner is a highly knowledgeable guy and is always happy to help you with anything you need.

Great place, great fish, great corals. Love the display and all the different clownfish. The corals are much better then any big als I’ve ever been too. Great customer service as well.

This place has amazing customer service and Red is always quick to advise in my aquatic emergencies. Great stock, great fish and fantastic inverts. Been shopping here for years.

This is such an amazing store, and the owner is phenomenal, he ensures you have everything you need to be a successful aquarist and have a healthy marine aquarium.

Best shop! Red and Emily are kick a$s! Great customer service and fair pricing. Can’t say enough good things about my fav, local, reef shop.

One of the best shops in the area. Great service and knowledge from Red, great variety of fish and corals, and top notch dry goods as well.

Red (the owner) is fantastic. He is helpful, kind and knowledgeable. Always healthy coral and fish and he will give tou his best advice.

Red was awesome and of great help to us! He gave my friend great advice for a first timer wanting to build an aquarium in his room.

One of my favorite reef shops. Always a great, healthy selection of corals and fish. The staff is very knowledgeable and honest.

Great place, owner is down to earth and very knowledgeable about anything reef related. Very good prices too! Love coming here

The owner is really friendly and knows his stuff. Amazing coral selection. Prices are good as well.

The shop has a great supply of corals and salt water fish. The staff are very knowledgeable.

Very knowledgeable and helpful. Nice selection of saltwater fish and corals.

Great place to shop for corals and supplies

Great place, highly recommend.