V & L Aquarium

138 reviews

259 High St, Preston VIC 3072, Australia

+61394848877

About

V & L Aquarium is a Aquarium shop located at 259 High St, Preston VIC 3072, Australia. It has received 138 reviews with an average rating of 4.6 stars.

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Hours

Monday10AM-5:30PM
Tuesday10AM-5:30PM
Wednesday10AM-5:30PM
Thursday10AM-5:30PM
Friday10AM-5:30PM
SaturdayClosed
Sunday10AM-5:30PM

F.A.Q

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  • The address of V & L Aquarium: 259 High St, Preston VIC 3072, Australia

  • V & L Aquarium has 4.6 stars from 138 reviews

  • Aquarium shop

  • "I always go in for a visit with my son who loves to gaze at all the exotic fish in this aquarium shop"

    "This store has got variety but fish health is not the best most of them have fin rot or are constantly rubbing themself on rocks or substrate "

    "Takes horrible care of there bettas I purchased a male betta for 50$ and he just threw the betta into a bag with another tanks water witch stressed the betta out bc the bettas tank had 2ppm ammonia and when I added him to his 40 liter he had swim bladder that wasn't treable now he Is just lying in his tank not able to swim I would not but bettas here or any other fish I recommend roxys aquarium they take great care of there bettas compared to here and way betta prices"

    "The owner certainly knows his fish and aquariums in general which is the key reason for the longevity of this business"

    "Lihn is absolutely amazing! I have been a regular customer since September 2022 and from day one Linh has been fantastic"

Reviews

  • Fun Kwok

I always go in for a visit with my son who loves to gaze at all the exotic fish in this aquarium shop. They sell various kinds of fish, ranging from the regular goldfish to finding Nemo’s clown fish & royal blue tank to the beautiful discus fish and the rather odd walking fish. The staff/owner is pretty friendly and doesn’t get iffy from a child going ooh and ahh at the fish in the shop and is still friendly even though we are just visiting the shop to gaze at the fish. The prices of the fish are pretty reasonable and the condition of the tanks look clean and well kept.

  • Rohan Mandad

This store has got variety but fish health is not the best most of them have fin rot or are constantly rubbing themself on rocks or substrate . Plus things are overpriced for a shop like this, things you can get 10-15$ cheaper online / other places the prices of fish are expensive for their quality. Bettas and single blue crawfish are left to die in the display 800ml glass containers. Would not recommend this place rather the Coburg aquarium, Roxy aquarium or the fastway aquarium for the quality of fish and cheaper price.

  • Dusty Briff

Takes horrible care of there bettas I purchased a male betta for 50$ and he just threw the betta into a bag with another tanks water witch stressed the betta out bc the bettas tank had 2ppm ammonia and when I added him to his 40 liter he had swim bladder that wasn't treable now he Is just lying in his tank not able to swim I would not but bettas here or any other fish I recommend roxys aquarium they take great care of there bettas compared to here and way betta prices

  • Don Tadixz

The owner certainly knows his fish and aquariums in general which is the key reason for the longevity of this business. The shop is dim so it is a bit like entering and old style 'Aquarium' attraction with the lights of the tanks and gurgling filters setting the rhythm. Pricing is reasonable and customer service far exceeds what one get from the corporate barn like pet shops. Well worth a visit if you're seeking fish without chips...

  • Kellie

Lihn is absolutely amazing! I have been a regular customer since September 2022 and from day one Linh has been fantastic. Like other reviewers have said, he makes you feel welcome and is so easy to talk to. He has products galore and his knowledge is second to none. Linh has helped me with treatment for my sick cichlid, who today is happy and healthy and back in gen pop I cannot recommend him enough!

  • Thee P

First discovered this aquarium over 20 years ago , and a couple of years ago got back into the hobby and decided to pay Linh a visit , so glad I did Linh’s expertise and advice made me feel at ease with my selection . Im super happy with my tank Quality fish and a really nice guy to deal with Thanks a bunch mate

  • Saifuddin sani

i met lin today. my partner and i was trying to find a permanent fish shop we could always go to as coburg aquarium was not a friendly place to be...and we found one. lin welcomed us, had a friendly conversation, i could ask him anything and made us very comfortable in the shop. ill be coming back for sure.

  • Helena Balazs

Highly recommend V & L Aquarium - Lin is very passionate about his fish and prices were so much cheaper than other aquarium shops I had previously looked at! Lin was fantastic to deal with! No request was too hard, he was super helpful and even delivered the 4ft cabinet for our new tank free of charge!

  • ГОРАН TolmiePheasantsVic ГЛУШИЦА

Always top quality fish and fish product. I know the guy for over 15 years (since I got into this hobby) and i can highly recommended this shop. Very knowledgeable and professional services!! The best available!!! You won't be disappointed..

  • Emil Jose

Had a very very bad experience. I was about to set my first marine tank and visited this shop. As instructed by the shop owner I bought aquarium and some live rocks and the very next day, omg what I could see is a fish tank full of worms. 

  • IEDEN HASDOO

Very helpful owner and staff. Not always about making a sale as he has proper knowledge and experience in the industry and will give you the right information to ensure its above board. You can't find service like that much these days

  • Tom

Best fish aquarium ever! Been going here with my parents since I was a little kid, lihn is a top guy and always happy to help and have a joke he makes his customers feel like family and very welcome. I highly recommend V&L aquarium

  • Marko Poljak

Linn is not only immensely knowledgeable, but is an amazingly down to earth and friendly individual. Always makes you feel welcome and gives genuinely honest help and advice!!!! I wouldn't go anyplace else.

  • Faye Grover

Great service and such a nice man. We go there because he stocks the algea tablets that clear up a green fish pond and they work great. Plus he has got a variaty of fish and plants to choose from.

  • Rob Go

Great little aquarium. The livestock looked healthy and well cared for. Had a nice chat with owner and he was very knowledgeable and happy to help with info etc. Fair pricing, too.

  • Teneil Grace

Can't beat the customer service! Linh is a great fella with lots of knowledge. Got a great deal on these gorgeous pink kissing gourami and will definitely be back. …

  • Phu Lai

It's a little local shop. Ok range of fishes, mostly freshwater but they got some saltwater fish too. Plant collection is meh. Not much else to look at other than fishes.

  • tieni steve

Lee was a great owner to talk to made it easy and was extremely very helpful. We bought several fish and were happy with the great service will be back for more.

  • Jack Darby-Brennan

Excellent product range and excellent advice, Lin is very helpful and knows his stuff! Highly recommend this place for beginners and established hobbyists.

  • Kate Grealy

Just discovered this gem of an aquarium shop. Knowledgeable owner who's had the shop for 25 years, variety of fish and plants. Friendly, and good prices

  • mahmood ali

Very knowledgeable staff Mathew He explained me the very basics from chemistry to maintenance as I am new to have fish aquarium. Thanks Mathew …

  • Alister Robbie

A great range of fish, and wonderful service and support. It's a great aquarium resource tucked away in the Preston. Happy to recommend V&L.

  • Anthony G

Awesome advice best service. Had a major tank crash that with advice had it cleared up in two days instead of a wipe. Very cool vendor

  • Hussein Awwad

Lin is a very helpful and charming person. Reasonably priced healthy fish . This place has definitely won a permanent customer.

  • lara p

excellent service, well priced and wide range of fish and coral. Lin was very knowledgeable and helpful. Would recommend!

  • Chris Homsey

Amazing fish and super knowledgeable staff who care. Here's a happy snap of one of our new additions sending it's love.

  • Parris Achard

Can't even recommend this aquarium store more. Have been using Linh's shop since I first moved to the area a year ago.

  • Mark Cerasuolo

Great service and advice as usual from a small business. Prices are also better than bigger shops. Highly recommend.

  • Onewheel Tigz

Great place Lin is a very knowledgeable guy and knows a lot about fish never had a problem with his fish ever!!

  • Azhar

Small shop but lots of live stock. Owner very helpful. Parking can be challenging. Plants and shrimps available

  • Jai Forster Saunders

Had a sick black moor, I have no idea about the fish and the younger guy behind the counter was a great help!

  • Charlotte Mac

Owner is super helpful! Wish I had enough tanks for all the bettas available, they were gorgeous

  • Fibreglass Victoria

Fantastic service, knowledgeable and friendly. Can’t ask for much more and is now my goto place.

  • Anita

Very nice guy served us. The place is clean & has good variety of fish. Happy with our fishies!

  • H M (H)

Great service, I have been coming here for many years. Trustworthy, friendly and great advice.

  • R K

Great shop, there is something for everyone. On top of that the owner is great to deal with.

  • Blistering Barnacles

Excellent knowledgeable owner who assisted. Good selection of goldfish that we were after

  • Ben M

Great price Fantastic customer service Everything you need for a brilliant aquarium!

  • K. C

Great, friendly local place. Very good service compared to busy, bigger aquariums.

  • mrsirmullalot

Awesome service, healthy fish and great prices.. would recommend highly

  • Peter Hamilton

Very clean and very knowledgeable. Can’t recommend this place enough.

  • Nicole

Very knowledable and friendly staff member and very well priced

  • Patricia Baddiley

Healthy fish and very knowledgeable helpful and friendly staff

  • Michelle Rajic

Staff was super helpful and knowledgeable. Loved the variety

  • Suresh Bopitiya

Really great shop, with a huge range of Fish and equipment.

  • Gavin Knight

Chances are, they are open and have what you need!

  • jackie clough

All your fishy needs and wants in one spot.

  • Been

Amazing staff small shop but will have

  • Joey Lasagna

Love this place & the owners a legend.

  • Carl . J Stebbing

Great bloke great deals

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