Reef Plus is exactly what you want to see in a local reef shop. Steve is extremely knowledgeable, the store has a huge selection of dry goods and livestock, and the prices are more then fair. Quality brands like Planet Aquariums, APEX, and Eotech along with custom options through IRONFISH allow Reef us to be a one stop shop. The store is clean, the fish are healthy, and corals are bright. It is not closest saltwater aquarium store, to my home, but its worth the drive everytime.

This place is great!! Steve is great at helping with any reef related questions as well as price competitive with local or online vendors. Highly recommend.

I have been going to Reef Plus for many years and recently I’ve had some issues with my reef tank and I was doing something wrong and he went out of his way to assist my problems and not once trying to make a quick buck by selling me something I didn’t need or just to mask the issues. Steve ( the owner) takes great pride and has a vast knowledge of everything you need to know about what and what not to do to make sure your hobby is fun and successful. The process of turning my reef system back to where it needs to be will take time and he takes his time and Methodically makes my slow down and go step by step which is very very hard for me because I want it all done yesterday,I trust him and his knowledge and I’m going slow and steady to win this race. For this reason I won’t shop anywhere else, even during this pandemic he has always been there doing curb side pick up on any product and livestock etc.I highly recommend Reef Plus for all your aquatic products and high quality livestock.Alan S

Ive been going here for the last 5 years and they always have what you need. Steve, the owner, is always there to help. Whether you are new to the hobby, or an experienced reef keeper, he can help with anything you need! He has budget equipment or the newest and best tech to supply any level hobbyist with exactly what they are looking for. Not to mention the livestock is great.I had an emergency with a pump failure while the store was closed and Steve was willing to meet at the store to get me what I needed and get my system back up and running! You cant beat that kind of service!

This is the best for saltwater fish keeping the best selection of reef and non reef fish and eels plus sharks.

It has so many unique fish and coral. Everything looks well taken care of and Steve is super helpful to everyone including beginners! Totally recommend this place for your saltwater needs.

Great shop thats been around a long time! Steve and I have been working together and its been great. I run a 400gal sps dominated reef tank with many fish. Steve never dissapoints on finding me the latest equipment even when it cannot be found on the internet! He got me a Neptune Trident! If you are serious about reefing go see these guys!

This store had a fantastic collection of salt water creatures. The owner very patiently answered a billion questions asked by my kids. He was so nice and made it such an enjoyable experience. The eels were super cool and put on quite the show for us. The huge reef tank was gorgeous. This store is a hidden gem in North Aurora, and I highly recommend making a trip to see it.

Great service and the owner is always happy to answer any questions.

BEST SERVICE EVER. Helping customers with endless questions day after day can not be easy. And im sure it was the same questions too. But theses guys are gracious and kind. They are as honest as it gets and wonderful prices. Great selection

This LFS has all you need to maintain an awesome reef tank. The fish and coral selection are great and if Steve (owner) doesn’t have it in stock he can get it in a few days. He is now making custom metal stands that are the coolest I’ve ever seen. Steve carries high end lights and filter supplies at prices close to online. The frozen food selection is huge and all the top brands are available. Great local store!

The owner is very passionate about saltwater aquariums and it really shows. I spent months trying to get 3 other suburban salt water places to help me build a custom tank for my dental/orthodontic office and they were NO help! Steve (owner) was totally opposite. He had an awesome plan and proposal to me very quickly. He also maintains our salt water tank and it is beautiful. We get so many compliments on it. Steve is very friendly and easy to work with. I have been working with them for about 7 months now and have nothing but good things to say. One other thing! We had a welder patient come in and he was praising the excellent welding job. That is not something I could evaluate at all so its really nice to hear from a professional welder that aspects of the build not really related to the tank itself are also impressive. Im going to post a photo of the tank to show what a good design job Steve did as well! It looks like our professional designer did it, but nope it was Steve!!

Beautiful saltwater fish, invertebrates, and corals. Their prices are good and their staff (and owner) were friendly and knowledgeable.They had some beautiful display tanks that mad me feel like I was snorkeling.Ill be going back again soon.

Steve and his staff are great! I have had the pleasure of working with both Steve( the owner) and his assistant Matt basically weekly for the last 2 months. They are very knowledgeable about the saltwater fish world and freely share their knowledge to help you succeed. I am new to the hobby of a saltwater reef tank and I have lots of questions. These questions have always been met with a friendly smile and patience.. even when I might be a little over enthusiastic... I have only gotten great advice and friendly help despite me really not knowing much about what I am attempting... They counseled me to start small versus trying to up sell me a large tank or system that might have been a little much for the beginner. Reef Plus has an amazing array of fish, lots of outstanding corals and invertebrates as well. Great prices with great advice here locally in north Aurora!!! They are a great resource for supplies and knowledge and my tank would be a poor excuse for a reef tank with out them. Thanks so much guys

Steve & Matt are awesome. They really spend the time to help you with all of your questions and have excellent recommendations on helping you with your saltwater tank.

Owner is so rude. If you are just learning and ask any questions you get a complete attitude from him. He has no patience for people just starting out learning about saltwater. He lost someone who would have purchased lots of things. We took our buisness elsewhere and are extremely happy we did.

I have learn so much from Steve his knowledge is profound I have a very complicated 200 gallons reef system with automatic water change and 5 different dosing apex systemSteve was incredible in installing and tuning my system the tanks is beautiful and the corals and especially the SPS are thrivingReef plus as also the most incredible selection of fishes and very special and difficult coral to find I really recommend to visits this amazing place you will find pieces that no other place have when you go at Reef Plus you will not be disappointedThank you Steve for all you have done for meChef RobyHighly recommended 5 stars plus plus

I bought a custom tank from Steve he is awesome and so is this tank, iron stand and cabinet work. A real pro at getting the perfect setup. Thanks Steve!

This place doesnt even deserve a 1 star. Filthy and disgusting. Smells horrible and if you want to get robbed of your money this is the place to go! You will get so sick of it you will just pay to get out.

Steve and Matt are top notch and true reef enthusiast. If your thinking about getting into the hobby of a saltwater reef tank keeping, this is definitely the right place to start. The knowledge the staff has is amazing; they have helped me get started on the right track to an incredible tank.Reef Plus stocks the right professional products in the store and the staff helps you avoid costly mistakes by getting the correct item(s). They are truly concerned about your success in the hobby of reef keeping and not just about making a profit.I only wish Google allowed a 6 star review!!!

Ive been going to Reef Plus for many years now and i couldnt be more satisfied. Steve and Matt are very knowledgeable and will take the time to answer your questions and they will go out of there way to make sure you are successful in the hobby. Whether you are just starting or have been in the hobby for years this is the place to go for top notch selection, prices, and service.

Both Steve and Matt are very professional and passionate about helping others with any and all aquarium needs. They went above and beyond what I would expect any salesmen to do. Great staff, very good company.

Steves shop is a fantastic place. He really cares about his customers and will go above and beyond to not only get them what they want but make sure they understand how to use it and are happy with it. His prices cant be beat and you can tell he really loves the hobby.

I’ve stopped in the shop a few times and they were very active in helping me learn about this hobby. You could tell they were knowledgeable and were enthusastic with the hobby. They had everything to get me going that day!! Even before the holidays! Excellent Customer service.

Best of the best! I have been going to Steve for the past 10 years. A great guy, great customer service, and a very knowledgeable person in the hobby! Steve has great prices, great fish, and a great coral selection. Be sure to stop in and check him out if youre in the area. His helper, Matt is also a very experienced individual as well. They have a real nice team going in North Aurora at Reef Plus.

Reef Plus is the best store around for all of your saltwater needs! This is the place to go! The prices are reasonable and I have found them to be cheaper than other stores and even online. They always have a great selection of fish, corals, and any accessories you might need. If you ever need help with your saltwater aquarium, the staff at Reef Plus is always there to help you and give you knowledgeable advice unlike some of the other stores which is why I keep coming back to Reef Plus. The service is top notch! A great quality store to shop at!

Reef Plus has been great to deal with. Steve and Matt are very knowledgeable and helpful. Steve has helped me every step of the way in setting up my dream reef tank system. Highly recommend

Great variety and very knowledgeable staff. Decided to start a reef tank several years ago so I stopped in and Im glad I did. Steve offered great advice for a newbie in the hobby. Helped me get my tank set up. The fish we bought two years ago from him are still living strong. Would recommend this store to anyone looking for salt/reef tanks. No fresh water fish.

Steve really is an expert in all things about aquarium setups, fish, corals and apex setup. He ordered and set up my aquarium over two years ago and today added an RO system so I no longer need to buy distilled water. He had to run a water line from the back of my office building to the aquarium and spent over four hours getting it set just right. His prices on fish, food, corals and equipment are very fair along with his fees. He has delivered 20 gallons of saltwater for me once a month for two years and has never missed my supply of water. He has creatively created many systems that help make water changing easy. Whenever I have an aquarium question or problem, he is my “go to person.” You can’t go wrong with him if you are willing to listen to his advice and follow it. If you already know it all...then you don’t need to bother him; however if you need help and are willing to follow advice, he will be a great help. Reef Plus is a fish store we are lucky to have in the Fox Valley.

One of the few stores that carries Tropic Marin. The best Salt for reefing ..period. Hes always up to date on latest available technology for your tank! Very fair.

Steve is just amazing he Installed my 200 gallon tank with a very complicated automatic water change and water top and did a super work our tank is amazingIs selection of coral is also the best aroundWhen you go with reef plus and Steve as your contractor you are a real good handsSteve is very knowledgeable and passionate two qualities that will ensure your reefing experience a sure successThank you Steve for all you do

Reef Plus is just a great example of a what a small business is capable of being. The owner Steve is on site the majority of the time, and has a wealth of knowledge he is happy to share with his customers. He is always working to expand his offerings, going so far as to now offer custom tank stands built to spec. His dedication to offering the best quality products and services shows makes it easy to see how he has kept this brick and mortar store thriving for more than a decade in this age of online retailers.

Ive been in few times, each time Ive gone in Ive received excellent service. Theres a great selection of fish and Coral. And you cant find anywhere that can beat the deals he has given me on Frags.

Knowledgeable advice and affordable prices. I go there almost every day.

I have been visiting Reef Plus off and on over the past 10 years and when I was finally able to start my fist saltwater tank this year, I knew Reef Plus was where I wanted to start. Steve, the owner, and Matt are so knowledgeable and have helped me get my tank off to a fantastic start! Their tanks, fish and corals are so impressive--healthy and gorgeous. There are so many different opinions and bits of advice floating around the internet that it gets a bit overwhelming. Since I have been so impressed with Reef Plus, I made the decision to use them as my main go to for questions, livestock and advice. I have not been disappointed! If youre in Chicago or the suburbs, make a point to stop in. Its well worth it!

Ive been a customer to this store for many years. Over the years this store has always been adapting and changing products with the current trends in the hobby. The livestock is always healthy and fair priced. Anytime I need any advice to help fix any problem I have with my aquariums Reef Plus has taken the time to help me through it. Ive also had the store order a custom aquarium for me and get me a great deal!! With service like this and prices that are hard to beat I will be a long time customer. Thanks Reef Plus

Awesome shop. I highly recommend.

Knowledgeable staff, great pricing. They take the time to listen to what your needs are and how to better your tank

Nope. It was a complete waste of time coming here. Ive been in the hobby for more than 2 decades but from the moment I walked in not a single employee acknowledged me for the 10 minutes I was there. When I left, nobody said a word. Not a hi. Not a Can I help you? Not a Thanks for stopping by. There was only one other customer in the store and there were more than three employees working... which was more than obvious since their vehicles were parked in the road out front blocking the entrance. Ill continue getting my fish and supplies elsewhere.

No other place specializes in almost everything you could want, plus stuff you didnt know you needed. Ive seen rare/very rare specimens that Ive never seen in any saltwater fish book dictionary or on discovery channel. P.s. dont go looking for fresh water fish. But be prepared to be amazed at the colors of the marine environment.

Great ! Some of the coolest stuff I have seen.these guys make some really nice tanks stands. Really laid back and friendly atmosphere.

Great local place to buy saltwater aquarium fish and supplies.They seemed very knowledgeable and able to help with questions

I go in maybe 3-4 times a month and every time steve has what I need. The tanks are clean and the fish supply is always changing. Nice display tank at the front of the store. He has live rock, dry rock, chemicals you name it. There is a reason Steve has been in business for a while and it shows in his store.

Really cool salt water fish and other underwater sea creatures. Supllies, feed, tanks and other equipment are available, too.

Matt is very helpful and knowledgeable. Ok..Steve you are too. Started my reef almost 3 years ago and they have been a big asset every step of the way. Thanks Boys!

Coming here to get all your reef needs Steve this is the best

First time visitor... Steve is awesome ... Very knowledgable and personable. Display tank at the front of the store is outstanding. Good variety...will definitely be frequenting Reef Plus!

Thank you big time Steve for helping me replace the leaking seal on my reef flo return pump at the last minute tonight right at 8pm when you were counting down the drawer. Dropped everything to help me!

Fish store really nice for all your reef supply. Very knowledgeable

Store is great, always helpful and has really nice stock of fish and corals. Also very helpful in recommending and setting up with equipment, whether it’s new or used.

New to the hobby, and they’ve been great help!!!!

Many of the fish looked sick. The majority of the labels didn’t even correspond to what was in the tanks. The staff were not helpful and they couldn’t even acknowledge our presence.

I have been using reef plus for years. You wont find a more honest and knowledgeable salt water fish store in the chicagoland area. They always go above and beyond my expectations. They have a great selection of fish and coral at the best price. They also offer custom stands and tank maintance. Your in good hands with steve and his staff.

Owners a jagoff i was there for 10 minutes yesterday browsing and i asked the employee a few questions then the owner comes up amd says we got lots of water changes to do today thanks for stopin in and basicly asked me to leave but thanks to that id rather just order my fish online then deal with disrespect from a strip mall fishstore owner lol

Steve the owner and his employees really know their stuff great place for beginners all the way to the most advanced

They laughed at me because I asked about freshwater fish. They only sell saltwater fish and supplies. Not really sure why they turn away business.

Steve always has the best looking fish and the best prices on supplies. I stopped ordering on the internet and get my supplies from Reef Plus!!

Knowledgeable staff and very helpful. Descent selection of fish and coral.

It is so nice there, well kept and the owner is very nice and helpful

One of the few places that keep there salinity at a natural levels. So the snails survive.

Great livestock availability and quality, knowledgeable staff, and reasonable prices make this store my go to stop for my reef aquarium.

Steve from reefplus is the real deal. He knows this hobby like noone I have ever met. He is passionate about it and even more passionate about helping his customers. Day or night, he makes himself available to help with whatever questions or problems you may have. He is more than generous is helping through possible issues with purchases and livestock. I highly recommend ReefPlus to everyone from beginner to expert. Top notch customer service, top notch store, and top notch guy. Thanks Steve for being so awesome at what you do and most of all for helping me to love this hobby! A+

Great selection, friendly staff.

Steve is a great guy, really listens to you and makes good recomendations. However, BEWARE of after the sale. It is ALL SALES FINAL regardless of situation.

Very nice place, Steve was very knowledgeable and helpful with my radion lights, thanks so much for taking the time to educate me about my corals and lighting.

Never been disrespected by the Owner Steve @ Reef Plus like I was earlier today, All I can say is WOW I never thought he would say such things to a loyal customer for over 10 years he usually is a great guy and takes care of his customers. All I asked if you would take back an urchin I purchased and give me store credith cuz its causing havoc in my tank and taking stuff off my frag racks but I never thought he would say what he did in a response after that messaging all went down very very disappointed and i have never been disrespected like that especially after spending thousands of dollars in the store over the course of years.. I just want you to know Steve that was very very disrespectful especially being a loyal long-time customer you stocked everything in my tank and youre going to give me a hard time for store credit and then say what you said.. WOW is all I have to say. Then you take down the customer reviews and turn your employees against me, your own employee agreed and like what I said in your Facebook comment section.. All I asked for was an apogoly.. Cant even be a man and apologize . Real nice way to treat a customer of over 10+ years

Awesome corals and great customer service!

Staff answered all my rooky questions. They have exelent livestock. Great prices. If your going to start this hobby. Come to Reef Plus first before you get started. I found a deal on a cheep tank and saltwater setup on cregs list to try to cut cost. Then i found Reef Plus to get livestock. I found out for the same cost i could have gotten a profesinal setup thats easier to take care of. You will save money if you start at Reef Plus

Very helpful. Steve is great.

Steve is a great guy to work with, fish looks healthy, invert selection, space seems small.

Steve is a very knowledgeable guy. Honest and fair prices.

Because operating by the owner he provide good service

This place has a very helpful staff. I have been coming here for years and I never feel like I have a dumb question.

Very very helpful

Great pricing and great staff

Honest and knowledgeable owner

Great stuff

Nice,,,

#1 for saltwater info, tanks, supplies, fish and coals!!!!!!!!!

Great

They looked after me very well and it is a good space for my convenience