Connie’s fishstore in Oakland is no longer related to the Connie’s fishstore in Castro Valley (the original owner sold the Oakland store). Since then, though it seems the new owner has been trying to do some improvements, but the store still lacks in multiple areas. The customer service is lacking, with high school students who don’t seem to know much doing most of the advice.
Decent selection of equipment and supplies, and offers birds and reptiles in addition to a decent freshwater selection, including a new african cichlid area in the back. However, saltwater section is pretty non-existent. Two coral tanks have nothing but browned-out softies and fish tanks with nothing but a couple damsels and a bunch of cyano. Good if you are local and need something quick, but not for reef livestock shopping or advice.
SaltyDog Rating System: 1-5; 1=worst, 5=best
Store Size: medium
Atmosphere: 3
Customer Service: 2
Ratio of Tanks: 1/4 Salt, 3/4 Fresh
Freshwater: 3
Saltwater Fish: 1
Corals: 1
Dry Goods: 3

3744 Foothill Blvd
Oakland, CA 

Telephone: 510-261-8421
Cost: 0 USD per person
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Type: Sights & Activities
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