Aquarium Specialties & Research Center

235 Lancaster Ave, Malvern, PA 19355, USA

Address:	235 Lancaster Ave, Malvern, PA 19355, USA
Phone:	+1 610-644-4492
Site:	aquariumspecialtiesresearch.com
Rating:	5
Working:	Closed 11AM–7PM 11AM–7PM 11AM–7PM 11AM–7PM 10AM–6PM 12–5PM

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Reviews 22

Nick

Im new to the hobby, Mike was super patient and answered all of my questions, never spoke down to me and has never tried to push any of his corals or products onto me. The selection and prices are great, and the coral you get for your money is much more substantial than a lot of other places Ive been too. I cant say enough about Mike and his shop, I wont go anywhere else for coral.

Joe Hitner

To some this place up in one word the only thing I can think to say is amazing! Mike is a long time friend and hes done his time in the reeftank hooby knows it all seen it all its a must go check him out. So to all thows who are interested in trying to get started hes the man to talk to. So a big shout out to Mike for making this hobby fun and rewarding thanks man

Chris Peters

I have been going to Mike for a few months now and I can tell you that his store is awesome. Always has a great selection and is really helpful. Mike has helped me with the stuff Ive bought from him and the issues Ive had in general. He is very knowledgeable and honest. His prices are very fair sometimes better than what you will see online.

Anthony Volk

Mike is dedicated to his craft and it shows as soon as you walk in the store. His tanks are always full of healthy corals and inverts. I enjoy being surprised by the new inventory of corals every time I visit. The live stock is priced to move. Whether you are a beginner or experienced in the hobby this is the best place around.

Karsten Zhu

If youre looking for someone thats very helpful and know fish or coral, this is the place. Great service, good price. Owner/proprietor Mike kept the site open to help me get medicine for my ailing fish. Dont bother with the big chains. Go here if you care about setting up a good, healthy aquarium and keeping your fish happy.

Matthew Corby

If youre looking for the best quality for live coral and saltwater fish, this is the place to go! Mike is the most educated and knowledgeable person when it comes to saltwater livestock and his prices are beyond reasonable. Any and every saltwater enthusiast has to go and see him. Great store and great prices on everything.

Jared Vanore

Mike is the best and most knowledgeable Salt water expert I have come across in my 10+ years of reef keeping. Worth the trip to this fantastic slice of coral paradise. Perfect location to source all local enthusiasts tank bread corals fish and inverts. Mike will also order specimens in per your request.

stephen fauth

Simply the best in the business! We are spoiled to have access to a resource with deep knowledge and experience like Mike at ASR. His store has amazing coral selection at reasonable prices. Everything is always healthy, bright and well cared for.

Bryan Chain

Best saltwater aquarium store anywhere. The coral selection rivals that of the best online stores, prices are amazing. The owner, Mike, is a super friendly and helpful guy. This is my only place I will buy coral from locally.

Beriven Bear

If your looking for the super rare hard to find exotic corals, this is the place to go. Friendly staff and good prices on all saltwater livestock. Cons: its far away from my house. Pros: its far away from my house ;)

bill clark

Best sw fish and coral store around. High quality collector coral and also common pieces always in stock. We travel an hour and a half to go here. Owner is friendly and extremely knowledgeable. Good prices.

Shane Hallett

No better reef store on East coast. Mike only sells the best and only when the coral is ready to go home. Incredibly knowledgeable, nice guy, and insanely low prices. A store of passion for the hobby.

Laura DuBois

Great little place with reasonably priced corals. Owner is very knowledgeable and takes the time to answer all your questions. Our tank is up & running for 4 weeks now & weve already been there 2X.

Chilidoggs Reef Attempt

The owner Mike was knowledgeable and a all around cool guy. His tanks are PACKED with some nice corals. I drove over a hour to get there and it was worth it! Will DEFINITELY make the drive again

Megan Rost

Mike is great! He is more concerned about what will be good in my tank rather than try to sell me a whole bunch of stuff I dont need or my system cant support yet. One of my favorite places!

Charles Johnson

Wow! This place is crazy. 100s of awesome frags at great prices. Mike is super helpful and knowledgeable. Just be careful, youll want one of everything!

Ahsan M.

Best coral selection I have ever seen. You will never go anywhere else. The owner mike is also very helpful and prices very reasonable. A+

Lee Bauer

Amazing knowledge and customer service. Top notch corals, you will be amazed

Paul Lahm

Good prices, healthy and happy fish.

Ahmed Hussein

Mike @ ASR is the best.

Brandon Evans

Amazing place for coral!

rijon simon

Very helpful.. thank you