There is Franks on Gore Blvd at about 13th street in a little strip mall with Helm's Jewelry. He used to be solely Saltwater, but now has FW and turtles. His selection is often low and I don't know if he had a shipment in this week. He's predominantly fish, with a small assortment of softies and LPS. Not much in the way of equipment either. F&C is still there and has been rebuilt after a fire that caused a total loss last year. They also predominantly deal in fish with a small assortment of corals (which IMO are over priced) They have some equipment (over priced IMO) but not high end stuff. Personally, I will never buy a fish or coral from them, but you can decide when you see their setups, even though they get some uncommon fish in there. M&M Pets is on the corner of 67th and Cache. They are an all around pet store as well with a small SW section. They have a larger coral selection than the other two most times and are reasonably priced on livestock IMO, although setups and conditions are questionable for coral. They have limited equipment, but again no high end stuff and overpriced IMO.
Frank is the most knowledgeable owner, the other two I would rate as "newbies" if they were to come on this board and try to offer information. I frequent Frank's and get my water from him (the other two don't sell water). Because of his low inventory, I have a forced patience in the hobby
which has been a good thing. He's very personable and knows all of his regular customers and doesn't mind spending time talking with you.
I know this might not sound very encouraging, but please stop by them all and make your own assessments. I'm in Frank's once a week and I peruse the other two at least once a month just to see any new stuff. Again, I apologize for the jaded comments and they are just my opinions as obviously many people frequent the pet stores here, they are however, the only 3 places that sell SW stuff.
Dave
