Lfs

[IanInDC]

Hey all, I'm in Chicago for business and I was wondering which LFS is the one I should check out while I'm here... beside the Shedd LFS, of course...:rollface:

 

[mwp]

My personal favorite is Old Orchard Aquarium (in Skokie). If you're into SPS, Sea Schor (out in Buffalo Grove) just moved - we arrived for the first time late Sunday right after he closed but even just the display tank in the window was worth the visit. My favorite for good deals is Fish Planet in Deerfield however it's a smaller shop - selection is kinda limited.

FWIW,

MP

 

[ostrow]

Reef Dweller on the far noth side of the city. That's about it in the city really. Otherwise you have to travel, either northwest to Oceans Floor, West to Deep Reef Aquatics, or extreme west to Rod's Reef.

Me, I'd pretty much avoid all others for what you are wanting to do.

Addresses and phone numbers here:
http://reefcentral.com/forums/showthread.php?s=&threadid=456091

 

[mwp]

Actually I was going to make my first trip to Reef Dweller today....FINALLY found it yesterday after repeated attempts (there is NO big street sign...only some gold lettering on the front window) only to find them closed! I've been LOOOKING for the shop for like 3 months now

MP

 

[mwp]

BTW, there are a LOT of shops in the city (Aquatic World, Old Town etc..) but they are PRICEY (if you're looking to purchase anything to take home) and from my tastes, nothing terribly special for an out of town visitor. Living Sea (in Park Ridge)...lots of fish, coral selection has always kinda let me down, but the fish selection is really good (although again, pricey).

FWIW,

MP

 

[imbuggin]

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check out old town on well. Yes, it is expenesive like everyone will tell you. BUT it is worth the visit they often stock very rare fish you will not see at any other store. For example a pair of snowflake clowns in the front tank ect..

 

[civicss1]

make it out of the city to the northern burbs...they are cheaper than the city ..by far.....go to oceans floor or sharkys reef or rods reef...they are the best

 

[ostrow]

Be advised you need to call to make an appt to go to Sharky's.

 

[Pufferpunk]

I really like Ocean Design, on Irving Pk Rd. His prices are reasonable, he has lots of cool stuff & QT's his fish for 2 weeks.

 

[civicss1]

yea you do ... 18774sharky

 

[imbuggin]

address

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<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=7509159#post7509159 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by Pufferpunk
I really like Ocean Design, on Irving Pk Rd. His prices are reasonable, he has lots of cool stuff & QT's his fish for 2 weeks.

what is the address?

 

[Pufferpunk]

6500 W Irving Park Rd
Chicago, IL 60634-2454
(773) 736-9838

Gives CMAS discounts! Tell em Pufferfpunk sent ya.

 

[Douglas LEHMAN]

Hello
The last ime I was there, I told Tony "Jeni sent me" and all I got was the look (fisheye)...

 

[Pufferpunk]

Hmmm... Maybe they only act like they like me there...

 

[criccio]

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<a href=showthread.php?s=&postid=7508943#post7508943 target=_blank>Originally posted</a> by imbuggin
check out old town on well. Yes, it is expenesive like everyone will tell you. BUT it is worth the visit they often stock very rare fish you will not see at any other store. For example a pair of snowflake clowns in the front tank ect..

http://oldtownaquarium.com:thumbsup:

 

[mwp]

I finally made it over to Reef Dweller and got to hang out with Menard - lots of kewl little frags which was PERFECT for what I was looking for! This is an addicts kind of place..not for the casual hobbyist but the full fledged NUT! A+ all the way!

Matt