Emmaquatics Aquarium & Lounge

Very lovely store and lounge! Deffinitly one of my new favorite hangout spots. Emma was also able to answer the MANY questions we had about aquariums which was much appreciated. Obviously there's not as many options as a big box store would have, but it's more ethical than most AND there is free snacks.

Wow wow wow. I didn’t even buy anything and Emma treated me like an old friend. I walked in the front door to be surprised by a live band playing soft jazz across from two people and a dog sitting around a table doing crosswords. And all around were beautiful tanks full of happy plants and fish, both salt and fresh water. All shapes and sizes. Emma makes sure to source all of her organisms ethically and ,when possible, locally! I’ve never been in an aquatics shop like this, and will be coming back as much as I can. Emma was so knowledgeable and happy to teach me. I feel like I’ve found a new slice of home! Thanks Emma!

What a cozy, lovely place! Emma’s knowledge of aquatic life was extremely helpful and the tea/lounge extension makes the place feel like a Bellingham staple!

Emma watched our beloved cat Pretzel for 2 weeks while we went on vacation. Emma is awesome and such a kind person. She was always very responsive and we appreciated that she came to meet our cat beforehand to make sure it was a good fit. She took great care of our cat and sent many updates to us during those 2 weeks. We will be using Emma again in the future and would highly recommend her pet sitting services to others.

I first met Emma last spring when I was setting up a betta tank for my son’s third birthday, and throughout that experience my son struck up an unlikely and very sweet friendship with her. We were genuinely delighted to discover that she has since opened her own shop. Emmaquatics has it all: fish, plants, supplies, a comfortable lounging area, snacks, hot tea, and even a bead vending machine, so you can sit and make your own jewelry while enjoying the aquatic environment. It is a calm, welcoming space that makes you want to stay awhile and come back again, and it is run by someone who clearly knows her craft and cares deeply about both fish and people. I am really glad this place exists, and hope it is around for a long time.