My first time visiting Barranca Optometry was 25 years ago. I saw Dr. Raymon Huang for many years until we moved to Northern California. During that time, he prescribed several pairs of glasses for me that were far better than any I received from other optometrists--one even reversed my left and right eye prescriptions! After we moved back to Irvine, I returned to Dr. Huang. He spent almost two hours carefully examining my eyes and diagnosed me with dry eye caused by Meibomian gland dysfunction. He was the first optometrist to ever explain this to me. He and Pam then instructed me on how to use a dry eye heat pad to warm my eyelids and massage them with my fingertips to loosen the oil at home. I bought the heat pad from his office, and I warm my eyelids twice a day; it feels so comfortable. I highly recommend Dr. Huang to other patients! Thanks, Dr. Huang and Pam! Peng Wang read more

My family has seen Dr. Huang for years until we moved out of OC. He's a simultaneously professional and personable OD. Pam, a staff member, is always awesome. She has constantly been very knowledgeable and helpful. I personally have very sensitive eyes/reflexes so the eye puff has always been a struggle for me, and everyone has been respectful. Appreciative of everyone! read more

Dr. Muraoka was amazing! She had amazing bedside manners and truly gave us exceptional care to accommodate the needs of my husband and I. The secretary/ medical assistant was the only one there, but she did a wonderful job too. No one made us feel rushed at all. Everything was clean and spotless, and we will continue to come here read more

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It had been years since my last eye appt & with a new job, meant new insurance. My glasses were really scratched up & the prescription was glaringly outdated, so I needed to find a new eye doctor asap. The online appt system was fairly straightforward & easy to use (advice: be sure to properly input your insurance info when scheduling your appt -- trust me, it streamlined the entire process & you'll thank yourself later). The next day, I received a call confirming my future appt & confirming that my insurance was indeed accepted at their office. That's about as easy as it gets. At the appt, I was promptly greeted at the front desk; the office is clean, neat & well-organized. Pam was incredibly kind, welcoming & super professional. I appreciate how direct & transparent Pam was whilst placing the order for my lenses & frames. She presented all options available & made sure I was getting exactly what I requested. During my appt, Dr. Huang was very patient, knowledgeable, and incredibly thorough. The entirety of my visit was full of professionalism and guidance, and it felt like I was in good hands. Also! Very important for me: not once was I pushed for any sort of upsale for frames, lenses, etc. (unlike what I've experienced at other offices bbefore). It was clear, yet subtle that Dr. Huang was trying to help me select a pair that was, not only similar to my original frames, but within a comfortable price range for me. And I will forever be grateful for that. And a final thing to note: I requested for a copy of my Rx and not only did Dr. Huang give me a handwritten hard copy, but Pam also emailed it to me along with the invoice list that very same evening! Will definitely be returning for future appts read more

We did a lot of research on Ortho K before getting a consultation. We were overwhelmed by the different brands and were hoping to get some answers from doctor's knowledge and experience. This optometry was the first of four we talked to. Doctor's knowledge and experience are limited. He couldn't offer any new info other than what we had already learned from the internet. He started out fine but got impatient and defensive because he couldn't answer some of our questions. The brand he uses doesn't have any details even on its own website. His package price is on the high end compared to other places. "Nice", "friendly", "funny" are not traits of a good doctor. From our experience, this doctor lacks patience and doesn't possess the knowledge and experience when it comes to Ortho K. read more

Finally an optometrist that takes the time to explain everything! Really down to earth and tells you exactly what you need to hear. If it's too cheap, too expensive or too anything, Dr. Huang will give you all the info you need! Very satisfied with my first visit! read more

Dr. Huang and his staff are such a pleasure to be around! I noticed that I was running low on contacts and they got me in for an appointment so promptly. From start to end, my experience at Barranca Optometry was super positive and fun (although that may be a strange word to use for any kind of medical visit haha). Dr. Huang is such a character and very dynamic, and I really enjoyed speaking with him and learning from him. He was really thorough in my examinations, and gave me a few new contacts to try out. We even went out in the sun for a bit so he could show me how transition lenses work! Pam, one of the receptionists, was so thorough in explaining everything to me and so kind. I really felt like I was being taken care of the entire time, as she was explaining the ordering/rebate process as well as details regarding my insurance. I've switched optometrists a few times in the past, but I'm really looking forward to coming back to visit Dr. Huang and his team. read more

This is the best optometry team you will ever meet. They are caring and very friendly. Our family has been taken care of by Dr. Huang for over 20 years. Thank you! read more

My husband, son and I were all a patient at Barranca in the past. We could never get an appt for one reason or another to return. I called back a year or so later again, couldn't get an appt. Today, years later I called explained things and that we were past patients, but haven't returned do to the inability to ever get an appt. Their website appointment site is never up to date as it showed an available time Monday and then she notified me no that that isn't correct. The office staff declines to help work us in. So this will be the last time I try to support a local business in the Woodbridge area. Very frustrating. read more

The service I received was outstanding to say the least. I was in and out of the office fairly quickly, with all questions and concerns answered. Everyone was so pleasant to be around, I highly recommend! read more

I just left this place a few hours ago and I had to turn on my computer to write this review as soon as I got home because I am in shock still. I went to this Dr. office last week, the 2 front desk ladies suggested me to get the glasses that was progressive reading glasses and I ended up paying more for it than general reading glasses which I did not mind. I understand it's reasonable to pay more to get better stuff. I picked up the glasses yesterday and found out that they did not work at all. I could see better without the glasses. When I put the glasses on, everything I read from my computer became very blurry. I asked Dr. Huang to get me a pair of general reading glasses and pay me back the price difference between the general one and the progressive one. He said no refund. He told me it was not him who talked to me about this purchase and he did not make the mistake. It was the lady who did not know Asian's face shapes...(I actually enjoyed talking to the lady and she was helpful and sweet when she was helping me to get the glass frame.) I said to him: I am a business owner myself, if my employees make any mistake, I would be responsible for that. He said: I did not make any money from you. I said: I paid out of my pocket $264 dollars, where did it go? He said: That all went to the insurance company, not me. Then I said: So you work here but you don't make anything? Then he said he would call the insurance company to ask them to call me and it was the people who made the glasses's fault..... It was really hard for me to listen to what he had to say instead of simply refund the difference and fix the problem...... read more

Mainly chose this location due to distance and because it is part of the VSP network, but I am honestly happy that I selected this office in order to get my contacts exam. Staff is super friendly and helpful with explaining the breakdown of my benefits as well as the options. Dr. Huang is professional and laid back, and at no time whatsoever pressured me to choose a certain brand over another. In fact, even though I knew I wanted daily contacts because I personally did not enjoy having to clean my contacts every day, he recommended me to opt for monthly contacts which technically would've been "cheaper" and a better choice for my use. However, I preferred to go with daily contacts because I like being able to toss the pair at night and opening a fresh pair is easier for travel and occasional use (I generally choose to wear glasses on the daily). It was also really nice that the Dr. gave me several brands to try out to see which set best fits me. Will definitely return for my annual exam as this location is convenient, easy-going, and definitely helpful! read more

Best experience I've ever had at an optometry office! From the moment I stepped through the door, everyone was genuine, friendly, engaging, informative and so personable! Dr. Huang was great! So friendly and had great analogies to better explain technical terms regarding my eye health - made concepts so easy to understand! Ellen and Pam at the front also made my experience so fun! I was blown away by my visit. Everyone was so wonderful and I'm so thankful I found my go-to office for all my eye care needs after 15 years of searching! read more

5/5 highly recommend to any one looking for an optometrist. The doctor really cares about you and even gives you recommendations on how to best utilize your insurance. The doctor gives great feedback and speaks with you on what he learns about your eyes and is very thorough, willing to double check and make sure he gets the proper readings on your eyes. You can also tell that the doctor knows what he is doing and talking about and provides and shares with you his analysis. The office is clean and the staff is very friendly. I'll add more later, but just wanted to give them a 5 star review because they were great! read more

My family and I have been going to Barranca Optometry for over 3 years now and have always been very happy with both doctors, Dr. Huang & Dr. Muraoka, and staff. The staff are very helpful and friendly. The option of scheduling online is super convenient and very easy! I would definitely recommend coming here. read more

We chose Barranca Optometry because it's in-network for us, nearby, and had great yelp reviews. It is in an unassuming strip mall by Barranca and Lake. Dr. Huang and his staff are really friendly, nice, helpful people. We had a good experience with customer service. Dr. Huang also conducted the eye exam with precision and thoroughness. He actually did mine twice because he said I was getting unstable results due to my dry eyes. He also gave both my husband and I tips on how to relieve our dry eyes, but did not upsell us anything. It's not the most modern or fancy office, but I'm happy with my experience here, and feel like I can trust them (which I can't say about all doctors these days, unfortunately)! read more

Had appointment with Dr. Muraoka and she seemed extremely good. It was my first eye exam so hard to tell but I asked a lot of questions and she answered them all and helped me understand a lot. When I first came in, she was working in the front and I thought she was any other worker and because of that, you kind of get more comfortable around her. My girlfriend who has these exams every year also highly praised her. So all in all a great eye doctor. On top of that, the staff in general was very friendly too. I ordered glasses with the anti-glare coating and then changed my mind. The staff went above and beyond to get the anti-glare coating removed. So I was very happy with that. Initially I was going to ding this place one star for frame selection because I thought they were missing some important brands (mostly Oakley) but after going to other places, I found this place to have a lot more reasonable prices on their frames (hovering mostly around $180-240 I think). With my VSP insurance I paid nothing for the frame. At other places I looked at, the prices were $250-400 and would need to pay much more out of pocket. The coatings are potentially also better priced but I'm not sure I'd be comparing one to one. But yeah overall happy with this place. read more

Love this office. Dr Huang is very funny and his staff is super kind and helpful. They explain everything thoroughly, especially the insurance information. Never a super long wait. read more

2 stars instead of 1 because they provided a refund. Unfriendly/unwelcoming staff. The doctor himself made instilled me with so much confusion/fear that I had to go see another optometrist to get a 2nd opinion. I've never had problems with my eyes and have been wearing contacts for almost a decade now. The recommendation he made to get specialize contacts (more expensive ) and possible surgery was absurd. On top of that, he made some inappropriate comments that were completely unnecessary. Left feeling uncomfortable, concerned, and a bit frightened. Not how you should leave an annual check up. Got a second opinion and turns out everything is fine and I'm healthy and surgery was definitely out of the question. Won't be coming back. But kudos to them for doing what's right and refunding my copay and apologizing for the unpleasant experience. read more

My husband and I have been coming here for our eye exam for over ten years. Ppl may be wondering why I never did a Yelp review until now. I don't usually do Yelp reviews that are not food related since I'm such a foodie. However, I like this office and I noticed they had a Yelp review going on, hence my review. Dr. Huang is very thorough and experienced. He diagnosed my mom's eye condition and referred her to an ophthalmologist right away for further treatment. He also noticed some abnormalities in one of my eye during an exam and referred me to an ophthalmologist for further follow up. Dr. Muroaka is the other optometrist. She is also very knowledgeable and thorough with the exam and took the time to explain all my questions. I appreciate their honesty and patience with my questions and concerns. The front office staff are all very friendly and helpful. They accommodate my schedule and got me an appointment right away. They're good at follow- up. They will take the time to go over the insurance benefits and payments. If you need eye glasses, Pam is really good at picking out just the right frame that suits your taste and look. She is knowledgeable with all the different types of frames and lenses. This office also has great selections of sunglasses and frames to choose from. If you're looking for great service and thorough eye exam, give this place a try. read more

My first visit to this office. Saw Dr Muraoka. Very pleased with front office administration. Organized and on time. Extremely pleased with the Dr taking the time to evaluate my vision difficulties, which needed referral to specialist. Great to have a Dr that really listens and doesn't over proscribe the lenses power. I will return. read more

Friendly staff but that's about their only saving grace. The first thing I noticed was that neither the staff nor the doctor wiped down any of the machines before or after I used them. No quick wipe, not even a changing of the disposable tissue-like thing that some machines have, absolutely nothing. I figured I would push through because maybe their services or the end result would be worth it. I was there for an eye exam in order to get a prescription for glasses. Not only did they not give me my prescription until the next day when I called (even though I asked them the day of and they said I needed to wait) but they had also given me a totally wrong prescription. I'm so frustrated because of how much of my time was wasted and no doubt will be as I try to figure out how to fix this. Save yourself the time, find a place that does things right and also CLEANS their machines. read more

Been coming here for a long time, perhaps nearing ten years now. Dr. Huang and staff are friendly, helpful, and professional, yet also have a good sense of humor. Every time I have arrived for an appointment, I am promptly taken care of. Personally, I also appreciate that I am informed of any specials they have with glasses/frames or contact lenses, and any optional extras that they offer (such as retinal OCT imaging which is a quick, neat way to have a peek at your overall retina health) without pressure to take them. As a patient, I like knowing my options and making an informed decision based on both my doctor's advice and my own needs. I highly, highly value my eyesight so I particularly appreciate the thoroughness and attentive care that Dr. Huang provides his patients. He is absolutely someone I can (and have) depended on for my eyecare needs, even answering an after hours call during a medical scare I experienced outside of regular business hours. Willingness to go above and beyond like this is what I find separates Dr Huang, Pam, and staff from the rest of your typical retail and big box optometrists. read more

I have been coming to Barranca Optometry for 5-6 years now and every time I go Dr. Huang and Dr. Muraoka they always do a thorough check and keep me updated on any and all issues concerning my eye health. They are both very friendly and detailed and really strive to provide you the best vision and most comfortable fit. The office is very clean and other staff is very professional and prompt. You never feel like you're being rushed. read more

I have been coming here for a little over a year and will be coming here for years to come. The staff is incredibly friendly and personable. They did not try to sell me extra eye care items I did not need. They actually helped me understand my options and informed me of current promotions. The thing I appreciate the most is they were considerate of my time. Appointments are seen on or ahead of time (sometimes) if you arrive early. read more

The Team at Barranca Optometry is always friendly and helpful. It's super easy to make appointments, pricing and communication is clear. Best customer service! It feels like going to visit family when you visit the office. We look forward to it every year. read more

After my millionth visit, ok, so it's more like my 10th visit, but hey, whose counting, I love Barranca Optometry! The whole staff, especially MY personal favorites, Pam, and Dr. Muraoka are amazing! It's a fun and very friendly environment. I could write a thousand reasons why I love coming here, but the bottom line is, everyone in this office makes me feel like I'm their number one customer and that's a special trait in business you just don't see often enough. Thank you Barranca Optometry for taking good care of me. My mom would be proud! Now, what are YOU waiting for? Make your appointment and live the optometry dream as I did and do. Flash Gordon! read more

Dr. Huang came recommended to me by several In-Laws who've lived in the area longer than me, so when it came to swallow any youthful pride that might have been preventing me from admitting that my vision, especially with screens, was starting to bother me, I decided to give Barranca Optometry a try. My first ever eye exam was done by Dr. Muraoka a few years ago, and I admit that I felt a bit unsure and rushed, but in retrospect, it wasn't her, but my nerves and lack of understanding of what to expect that clouded my experience. This is not an issue as she just did my last eye exam and it went great! Over the last few years of exams and prescriptions with both Dr. Huang and Dr. Muraoka, I can honestly say that they are both extremely professional and helpful, and along with their staff, help me pick out stylish glasses that fit me very well every time. This positive review also includes their expertise in handling and maximizing the double benefit I have under both mine and my wife's employer. Plus their new location is an improvement and overall better experience. I trust Barranca Optometry with my vision, nuff said! read more

Came here a while ago but forgot to write a review until now. I came in with the intention of getting a routine eye exam and new glasses. The Dr. continuously pressured me to also do a contact lens exam. I did not want to do it as I am a college student and can not afford the extra fees, but the Dr. tried to pressure me into paying for it several times, despite me stating multiple times that I do not want to do it. In addition, he put his hand on my leg while talking to me (see Jacqueline's review below where it also happened to her) which was very uncomfortable and unprofessional. I will not be seeing this doctor again for my exam this year. read more

I've been going to Barranca Optometry for over a decade now. They have definitely upgraded to a nicer and bigger location! Dr. Huang and his staff have always been very professional and knowledgable. He always takes the time to answer all my questions in detail. I never feel rushed. I was just there today and Pam assisted me in choosing a pair of glasses. She took the time to show me all the types that I was interested in and even mentioned the latest trends. She is very helpful and informative. They all are! I have to honestly say I've never had a bad experience there. Very happy patient and customer! I would definitely recommend them! read more

Buyer beware !!! Everything I once believed about this business has changed dramatically. In my opinion, based on my experiences with this provider, Pam (Manager and Doctor's Wife) is a stone lying thief. She lied to me about my UnitedHealth Care Insurance coverage and overcharged me $60.00. I filed a complaint with my Insurance Company, and they talked to Pam. She claims she only forgot to mention the cost of the Contact Lens fitting exam. (Which never took place). Too greedy and stupid to repay me $60.00 to make it all go away. So remember Pam, you essentially asked for this review. read more

I LOVE BARRANCA OPTOMETRY!!! Dr Huang is SO nice, friendly and kind. I could not be happier with the quality of service and care. I was also impressed with the turnaround for my new sets of glasses. I will recommend them to everyone I go to. They were so helpful with me finding the right pair of glasses in my price range that I loved, explaining my insurance coverage, and assisting me with coming up with a solution that best suited my needs that best fit my budget. Very happy customer :) read more

Reply to Doctor's explanation(since there was no option to reply to his comment): This is very unprofessional of this doctor to not accept his fault. He should have some decency to apologize. Yes, I was accompanying my husband but he made stupid remarks to both of us. Making fun of someone's cultural and religion has nothing to do with an eye exam. Telling the person that if he's reading letters from right to left during exam rather than L to R because may be that's the trend in his country has nothing to do with eye exam. Telling my husband that he needs to relieve stress from his eyes and relax by looking at pretty women at work has nothing to do with eye exam. Telling me that my husband would need me to do his laundry and trying to connect it with how important glasses are has nothing to do with an eye exam. I have many more remarks that this doctor made to us to mention here but I hope this is enough for people to decide that this doctor is miserable and complete disgrace. Dr. Raymond: All these things have nothing to do with an eye exam. Have some decency and APOLOGIZE read more

Very knowledgeable. I got very professional help from all of the staff and Dr. Huang himself to resolve my previous eye doctor's mistake and input errors the insurance company made when trying to correct the mistake. I am very glad to know this office. read more

Dr. Huang is a really nice guy and very professional at what he does. He knows how to keep a conversation going so it's not some checkup that's just very awkward.(Although the conversation was heading down to politics which we had different views on...) The only problem I had really was that the clarity of instruction on the eye exams he gave wasn't that clear (it was my 1st time going to an optometry checkup). Overall 4.5 stars, highly recommend! read more

This recent visit has just been so much a pleasure as it has always been. Thanks to Dr. Matsuoka, Pam, and the guy who always helped out. I'm so glad that I found such a warm and welcoming place for our vision concerns. read more

I was so impressed with this office. Everything was so easy. I arrived early and they even saw me early. I loved the staff and Dr Crystal. She explained everything and was so friendly and helpful. This is the best office I have ever been to and they are now my permanent optometrist. Thank you. read more

Dr. Huang is helpful and nice. His practice is thorough and professional. At the end, he carefully walks me through my different focal lens choices and their potential impact to my vision and even my life. The staff spend time at helping me understand my insurance benefit and my frame/lens selection. Unlike some other optometries, they do not persuade you to buy the most expensive set but the most suitable. I am very happy with their service. Overall, excellent. read more

I took my mom to this optometry since she's suffering from low vision. Dr. Huang did a comprehensive examination on her with patience. He's a very friendly, knowledgeable and courteous doctor. Pamela, the office manager is also very knowledgeable and friendly. I'm so happy I found them for my family's future visits. read more

Very welcoming staff. The doctor was patient and considerate since it was my 6 yr old's first visit. Would definitely recommend.