The place is a little small and can feel a little cramped but that shouldn't deter you. Dr. Penn is kind, polite and a very good listener. He's highly professional and will make sure you get exactly what you need and ask for. I read by another reviewer that the selection of frames is very limited. But for being a small place, and only having one set of eyeballs, why would you need a wider selection and making more of a cost unnecessarily? They have more than enough and help you keep the cost down. Erin is excellent in the front office and helps you keep everything affordable if need be. The expertise, professionalism and etiquette of Dr. Penn will continue to bring me back to his establishment. read more

Dr. Penn and his staff are extremely patient and helpful. Everything was explained to me very well during my eye exam. Shoutout to Eren for assisting me with my glasses selection and taking care of me during my visit! Thank you everyone! read more

The Doctor is very knowledgeable and office staff is very patient and helpful with all our needs. Would recommend them to everyone.

Be careful, their service is absolutely terrible, and also their prices. After my eye exam, I got a new pair of glasses that made it impossible to see anything up close. When I called back, the receptionist actually had the nerve to tell me that my $400 glasses were 'only for driving, not for reading.' I had to challenge her before she finally transferred me to Penny, the doctor's wife. Later, I went in to have the lenses replaced. I waited for three weeks without any update. When I called to check, the same receptionist told me she had no idea how much longer it would take and couldn't provide any tracking info. She just kept giving me the runaround to get me off the phone; So far I still haven't received my lenses replacement. This is exactly the kind of service you can expect here--extremely poor attitude. That said, Dr. Penn expertise is undeniable, and he is very polite, but the front desk staff is a nightmare and without any service. read more

Visited Colima Optometry for the first time and found Dr Penn and Staff to be professional and helpful. His assistant Eren was extremely helpful and speaks Spanish too. Dr Penn took his time to carefully explain everything step by step. They made me feel at ease and went out of their way. I highly appreciate the service and strongly recommend them. read more

The place is very small and cramped. The glasses selection is also limited and the atmosphere is stiff and awkward. I have no idea why this place has such great reviews but the eye doctor was very dismissive and rushed. The eye exam took like 5 minutes and now that I have my glasses, my eyesight is blurry and makes me dizzy. The front desk woman is also quite rude and they don't take your concerns seriously. If you ask questions, she gets annoyed and won't answer anything directly. Get your exam and glasses ANYWHERE else please. Don't listen to other reviews because they were probably promoted as I also got a similar message from them asking for 5 stars. read more

Dr. Penn and Eren are super knowledgeable about speciality contact lenses using the most recent technologies to get the best vision possible. I have gone to multiple optometrist and Dr. Penn has gotten me to the best vision possible. read more

Been coming to this place for years and I am so happy the way they treat my family. They are professionals and best customer service. Support local businesses. Thank you so much team. Excellent job well done. read more

I live up the street on Los Padres Drive and was looking for an Optometrist that accepts Eyemed. My first visit to Dr. Penn was June 2023 and my 2nd visit was in July 2024. Both times the front staff was nice and easy to speak with. Dr. Penn is knowledgeable and friendly, he didn't pressure me to try other contact lenses and instead offered me the usual Air Optix I wear. In the past I've gotten my prescription glasses here with my insurance and gotten contact lenses online paying out of pocket. I would recommend this business to other folks who need to get their eyes checked once a year. I will say that the plaza parking is really small, i would recommend parking across the street at HK plaza and walking over, small parking lot equals door dings. read more

Went to get an eye exam. Quiet small place. Very quick process. Reception helped pick out frames. Was contacted one week later to pick up frames. It will only include the case, cloth and frames. So just make sure you have some glasses cleaner or pick some up. read more

What a hidden gem. I had a stellar experience at this location. Got there about fifteen minutes early and was finished with my contact lens exam in about 30 minutes. The doctor was able to recommend a new pair of toric contact lenses that felt very comfortable to wear. As someone who has worn the same brand of contact lenses for over 10 years, I was surprised at the knowledge he had about everything related to vision. Overall, I would highly recommend this place for people who need a contact lens exam. In fact, I might even get a new pair of glasses here after the wonderful experience I had. Thanks Doctor!! read more

Dr. Penn saved my career as a firefighter. As a firefighter and engineer, I work 24-hour shifts. My duties involve me driving a 48,000lbs fire engine to and from emergencies day and night. However, I have a condition called keratoconus, which led to legal blindness. I worried I'd never drive again, as glasses, regular contacts, and LASIK weren't options. After many unsuccessful consultations, my hope dwindled. Then, I met Dr. Penn, a keratoconus specialist. His treatment with scleral contact lenses restored my vision to normal. It hasn't been this good since middle school! I couldn't have asked for a more dedicated team. Dr. Penn and his staff are passionate and truly the best in their field. Grateful, Firefighter Rodriguez read more

Dr Penn is amazing. This is our second visit with him due to my daughter's increased headache episodes. We managed to snag the last appointment of the day and Dr Penn was so kind and patient with my kid even though she was over the appointment the second we arrived. He was detailed in his explanation of what he thinks is going on based on his exam and his recommendations. Afterwards he asked me if I had any questions and made sure I understood and agreed with the treatment plan. He explained to my kid the importance of wearing her new glasses when they arrive. The assistant was also truly a dear. She helped my kid pick out some glasses based on her style and face shape. She was so patient and kind. When I was explaining my struggles with my kiddo over her previous glasses, she took the time to further explain why her glasses are so important. I just want to say a big THANK YOU for making this journey with my kiddos medical problem easier. read more

I took my son here for eye exam. The front desk staff were very friendly and helpful. Dr. Penn explained everything clearly during the exam, very professional and attentive to all our concerns. read more

I came here because my friend's daughter didn't need glasses after visiting. I have taken my kids for years. I tell so many people to go. Dr Penn is the best! He fixed one of my daughters' eye sight so she doesn't need glasses. She did the same for a friend's son. read more

I've been coming to Dr. Penn for many years! He is always very patient and answers any questions you might have regarding your eye health. Special shoutout to Eren at the front desk--she's so sweet and very knowledgeable as well. read more

I have spent almost $1000 here because I want to see things clearly as before. Maybe my expectations is too high. I was told to wear my contact lenses at least two hours a day even though I CAN NOT work, see computer screen nor read my iPhones clearly. Can't read books or MLS sheets either. This is after 4th visit and after all the adjustments too. I hate these two hours becuser I work almost 16 hours a day now for my clients. It's super hard not able to see, read, or respond to my messages for two hours everyday. $1000 was the insurance money, I probably only spent $300-400 of my personal cash. I am suppose to see Dr Penn next month. read more

Dr. Penn is very professional, patient, understanding and approachable. Would definitely recommend visiting for even just a regular eye exam. read more

I've been going here for maybe the last 5 years or so, and continue to visit for my annual eye exam and prescription whenever I'm in LA visiting my mother. Dr. Penn is super nice, responsive via email, and never rushes you through a visit. The front desk staff are also very efficient and knowledgeable with billing. Would definitely recommend! read more

I started coming here a year ago since my vision insurance changed to EyeMed and Costco (my go-to since middle school) didn't accept it. I found this place by searching up places that accepted my insurance and asking about contact prices. I got Clariti dailies when I first came to Colima Optometry. But my second time around, I opted for Vision Source Fresh Day daily contacts, a generic brand sold here, and they're great. They're the exact same as name brand dailies, and they're at a great price since Colima Optometry (seemingly) always has a buy 3, get 1 free special promotion on them. With their promotion, you get $200 off. I recently came in to get an eye exam and order new contacts and the experience with Dr. Penn was great. He does multiple tests to ensure your degrees are correct, including having you try contacts to ensure optimal vision. The front desk staff are also knowledgeable, quick, and friendly (they remembered me the second I walked in despite it being over a year since I last went). Highly recommend this place. It's located in the first small strip plaza across from the car wash of the HK2 plaza. read more

I have been going to Colima Optometry for 10 + years! Dr. Penn and his staff are all very patient and welcoming. Dr. Penn is very attentive and thorough during the exams, would definitely recommend this place ! read more

Best optometrist in town! Dr. Penn and staffs are friendly and nice. He gave me a free sample eye drop, a small but kind gesture. I will be back for my future eye examination here! read more

They are terrific. My daughter had worst vision post 2020 (from a -2 to -4). We were recommended by my sister in law and I love how they took the time to explain available options for my daughter. We choose to do ortho-k (hard lenses you put on overnight). They understand working with her as a 10 year old. They had her practice several times to put on and take off her contacts. I recommend them. They are friendly and professional and I highly recommend them. read more

Have been going here for several years to have annual eye exams and get contacts and glasses. Dr. Penn is very easy to talk with and helpful to address any issues with eyes as well as offer alternatives options for my contacts. Front office staff are very nice and helpful and efficient. A great experience every time I visit. read more

Found on yelp...chose to make appointment for both my dad and I due to close proximity to home and great reviews. Aron greeted us and was very kind and very helpful. Dr. Penn was great as well. Explained everything very thoroughly. We should get our glasses in 2 weeks. Highly recommend. read more

Update: post-scleral lenses fitting and all the additional follow ups. Seriously. This is my second review but this is how much I appreciate how Dr. Penn takes the time to talk to me. Although I do ask a lot of questions out of curiosity, he never seems to rush me and explains thoroughly. He also tried to save my money and give me a sample for my dry eyes/redness. The staff in front (Penny his wife and Erin) are amazing too. Easy to talk to, makes you feel comfortable, efficient. In a nutshell, if you're in the Rowland area, go here. Even if you're not, it's worth the drive for a good doctor. read more

Best optometry I've been to :) Dr. Penn is very knowledgeable and will answer any questions you have. The ladies in the front are also very friendly and accommodating. read more

The front nurse EREN was amazing! She answered all my questions she knew what she was talking about. I loved this place will recommend to friends and family read more

Great office, they take pride in setting patients up with a premium product at a fair price. I thin what stands out most with this office is second to none customer service. I feel like family when I come here. read more

I have been taking my Daughter to Dr. Penn's office for 3 years now. My husband and I are also regular patients and love coming here. As a previous teacher at a Preschool Dr. Penn took a personal community service to conduct Eye Exams to provide families the importance of eye exams on children. The children love Dr. Penn and the school also values and appreciates what Dr. contributes to his community. My daughter has an stigmatism and my daughter was complaining about her eyes she did not hesitate to let me aware to make an appointment with Dr. Penn recently. Staff is always friendly and appointments available. If staff is not able to assist your over the telephone or are busy and or closed your get a text message ready to assist you. We love coming hear and always suggest my family and friends to come here. read more

I found this place thru Yelp. So happy they were open on a weekend! Great staff; quick, friendly & efficient. Highly recommended:)

I took my mom to check her eyes. My mom said Dr. Penn is very nice and very detail oriented and patience. We definitely recommend Dr. Penn.

Dr. Penn is, by far, the best eye doctor I've ever dealt with. He took the time in examining my eyes, explaining all concerns I have had. Dr. suggested me to go with Scleral lenses due to eyeglasses not being able to fix the high astigmatism I have. He took his time during multiple sessions to make sure the best fit is available for my eyes. He is still working with me to address some issues I have due to my eye condition. The front desk staffs are also very polite and patient friendly. Very highly recommended! read more

I can't get it why ppl don't love this place. Wasn't gonna rate this hidden GEM until I saw this place on Yelp. Been coming here since 16 and got all glasses for me and my family. In fact, I bought the same pair twice cause I was stupid enough to do a test and see if it's really bullet proof. Been to a lot other places for glasses/sunglasses and have to say this place give the best quality frames and affordable prices! Ask Catherine, the owners daughter and she will definitely hook u up. Don't forget to have the owner adjust ur glasses to fit since he has over 35 years of experience. read more

Wicked fast service and great customer service. I can see now! No waiting and very polite front desk staff. Dr. Was pretty cool too.

I went to this store to get lenses for my frame. but when i came to pick up, the frame was broken. i paid without wearing even one day. never go again. read more

Colima Optometry - Optometrists Near Me - Rowland Heights, California

I found this optometry from the preferred list of Google Glass eye care professionals. There were only a few local ones near my place, so I decided to give them a call and asked about fitting prescription lenses on my Glass unit. No appointments were necessary. I came in the following day and met Dr. Pen. He was very professional, speaks clearly, knowledgeable, and friendly. It was fun chatting with him about Google Glass, and he is very knowledgeable of the program. He gave me a week of wait time (plus a couple days -- he was going to be out of town) for my frames to be ready. The day after my first visit, I decided to add transition to my lenses, so I called to add-on to my order. Dr. Pen was out of town and the receptionist got my number and told me to wait for a call back. Only a couple hours later, I got a call from the doctor and he explained to me over the phone benefits and disadvantages of transition lenses with regards to Google Glass. He really takes his time with his patients and lays out all the options in front of them. A week and a half later, Dr. Pen called and my frames were ready for pick up. I came in with my Glass unit, and he attached it to my new frames. After a few minor adjustments to my nose pads, I was good to go. The whole experience was smooth and easy. I highly recommend Dr. Pen and his services. He's very professional and a great guy! PS: Don't be confused. There's another optometry right beside it with a very similar name. Dr. Pen's clinic is the one right at the corner. read more

Dr. Penn is amazing! I felt truly taken care of and had a great overall experience. All the staff at the office are very attentive and friendly as well. Dr. Penn took the time to ask about my past medical history properly without rushing through anything to make sure I had the best possible eye care. Everyone was very professional and won't give you the run-around or waste your time! I highly recommend this team to anyone and personally, Dr. Penn is the best eye doctor I have seen in a very long time. read more

Excellent doctor.. I ask many questions and all answer very well.. Dr. Penn is very nice and answers all questions.

Dr.Penn is very knowledgeable and answered my questions and concerns. They have affordable prices and a variety of glasses to choose from. Earlier this month, I let Dr.Penn know I would like to try contacts and he had me try a few different brands before finding the most comfortable ones for me. Erin at the front desk is great! She's very nice and friendly and kept my son entertained while helping me pick the right glasses and now while getting fitted for contacts. read more