This is the reason I LOVE supporting small businesses. I have been going to see Dr. Tiwari since I…read moremoved to Richmond years ago. Family Eye care of Virginia gives warm vibes. It's giving someone might be making a pot of fresh collards in the back :). The office feels like your oldest aunties house, which I love. Some may say it's dated, but I disagree. It's one of those feelings where you're like this place has GOOD BONES. More importantly, if it ain't broke don't fix it. When you walk in you're greeted by the receptionist (his wife I think). She gets you checked in and you wait in the "front parlor", for them to call you back. When I was taken back to the office, I was reminded why I love coming here. The huge eye machine they use is my favorite color pink and it takes me to a place of shiny and new COULD NEVER!! Dr. Tiwari is a great listener. I never feel as if he's rushing, he takes his time to converse with you and go over your exam thoroughly. We always have wonderful conversations, and I feel comfortable asking him anything. I def recommend and will continue to go back. PS they do have a 2nd location in Petersburg. PPS -- you know I couldn't leave a review without letting y'all know: The bathroom is clean and smells fine! You certainly can use the bathroom at this establishment -- and parking is in the back :)

After waiting for three weeks for my glasses I called (they didn't call me when the problem arose)…read moreand they informed me that the supplier could not find them. They finally found them and it was gonna take another 7 to 10 business days I have not had a very great experience with his eye doctor. Well not the doctor but his office. Disappointed in chesterfield!!!

BEWARE!!!! Do not go to this place unless you want the assistant to be your eye doctor!!! The…read moreassistant who is unqualified did not listen to me when I said my contacts that was given to me as a trial pair hurts and keeps popping out. She insisted I feel the order and that was normal. Later when I got an eye infection from the improper fit that she fitted me for not the eye doctor. Now they have charged me over and over and wants me to pay again for another set of contacts that should have been taken care of when I said my contacts hurt. You cannot see your eye doctor again because they block you.. Worst place I have ever been. When I finally did see an eye doctor her first thing was you was fitted improperly and we can refit you with a proper pair.. even told me my contacts was under warranty. But when I went back the ASSISTANT again blocked me from the doctor and wants me to pay full price again. Do not go to this place it is not the same anymore. I would give them a 0 if I could.

I am getting old, and my vision is worsening. I had glasses for a year from these guys. I wanted to…read moretry contacts. No way, I thought I would EVER be able to get them in and out effectively. I would say after my first session with Yelena, I was thinking it's possible. Her patience, coaching, and belief in me helped immensely. I had other training sessions scheduled, and it helped build confidence. She is amazing, but by the last one, I was doing it with ease. I was and am tickled and love that I can do this, and THEY WORK perfectly. What a gift. I love them. The bonus was Doc Jodi told me, " I don't look so old with my contacts in". LOL, this place makes you feel great and gets the job done. The girls up front are always smiling, and they give you chocolate. I say give Yelena a raise, heck, give everybody a raise. JOB WELL DONE ALL!!!!

I would not recommend this practice to anyone, especially those from minority backgrounds. The…read morecustomer service was absolutely terrible from the moment I walked in. The front desk staff were rude, dismissive, and showed zero compassion toward patients. What made it worse was the blatant racism. Staff members were visibly unwelcoming toward Asian and Muslim patients, and I personally witnessed them mocking ethnic names -- laughing among themselves in a way that was humiliating and completely unprofessional. This is a medical office, not a place where patients should have to tolerate discrimination. On top of that, their appointment policy is absurd. If you are even five minutes late -- despite traffic, parking, or any other reasonable circumstance -- they will cancel your appointment on the spot and move on without any grace or understanding. No call, no warning, no flexibility whatsoever. This place is not a welcoming environment. The behavior of the staff is harassing, disrespectful, and frankly unacceptable for any business -- let alone a healthcare provider. I urge anyone from a diverse background to look elsewhere for eye care where you will actually be treated with dignity.

Very impressed with this small, local business. Staff out front are efficient, helpful, and…read morefriendly. Dr. Patel was approachable, engaged, and spent time explaining the results of the eye exam. She didn't make me feel as if I were imposing on her time. Overall, high marks for this business.

Very helpful and attentive staff. Great selection and pricing. Ease in scheduling. Definitely…read morerecommend.

I waited 3 weeks for an appointment only to be told when I arrived that my insurance was not…read moreaccepted, despite the website claiming 'all insurances welcome'. I was told I could still keep the appointment if I paid like $150 out of pocket. I guess we don't agree on what words mean. 0/5, 3 weeks wasted, trashy business practice

This business does not allow you to physical talk to them. It is hard for a senior citizen to talk…read moreto them.

Would give zero stars if I could. This place is a total scam. So many complaints about the hidden…read more$40 fee they charge on top of insurance, and when I asked about it the "manager" DAJA came at me aggressively and humiliating me in front of the entire lobby. I asked to talk to someone else, she refused. I told them nobody went over additional fees on top of copays with us, and instead of trying to de-escalate, she said I was on camera video AND audio and they can listen to the tapes and prove "ANGELLY" went over the fees with me and my daughter. COMPLETE LIES! I saw Angelly and asked to talk to her, and then I got screamed at again by DAJA in front of the entire lobby when I was calmly asking Angelly why said she went over fees with us when she didn't; and Angelly said she didn't know what I was talking about! I told DAJA she was violating HIPAA yelling at me like that in front of everyone, and she yelled louder saying she wasn't saying my patient information so there wasn't a violation. WHAT?! So it's ok to talk to customers like that, to PEOPLE like that? Completely classless. Clearly this DAJA thinks she's the boss and lies to patients to prove some kind of point; it's a total power trip. At one point she even berated the staff and said "1 plus 1 is what?" why is she allowed to talk to her staff like that in front of patients?! This girl is clearly in need of some education. And side note, I'm sure the reply to my review from this place will be something awesome like we were never seen in their office, or some nonsense. Perhaps it's this manager Daja replying to the reviews, so these complaints never get to the people that could really fix the problems? Welp, it's on you to discuss with the Better Business Bureau because they've been notified of your fraud scheme! And someone needs to educate that girl DAJA, because if I had to bet I'd say she's the common denominator in MANY of these awful online complaints your establishment is getting. STOP SCAMMING CUSTOMERS, MAKE IT CLEAR THE ADVANCE EYE EXAM ISN'T AN OPTIONAL ADDITIONAL FEE, TEACH DAJA HOW TO BE A BETTER PERSON, AND DO BETTER AS A BUSINESS! There had to have been someone else in that building that could've come to see what was going on, and to assist in some way. NOBODY HELPED! And for anyone looking to go here, there are so many options to choose from in our area, don't make the mistake that I did by not doing my homework on a place first.

It Looks Good On You is a brand new store in the Chesterfield mall, owned and operated by Bill and…read morePam Rogers... and it's adorable. If I had to compare it to anything, it'd be the Claires for adults... anyone who likes to buy trendy jewelry or get a little something with some bling will love this store. The store is organized by color, and you can find necklaces, earrings, handbags, hats, and basically anything else with sparkle. For all the shoe lovers out there, I saw a collect of bedazzled little shoes, and some breast cancer awareness items as well. But what I ended up buying was a new purse. I've been looking for one for a while, something trendy not trashy, decent quality yet not ridiculously expensive... And that is just what I found... a gorgeous green faux leather bag, super soft, just the right size (not ridiculously large nor too small) and for... get this... $30! I couldn't believe it. But a lot of the other bags were similarly priced, making this my new favorite location. So there you have it. New, fresh, trendy, and for adults, this place is worth checking into.

I bought a beautiful crystal necklace and i love it looks good on you! I get so many compliments…read morewhen i wear my jewelry.!

I've been seeing Dr. Gates for years now but at his other location. This was my first visit to this…read moreoffice and I am so impressed. The staff was so friendly from the moment I walked in and I loved the vibe - the glasses are displayed so beautifully and I love the antique furniture and numerous plants throughout the space. It seems like they have so many frame options from brands I've never seen before and at reasonable prices. They have parking around back but I found street parking less than a block away. My eye exam was quick but thorough. Whether you need glasses/contacts/or an exam, I recommend Carytown Optical!

Very professional service rendered by Cynthia and her team. Bought a pair of Lunor frames a few…read moremonths ago and my, correction, crafted by Cynthia is perfect. I see better than ever and just might buy a second pair from Carytown Optical.

First, I love the new location! Second, my appointment was so quick and easy. I was glad I received…read morean email reminder upon the 1 year mark, and easily made and appointment via phone. When I arrived, I was met at the door by an employee who took my temperature & gave me my chart to review. Everyone had on masks & it was required throughout the visit. The waiting room floor is super spacious -- so even though there was another patient I didn't feel clustered. Once I finished my chart, the doctor came and did my exams! I did not have Dr. Bergvall this time, and I did not catch the Dr.s name. But he was great! Made the time fly by with his great personality. I think I did 3 or 4 different tests, however I was in and out in less than 30 minutes!

very unprofessional and discombobulated, i've had multiple appointments that they missed informed…read moreme of the dates and times and i've showed up and the doctor wasn't there or they couldn't see me and the front desk lady tameka is very unprofessional and rude

My only complaint is a relatively small choice of frames. I found some I loved but they only had…read moreone size. I have worn glasses for most of my nearly 70 years. I like some of the more unique styles available, but I found very nice frames not quite up to my outrageous side, but you will have excellent service. The Woman that helped me I think her name is Sandra was fabulous. She was so professional and thorough. She was also friendly and pleasant to work with. They also told me 7 to 10 days. Came in much earlier. Good Job. I hope I got your name right.

i made mistake give them old glasses prescription. i called them at that day in the afternoon.to…read morecanceled for my mistaken gave them old prescription . yet they still not cancel my glasses prescription.i have no choice to pick up my glasses a week after my called. they insist i can't not return that glasses . I had no choice . driving from freeway with new glasses for far vision I was struggling reading free way sign with all letters are double digit. I call them again costco optics. they told me bring new prescription to exchange . Richmond costco one of costco to stay away .