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    Hawthorne Vision Center

    3.7 (74 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

    Services - Hawthorne Vision Center

    Eye exams

    Retinal imaging

    Eye testing and diagnosis

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    The view from the eyeglass showroom. There are four stations or desks like those in this picture.
    Olivia L.

    The last time I was inside Hawthorne Vision Center it was after I received a text that said my new replacement lenses were in the store. There was parking available in the tiny parking lot. Schmoopie noticed the yellow Volkswagen bug parked outside this time. I wonder did the employees get bribed with cupcakes again. Although, I've had a lot of free cupcakes from my previous employers (mostly corporate bosses give those out) there was a short time when I would eat only sugar free foods because I didn't want to feel horrible during the "sugar crash." But, I digress. The employee that took my glasses walked away before I was able to tell him I wanted to keep my older lenses. I told the manager on duty (MOD). Also, was there ever a time when Schmoopie didn't go with me... yes. I went by myself often to Hawthorne Vision Center. It was over 10 years ago. I have been going (and so has Schmoopie) to Hawthorne Vision Center since about 2009 or so. I went to a different eye center downtown before that... mostly because of my insurances and my TriMet route didn't take that long.

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    Positive E.

    Friendliness eye clinic on this side of town. I've been a patient for over 6 years and now my whole family gets seen here. My kids love it! They have toys, stickers, and suckers for them to enjoy. I enjoy the eye books and the clear cut pricing. They accept my VSP so I'm usually left paying 30% out of pocket but I know my exact amount before I leave no hidden costs. They don't carry Oakley anymore which I'm disappointed about but they do have a good selection of other brands. Would definitely recommend

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    River City Eyecare

    River City Eyecare

    4.4(60 reviews)
    1.7 miHollywood, Northeast Portland
    $$
    Offers payment plans
    Available by appointment

    My family has been a client of this optometry for about 3 years. The experience has always been…read moregreat: eye exams were quick and informative, front desk employees were always helpful and attentive. However this year's annual visit was anything but. It may be due to the change of ownership (I believe it happened either late last year or this year), but my experience with the front desk employee (Sam) was not great. Per usual, the exam was quick, the new doctor was nice and informative, and the other front desk employee (male with glasses) was extremely attentive and helpful. The issue came about a few days after my exam when I decided to use my annual frame allowance for sunglasses (I've had LASIK correction for a few years now). I called the office, Sam answered and I explained what I wanted to do - I've been utilizing this allowance for years. Sam looked up my insurance and asked if it was for prescription glasses. I said, "no, non-prescription". She then quickly told me that I couldn't use my insurance allowance for that purpose. I asked if the insurance had changed in the last year because I've been doing this for years. She said no, it's always been like that and that there's nothing they could do. After letting her know to double check the clauses of the allowance, she checked and noticed that clients with lasik procedures are allowed to use their insurance for sunglasses. She didn't apologize for initially providing me with incorrect information, she just went on and asked what frames I wanted. I told her the model and she noted they don't carry those. I thought I had gotten the same brand from them the year before and said "but I got them last year from you". Quicker than lighting she had already pulled up my prior orders to correct me: no I had not ordered that brand with them! She seemed annoyed that I was even asking. She proceeded to tell me that if I wanted that brand I would have to go elsewhere and referred me to a competitor. She didn't give me options to go online and use a prescription to order them myself, or anything else. I asked for my prescriptions (mine and my husband's) and headed to their competitor. Blessing in disguise - the front desk employee at this new place was a delight, the optician helped us get the sunglasses we needed without much hassle and we proceeded to schedule our 2026 annual eye check with them. This experience may not be representative of the entire practice, but it shows you that customer retention is just about being nice and patient with your clients.

    Had to return the first pair because they were for distance and I had ordered reading lenses…read more The manager, Amber had told me I had 90 days to use the glasses then bring them back if there was a problem. I could not read with this pair, it was the wrong prescription, so I took them back. The guy I spoke to, Paige Carpenter, was rude and refused to take the glasses back. I asked to speak to Amber and they told me to call back on Monday since she wasn't in the office. This is very frustrating as I am a senior and need my glasses. I can't read anything. What happened to courtesy and good customer service? I didn't experience any during my visit there. Paige needs some training in that department. So folks, I would go somewhere else for better treatment if I were you.

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    River City Eyecare

    4.5(37 reviews)
    4.4 miSoutheast Portland
    $$
    12 years in business
    Locally owned & operated

    Love River City Eyecare! I've been taking my family here for years. I recently developed a painful…read moreeye infection and Doctors Breeden and Provost saw me promptly as my condition escalated and treated my condition. The medical care and customer service is awesome here!

    Rather unpleasant experience...receptionist was patient, friendly, and helpful, but twice I was…read morepressured to pay pay extra for dilation. When the receptionist brought it up, I asked if it cost extra; she said yes, and then told her I wasn't interested. You'd think it would end there. After Dr. Breeden finished the main portion of the exam, she made it a point to get up, close the door, and lecture me about the importance of dilation, imploring scare tactics, and comparing it to having vitals checked. This was just insulting. It's my health, and it's my money, and I have the right to opt out. I'd like to think that professionals could take a hint that money is clearly an issue for me without me having to say HEY, I'M FUCKING BROKE, I'M JUST HERE TO GET A PRESCRIPTION SO I CAN BUY CONTACT LENSES. The icing on the cake was not being given (or emailed) my new prescription at the end of the visit. After I emailed them asking for it, there was another little passive aggressive cherry on top -- part of my prescription was left blank, and I had to dig up my old prescription to find the number (the BC, or base curve, which is either 8.4 or 8.8 when ordering contacts online). So thanks, ladies! Very professional.

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