Heights Eye Care

I used to like this place, and I've spent a lot of money here over the years, which makes this…read moreexperience even more disappointing. I brought in a pair of Ray-Ban sunglasses to have prescription lenses installed. I specifically told the owner, Phil B., that I planned to have cataract surgery within a year and would want the original Ray-Ban lenses put back in afterward. When I picked up my glasses, the original Ray-Ban lenses were missing. I was assured they would contact the lab and resolve the issue. After several follow-up calls, Carlos was not only unhelpful but also rude, repeatedly telling me to be patient and that it would take time. Two weeks later, I spoke with Phil, who promised he would replace the lenses. I even contacted Ray-Ban myself and learned replacement lenses would cost about $140. Over the next six months, every time I called for an update, Phil said he would order the replacement lenses and get back to me, but nothing ever happened. After being a loyal customer for years, I expected better. Instead, I was met with rude customer service, excuse after excuse, and promises that were never kept. More than six months later, the issue remains unresolved. Extremely disappointing experience.

I've been going to Smith's for my glasses for 12 years and I absolutely love them!! They have such…read morea great variety of frames. I most recently got my first pair of prescription sunglasses from them. I got a custom tint on the lenses and I cannot believe how amazing they are!! I love them so so much! They are really accommodating and great at making adjustments to your frames and lenses, so that your glasses are EXACTLY the way you like them. The customer service is spectacular!!

2.2 mi•Rice Military, Washington Corridor, The Heights

Prescription sunglasses with custom tint

Claire Drennan pom pom earnings pink vintage glasses custom gradient lens by GettaGo

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Skeptic spectacles

Eye Impact

4.8(103 reviews)

Gary and his staff were polite and timely with my eye exam. I had some concerns with my left eye…read moreand wanted to get my annual exam out of the way at somewhere local. While their website booking was down, I called in and was able to book an appointment within 2 days. Google Maps takes you to the right place - it's a small parking lot. Inside is a bright and welcoming lobby. My eye exam went smoothly and Dr. Nguyen showed me the images of my Meibomian glands, which indicated that I had a stye in both my upper and lower eyelids. No wonder the swelling was so bad... I was sold on a special moist eye compress mask and did not purchase any frames or lenses during my visit as I had to get back to work. The eye compress price was comparable to Amazon's. The office staff were even considerate enough to give me some sun filters after the dilation for my drive home as I'd forgotten my sunglasses. Overall, a very pleasant visit, about an hour and some change because of the dilation time for a new patient. Would come back again!

This is for their eyeglass selection. Staff is friendly and knowledgeable especially with what is…read morecovered with eye insurance. Their resident dog is sweet and their bed is by the front. High end eyeglasses and he opted for a Modo pair that also offers a sunglasses clip so double duty. Seamless and efficient, we were very happy and can't wait to pick his pair up in a week! I was eyeing a pair of gold heart shaped glasses. Highly recommended!

How do u look with a Maui Jim? (No my name is Lou, not Jim)

View from massage chair!

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Heights Eye Studio - Optometrist in Houston Heights

5.0(101 reviews)

0.2 mi•The Heights

From the moment I walked in I felt a peace. Dr. Ermis is amazing. Best Ophthalmologist ever. The…read morestaff are wonderful very attentive and knowledgeable. I strongly recommend Heights Eye Studio.

Im new to Texas and needed a new eye doctor, this place exceeded my expectations! From easy…read morescheduling down to an informative exam. They also have really great glasses choices to meet your style needs!

Heights Eye Studio Optometrist in Houston TX

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Dr. Chi Peter Nguyen

Vision Optique

4.7(95 reviews)

4.4 mi•Highland Village

I visited vision optique recently and saw Dr. Brigitte Shen Lee. The eye exam was exceptionally…read moreswift and all the techs were professional and friendly. Dr. Lee explained what her reasoning was for every step of the exam and tailored the exam to my needs with lots of communication, while her techs did a lot of the work so she could focus on interacting with me. I've never had such a quick vision exam before and I've been severely myopic since age 5. The clinic is also equipped with a lot of instruments that make routine exams quick and easy-- they can even tell the prescription on your glasses from simply examining your lenses. The fundus exam was painless and easy compared to past fundus exams I've had and for a new patient, it is free. If you plan to get a new frame at vision optique, they have a decent selection of frames of various styles, from Kate spade to Tom ford or Gucci, ranging from 200-400 dollars (at least from the ones I inspected). The clinic is located inside of a larger mall and they have 8 assigned parking spaces just for vision optique (several were available when I visited on a weekday afternoon). There is no bathroom on the first flooor and you must venture upstairs for it. I've been to many optometrists and rarely do I find one that is so professional and kind. At vision optique, your vision exam will be done in the blink of an eye!

Dr Owens is fantastic. The exam & care provided is thorough, pleasant and efficient. Great service…read morefrom all the staff I've encountered. I've been a patient since 2018. So happy I found them! I get regular reading progressive glasses, computer progressive glasses (what a difference theses make for me!!!) and my contact lens' from them. Thank you Vision Optique!

We are so proud to share that we have been named one of the 2018 #EyeCareBestPractices! Thank you @CooperVision

Gold and Wood

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Silhouette

Custom Eyes Memorial

4.4(50 reviews)

5.2 mi•Memorial

•$

One day I stopped in to ask Marco if he could just fix a pair of glasses I bought from someone…read moreelse. Well, his personality was charming. He was the epitome of the best representative for Business. I have considered him for my business however, I do not want to take him away from his chosen spot. That says a lot about Marco and the business right down to their optometrist Mrs. May. Go there, get your eyes examined, choose from hundreds of wonderful glasses.

I first stopped in to this location after picking up my order from Starbucks next-door. I stopped…read morein to see if they had any frames that I would like. I've also been in search of a new eye doctor. Marco, the gentleman that greeted me was very professional and very accommodating. I made the decision to set an appointment. Today I went in for my appointment, I called ahead of time to let them know that I would be a few minutes late. The staff once again was very pleasant and very accommodating. I completed the paperwork and waited just a few moments. When the technician asked me to come back to do the initial eye exams. The equipment was in an open concept area. There was a woman and man in a business conversation. The man's voice was very loud. The two people were clearly engaged in a conversation related to the business of this particular location and franchise. For the first exam, they were directly behind me talking very loudly. Making it very difficult to concentrate on what the tech was asking me to do and also making it difficult for me to hear her speak to me. We proceeded to the second exam, which was two part. Again, the man and woman were standing directly behind me having a very loud in-depth business conversation. Making it excessively difficult to concentrate on the particular exam for peripheral vision. I expressed my concern to the tech about how disruptive it was and how difficult it was to concentrate. She was very kind and apologized and offered me to wait until they finish the conversation. The man and woman proceeded to the showroom, but were still very loud and disruptive. I completed the second part of the second exam. I once again in a respectful manner expressed my concern over the disruption. And then I ask, is that the doctor? Indeed, the woman engaged in this conversation in the earshot of customers was the doctor. I was so offended by the unprofessionalism I let the young lady know I was leaving. I'm very disappointed that I was compelled to leave as I was prepared to buy a complete frame and lenses for regular glasses and I had a bag of design designer frames that I wanted to get new lenses for. The estimated cost for what I wanted to do Wood would have been well in excessive $2000. I am totally amazed, that someone in this position and level of education, would hold such a conversation in earshot of customers. It was clearly a conversation that should have probably been behind closed doors. Details about the business and productivity are not conversation that should've been in front of customers or employees.

Ray ban meta 2

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Front lobby

Unique Eyecare & Optical

4.4(33 reviews)

5.3 mi•West University

I was privileged today to have an exceptional eye exam given to me by Dr. Inna Gaston. Dr. Gaston…read moretested my eyes for 2 hours. Every possible eye position was examined thoroughly and my expectations were exceeded. I am looking forward to my next appointment next year with Dr. Gaston!

Dr Gaston and her staff are awesome! Great experiences for my daughter and I. Highly recommend!!!read more

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Westside Eye Care

4.2(214 reviews)

13.4 mi•Energy Corridor

Both doctors are wonderful and take the time to understand the patients and help with vision issues.read more

Has been 4 weeks today since they said the glasses (second pair, first pair frame was not a new one…read morelike they promised) and I had the prescription checked, the dr. Made some changes and ordered new frame and lenses for my wife and I. Four weeks went by and I just called few minutes ago to find out that mine just got in but my wife's will be probably another week before they will be ready. Anybody had the same experience? Because I have not heard in 30 years I am wearing glasses that any place will get this long for a pair off glasses. Never go back to this place.

Love this place

Can't decide!

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Juliet Farmer's Boutique Eye Care

4.7(19 reviews)

4.1 mi•Montrose

•$

I had been a parient of Dr Farmer's for 20 years. During that time she identified a freckle on my…read moreeye which she monitored annually for fifteen years and saw no change. During the process of getting ready for cataract surgery, the surgeon and a retinal specialist recommended I seek another opinion when they saw the freckle. Well unfortunately today the freckle has been diagnosed with a melanoma by a specialist. In addition the files with my retinal scans from the last 6 years, including a scan taken 2 weeks ago, cannot be accessed by Dr Farmer due to " equipment problems ". There have also been 3 or 4 times where I had to come back for the scan because there was a system problems or Dr Farmer could not access the scan or history while I was there because of technical glitches. She said she would later. I would not recommend using Dr Farmer for anything more than prescribing glasses. Anything more go see an ophthalmologist on your own.

I never like going to the eye doc. However, seeing Dr. Farmer was a relaxing experience. I am…read moreglad I was recommended to her. She will be my eye doc as long as she will see me.

Very homey and comfortable

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Eye Care Central

4.5(79 reviews)

4.7 mi•Midtown

Somehow they made 2 appointments at 12:30 for my husband and I…read more First person got seen at 1:19. Second person got seen at 2pm for the eye exam. I would not advise to book on a weekend. When asked after waiting 30 minutes they said since it's a Saturday they "run behind" even if people have appointments....

6015 Westheimet. Shawn (sic) is the best Manager at this location. He accommodates the patroniants…read moreneeds and make attempts to see that they are serviced properly. Today, he apologized for the delay and professionally addressed my concerns which he acknowledged it was an out of control situation that occurred. Job well done, Shawn. You need more considerate managers like Shawn. 2/16/26

Fresh water fish tank in the lobby

Here is the building

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Insight Optical

4.8(39 reviews)

5.4 mi•West University

Thank you for the excellent customer care in my predicament when I lost my glasses! I feel like…read moremyself again with my replacement glasses giving me such relief. I'll always be a customer of Insight Optical.

What a wonderful place! From my initial phone call, to my greeting as I entered, to the inviting…read moredecor, to my glasses adjustments....all fabulous. Hayden could not have been more friendly or professional. I now have 3 pairs of glasses that have needed adjustments for so long with a perfect fit!

Children's frames are in the room nearest the door. The room also houses a fish tank, Legos, & children's books.

Spoiled for choice. All of the frames displayed in this room are for children.

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A 20 month old expertly fitted for glasses by optician Judy.

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