I am shocked to read the (couple of) negative reviews here. This is the best optical store I've…read moreever been to, both in Boston and New York City. John is so sweet, kind, cooperative, helpful (on and on), and Dr. Shah is thorough and kind as well. I can't fathom someone feeling "degraded" or having any kind of negative experience at this store.

Very disappointing experience. I provided three different insurance plans and not a single one was…read moreaccepted, which was already frustrating. The first eye exam itself was a terrible experience. I didn't feel like I was being treated by a doctor at all. The communication was rude, and I felt uncomfortable the whole time. Six months later, I came back to ask about getting a second exam for contact lenses, and I was made to feel degraded, like I was bothering them just by asking. The lack of professionalism and basic manners made the whole experience really upsetting. I left feeling bad instead of cared for.

If I could give Spectacle a six stars I would! From the moment we walked in the experience was…read moregreat. Paul really knows what he is doing and is an expert at finding frames that are right for your face. Paul's personality and positivity made the drive in from the south shore well worth the trip. My glasses were ready when promised and the quality of the work was perfect. Do yourself a favor and shop Spectacle for your next glasses purchase, you won't regret it!

Amazing experience with the colorful musician owner whose helps you find glasses that work with…read moreyour face and budget. Really cool Vibe and love the location. Glasses came in as expected and fit to face. Highly recommend!!!

I'm a repeat client and he is always kind and has a great selection of glasses. He doesn't take…read moreinsurance but the price is always right 2 for the price of one you can't beat that and you can use your flex spending. He can make your glasses there and they'll be ready in a couple of hours. If he doesn't have your lens he will order them and will be there in no time at all. I just bought my first pair of glasses with progressives, yes we will all get there some time in our lives lol. I'm now stylish af and can read fine print haha( see pic for my red pair) he will let you know what fits your face and what's best for your prescription. You must visit Michael it's a no brainer! Fyi limited hours on Saturday 10-1pm not open on Sundays. Support your local community!

I fairly recently visited Michael for the first time and I quickly discovered his integrity,…read morepatience, generosity and kindness. When I went back with what seemed like a problem with the main (graduated) pair it turned out that the prescription was a little off. He did not charge me for the new lens (based on a new prescription)! In passing I had mentioned that I realized I didn't really like the reading glasses after all, and he exchanged the frame, again without charge. He knows his business and values his customers, and I am now a loyal one.

Christos at Soma Optical is hands down the best optician I have ever met. I have worn glasses all…read moremy life and have purchased eyeglasses from opticians all around Boston and in the various cities I've lived in across the country. Working with Christos was by far the best experience I have ever had. With other opticians I've found that they tend to just say "yes" to whatever you pick or to base their recommendations solely on style rather than paying attention also to fit and functionality. I inevitably left with glasses that never felt quite right or kept slipping down my face despite paying hundreds of dollars. Christos, on the other hand, is a true expert who knows how eyeglass frames should fit a face for maximum comfort and functionality while still working to find the best-looking frames for you out of his vast selection. After purchase, he is also meticulous about adjusting the frames for your face. Unlike other opticians, he actually has an opinion and can help you figure out how the frames ought to fit. And unlike most of the opticians I've purchased from in the past, he's genuinely skilled at adjusting frames and will really work with you and keep tweaking until the fit is *exactly* right. After my experience at Soma, I refuse to purchases eyeglasses from anywhere else. This is a true gem of a store and I plan to recommend it to anyone who will listen.

Simply superb and incredible. Top quality and unique frames, in all kinds of interesting styles…read more Not to mention a very pleasant environment in which to browse and shop. But the real star of Soma is the service. I am not exaggerating to say they go so far beyond the call of duty, it's almost unbelievable. Seriously, I am telling the truth. (And if you think I am prone to hyperbole or false niceness, just read some of my other reviews on Yelp.) In summary, my wife and I buy everything optical there and will continue to do so. They are great. Highly recommended without reservation!

Very easy to communicate with optician. Had an issue with my frames that they were able to resolve…read morein a timely and professional manner.

I'm out of contact lenses and that means that it's time for another eye exam to make sure the…read morepeepers are still in good shape. EyeBar had an appointment at a convenient time and I when I arrived, I was seen right on time. I believe that my examination was thorough. I really liked the widget that takes a picture of my retina. The optometrist was able to review that in a couple of different contrasts and even zoom in on one spot. Great to know that we have a record there that can be compared when I return next year. Thankfully, my prescription hasn't changed and my eye health is excellent.

Such a homely and calming place! The couple who owns it is very knowledgeable, they gave me a…read morethorough exam and then provided me with free contacts to practice! They even let me come back every day for over a week for more practice!

I've been a patient of Dr. T for the past 30 years (since a college student) and have never written…read morea review for them. Dr. T and his wife, Dr. Ratan are such a dynamic duo who are kind, friendly, empathetic, professional and witty. They are very accommodating to my very difficult eye prescriptions (extreme near-sightedness, far-sightedness and astigmatism) and give me the best solution for a clear vision without incurring unnecessary prescriptions for my needs. I just found out they'll be retiring soon and they'll be fondly missed. I wish them a very happy retirement and enjoy time with their family for the next chapter of their life. Thank you so much for all these years taking care of my eye care problems!

Yes Nora will pick the glasses for you, it is a fun, gentle, kind and "unusual" experience. And…read moreYES what she selects will be a PERFECT fit/look/style for you. I mean PERFECT. I have referred at least 6 friends and all said the same: "such a different and fun experience", "100% perfect style/fit", "I never thought this should be my glasses", "I would never have picked that for me, yet it's perfect", "I now get so many compliments on my glasses" etc.

Great selection of frames. Make appointment with Paul. He is a great optician and really knows the…read moreoptical industry. I was his supplier for many years and valued his great expertise.

I went in to have 2 designer sunglasses fixed. The man in the shop immediately fixed the in less…read morethan 10min and charged only $20. Professional, fast and friendly! Go here for your eyeglass/sunglasses needs. They are the best.

Rick is the best! Very customer service oriented and always willing to take the time to explain how…read moreto pick the best glasses for the customers needs. Highly recommend!

Why is Felix's hair so glorious?! Why is Aaron so accommodating and attentive!? Questions for the…read morephilosophers I suppose! Or actually for the fortune patrons who solicite this establishment. I came in to get a pair of non gas station sunglasses that didn't disintegrate after two uses. Literally I've had glasses spew screws and fall off my face while driving and infinitely more tragically while watching the third and final Hobbit installment in theaters. (Rest in peace Kili, your sacrifice will not be forgotten!!) Anyway the point is I obviously don't like spending a lot of money on my eyewear. However the styles and service at this place had me willing and ready to change my ways and risk it all. The result?! Got some slick behind sunglasses and can't nobody tell me nothing. And these bad boys gone stay on my face, whether I'm scooting down 90 head bopping to Michelle Branch or getting misty eyed over Annie Lennox's Into the west as I salivate over a literary masterpiece. I suggest you get over here and get on my level.

I wear progressive lenses and selected a frame that I loved. When they arrived, I couldn't get…read morecomfortable with the near vision and had distortion to the sides. I took them back to a different store (seaport) where they advised me that the lens were too large and knew exactly the issues I was having with the near vision. They suggested a smaller lens and frame which I swapped in to. Much happier now. I am writing this to alert those with progressives that you may want to ASK about the lens size as I wasn't given this advice by the associate and optitrician at the Newbury store and ended up with a frame that wasn't good for progressive lens wearers.

I was referred here by the Cartier store, which is just a few blocks down. Dolly was able to take…read moremy broken Cartier sunglasses and repair them in a matter of 5 minutes- free of charge. I cannot recommend this store enough, I will definitely be coming here for my next purchase. Excellent people !

Really nice doctor and employees! He explained everything so well and did a really thorough job. A…read morefew years ago I had an eye exam at Walgreens that was absolutely terrible, but I felt really taken care of here.