After a health issue that left me with double vision, I ended up with a very specific (and tricky)…read moreprescription. Thankfully, we found Dr. Park and I couldn't be more grateful. She was incredibly thorough in testing my vision and took the time to get everything just right. She recommended separate single-vision lenses for reading, and that made a huge difference. My new Zeiss progressive lenses are noticeably better than my previous pair...much sharper and crystal clear. Much thanks to Dr. Park and David for their excellent care and service!

Listen up. Dr Allison is the best. Every time I see her, she gives her all to make sure my new…read moreprescription gets me the sharpest vision possible. I have a very complicated case, and she always takes that into account when she's fitting me for new glasses. Last year I went to another local optometrist office. Instead of waiting a week or two for her, I got this other appointment fairly quickly. That should have been a clue. This other doctor didn't bother to actually change my RX for new glasses after I sat through the exam. I got the new glasses but I was wondering, why can't I see? So I went back and the doctor basically said they thought the new RX would be too strong for me, so they kept it the same. WHAT? Why would I come in? For a new set of groovy frames??? I had to get the glasses remade and it took like another month. And they weren't very good even then. Absolutely ridiculous. Don't be a dummy and go elsewhere. Dr Allison really is exceptional. I'm grateful for her skill and her care. Thanks, Glendale Optometry!

I was looking for an optical shop like the independent, owner-operated shop my family and I did…read morebusiness with when I was growing up in Burbank. In other words, I wanted to feel I was in good hands. Verdugo Optical is that shop and Rita is every bit as knowledgeable and personable as the other reviews here attest. When I walked in for my second visit to Verdugo Optical, to pick up my new glasses, a man was finishing up at the front counter with Rita. He turned around and blurted out to me, "You're in good hands." I replied, "I think so." He shot back, "I know so." No argument; you'll be in the best of hands.

If you need glasses, this should be your first and last stop. Skip places like Costco Optical or…read moreAmerica's Best. Rita at Verdugo Optical is a true professional and took time to help me find frames that actually fit my face and never rushed me or tried to upsell me on things I didn't need like blue light blocker coating. I had been relying on over-the-counter readers for a while, but switching to custom glasses has been a game changer. Now everything feels sharper, almost like seeing in 3D. Turnaround time was quick, and the pricing was unmatched. Highly recommend.

I wonder why my experience wasn't like all the five-star raves here, because honestly, this person…read moredoes NOT deserve that. To preface: I understand if an optometrist suspects something, they refer you to an ophthalmologist. That's normal. I also understand nerves can look "questionable," and I'm fine with being referred. In fact, I loved the ophthalmologist I ended up seeing. What bothers me is the sketchy way this all went down, which left me with a very suspicious gut feeling. First off, the "exam room" was basically a long storage closet with old papers stacked everywhere, a chair, and i actually think it was the closet -- just fully not a professional medical office. It felt dirty and disorganized, 100% total opposite of every other optometrist I've ever seen. First red flag. Then during the exam (not dilated), he kept making "hmm...uhhh..." noises while looking through his lens. When I asked what was wrong, he literally said: "When I look at your eye, I SEE GLAUCOMA." I was shocked. I had just turned 40 three months ago, have zero family history, and every other optometrist has told me my nerves looked healthy -- one even showed them on a big screen and called them "healthy nerve examples." I told him this and he replied, "Well, glaucoma can show up later," then added I "may need" laser treatment -- even though when he finally did a pressure test, it was normal. If my nerves looked suspicious, fine -- just say that and refer me. But declaring "I see glaucoma" without proof, without even explaining what glaucoma even is, was just so beyond unprofessional and unnecessarily frightening. ok SO the BIGGEST red flag: he insisted that I ONLY SEE HIS "friend" in Culver City, and (i am literally quoting him verbatim) "no ophthalmologists in Pasadena or this area are any good." Excuse me? We live in Los Angeles -- one of the biggest cities in the world, with UCLA, USC, and countless world-class specialists -- not the middle of nowhere. Meanwhile, I'm sitting in this dude's gross closet of an office, thinking, "Does he not see where he's practicing? He expects me to trust this??" The irony was laughable if it hadn't been so alarming. Finally, despite acing my vision test, he told me I needed low-grade glasses. At checkout, the staff kept tacking on add-ons I didn't ask for ("blue light $60, anti-reflection $30, another $30..."), and I walked out $80 poorer for glasses I didn't need. I left in shock and immediately called my mom and brother (both MDs), who were just as stunned. I refused to call his "friend" and instead went to a reputable ophthalmologist my brother recommended. That doctor did a full workup with multiple scans, tests, and dilation, and told me my optic nerves are completely healthy -- just naturally a bit larger than average. He also confirmed I DO NOT need glasses. So this optometrist was the ONLY one who's ever told me I "have glaucoma." To me, it felt like fear tactics and upselling, and taking advantage of a woman he assumed was naïve. My advice: do NOT go here. If you're told something serious, get a second opinion from a board-certified ophthalmologist before you spend money or agree to treatment.

My experience tells me before you prescribe the lens, make sure to double check the price and how…read moreare they going to charge you. I got an eye allergy in Nov and came in to check my eyes. So doctor assumed this might be caused by my current contact lens. He recommended of using a pair of weekly contacts instead of my current monthly contacts since I don't wear it that much. I fellow through and scheduled another appointment for a new pair of weekly contact 2 months later in Jan. Here is what got me frustrated... I came in and thought I can just try this pair of contact and pay for this pair of contact only since this is a new trial and I don't have vision insurance. I also just did my eye check up in Nov for my eye allergy. However, this is not what I've expected. He said he is a business man. He can't just give me the trial contact lenses to try on. Also based on the California law, I have to start over my eye exam every once a year. And my prescription has been expired in June so I have to redo it again. WTH!! I never heard that I have to do the eye exam each year and the prescription can ONLY last for an year?!! And when I looked up online, the prescription can last up to 2 years. Anyway, good thing I asked in more details before doing everything else. I walked out this eye center at last and decide to prescribe a new pair of contact from Costco instead. While I am having no insurance coverage for vision, there is no point for me to pay another eye exam AGAIN in cash + a new pair of contact lenses to try. This is not a right a way for doing business. That's truly a ripped off.

I've been a patient of Dr Chahine and La Canada Eye Care for at least 25 years and I've been remiss…read morein not posting a review. Dr Chahine and the business are fantastic! His office has all the latest equipment (and a wonderful collection of antique equipment!). Wait times are usually short. The doctor is highly competent & professional yet takes the time to explain what he doing and what it means. The staff is friendly, efficient & welcoming. They have a great selection of frames for your prescription lens and get your new glasses quickly. They've taken care of our family over the years - including a diabetic child. Everybody loves him. Dr Chahine as made occasional referrals to ophthalmologists for us and the doctors he sends us to are always first rate and coordinate with Dr Chahine when ophthalmology care is needed. I can't recommend them highly enough! A wonderful community resource (treasure)!

We've been going to La Canada Eye Care when Dr. Klingerman was there. Dr. Chahine has been caring…read morefor our eyes. He is a very good doctor who listens and is responsive. Today I had an appointment and nothing has changed. Yvonne performed the specialized tests on my eyes and did so with kindness and efficiency. She also helped me select my new frames. I am glad that we here in La Canada have a fine established eye care center with very capable doctor and staff.

I should have left when there were not one, but two disgruntled customers in store present upon my…read moreinitial visit... (one with a lost contact prescription, one upset about getting pressured to buy frames) I wanted to support a local small business so I came here to get my lenses updated. One of the employees was helping swap lenses from a broken pair of glasses to my new frames, was unsuccessful, and damaged my brand new frames (that I purchased elsewhere and brought in) in the process. The owner was too busy pressuring me to buy new frames despite me saying over, and over, and OVER again that I don't need new frames. When I brought up the damage they caused, the store owner was indignant and said it was my own fault for authorizing them to work on it. For a simple service, I wasn't expecting such a chaotic atmosphere in the store and such rude service from the owner. It's really a shame. Edit: I had a good laugh reading all the 1 and 2 star reviews hidden just below the sight line. Dr. Kim is, by all accounts, a menace to Montrose. One good thing to come from this is I was so frustrated that I purchased my own optometry equipment and learned to adjust my own glasses. Rewarding!

Updating my review from a few years ago. I have learned to ask questions prior to payment (a good…read moretip anywhere you frequent). Today I had my annual eye exam. Very thorough and informative. I brought old frames (w/ progressives) I had purchased there, as well as another pair (of readers) I got last year. They were able to work with the old progressive frames (6 yrs ago) to get new lenses added. And for the readers, I shared they fell off after only a month last year and chipped. They molded them to fit better in my face and are replacing the lenses. I'm so very grateful for the time they took to ensure both pairs would work for me moving forward. Frames are getting more expensive (as well as lenses!); and I am appreciative of their service and support. Thank you!

Andre is a pro! So skilled and careful you can bring your vintage frames to him and he will work…read morewonders. A really friendly, kind hearted talent guy. We appreciate his heart of gold as well as expertise.

TERRIBLE customer service. Very disorganized, poor communication which causes such a waste of time…read more They don't bother to ever call you back or ever notify you if you order lenses with them. So frustrating. Very rude and unsympathetic female staff member regarding my order

Absolutely love this office! Between the Dr. and office staff I always feel so welcomed. I would…read morehighly recommend them.

What a local gem that I noticed while I was at CVS! I had a great experience with this…read moreoptometrist's office. Dr. Baroni is amazing! She was professional, knowledgeable, and took the time to thoroughly explain my exam and answer all of my questions. I never felt rushed, and I appreciated how attentive and patient the entire staff was from start to finish. The office was clean, well organized, and ran on time, which made the visit seamless. Also, she is honest and didn't try to up sell me on more expensive glasses or pressure me into getting additional imagining or testing if it wasn't necessary. I would highly recommend this practice to anyone looking for high-quality, thoughtful eye care.