These chaps have been in business on the corner for as long as I've lived in the area. They are one…read moreof the last of the independent optometrists in Auckland. They have a great range of glasses frames in stock - I just ordered some very cool Ted Baker ones. They are relaxed, personal and take an interest in what you do so they can personalise the experience. I've recommended Harrison and Graham to many friends and colleagues.

I'm a big fan of avoiding chain stores where possible, and this is an example of a local business…read morewhere staff actually remember who you are from visit to visit and they take the time to properly explain what your eye test has shown and what that means, etc . Have heard one too many stories about negative experiences at chain optometrists. Harrison and Graham has been in Ponsonby for years and has a good range of frames, including frames for all your hipster needs. They've got a bunch of sweet sunnies as well that can have prescription lenses put in them The prices for eye tests are reasonable, and the staff are generally up for a good yarn. Super cute range of kids frames, just as an aside (including some very excellent kids sunnies that made me wish i actually had a kid to put them on...).

Friendly and consistent service as usual!!!The team here at New Market are the bestread more

Specsavers really has made eye health more affordable I think when compared to independent…read moreoptometrists or OPSM. They have really great pricing and often deals on eye exams and they use up to date testing methods and state of the art machines to ensure that you are getting the best possible service. They don't just check your prescription here but also your health which they can tell from looking at the back of your eyeball. They can tell you if you have diabetes even. I went for an eye exam here a few months back and was impressed with the service overall. Of course they wanted to sell me glasses of which I must say they have really good deals and pricing on frames but I did not want to buy my frames from here. Last time I went to OPSM and took my own frames in and they put my lenses in them for me. If you are wanting to do something similar and not buy their frames then I would go elsewhere (which I did) because they will not give you your prescription, even though that is the service you paid for because they want you to buy their glasses. Fair enough I suppose but then I was told they do not guarantee workmanship on glasses they put lenses into, even though it is them putting the lenses in. If I buy Tom Ford or Gucci frames, the quality is going to be better than anything they sell there so I don't know why they don't guarantee their own work, makes me doubt their service to be honest. If you want your actual prescription so you can buy glasses online as I do, then go to an optometrist that is more service than retail. What Specsavers do have which is good is for contact lenses wearers like myself, if you buy from them they give you a free eye exam a year, that is good. I took them up on that.

Got an eye exam done. Was fast and professional. 20% discount for students when it came to buying…read moremy glasses which was cool. The eye exam was FREE for students which made my day.

The best place to buy your sunglasses in Auckland, period…read more Sunglass Bar is an independently owned retail store (two locations - Vulcan Lane and Newmarket) and the owner, Sherry, really knows her stuff - she's been doing this for over 16 years.. Sherry will help find a pair of frames that suit your face and style. The store stocks well known luxury brands such as Tom Ford, Gucci, Dior, Marc Jacobs, Dita, Karen Walker and more. They'll also happily repair sunglasses, replace glass and tighten screws (often free of charge). Excellent service and always with a smile. Definitely bounds above more commercial stores like Sunglass Hut.