A first visit charges $120 extra for a contact lens evaluation, no matter how long you have been…read morewearing them. Each additional year has an $80 charge for contacts. This is a total ripoff. Unless there is a very great need, measuring for contact lenses is very little extra labor. Training for first timers could take a little time. But there's no need to charge again.

Overall great experience. Doctors were very attentive and…read moreaddressed all our questions and needs. I came here with my mother - who had an eye exam here. They treated my mother (who is older and does not speak English) with empathy, and understood what she articulated well. The staff was great helping my mother with testing and also helped her with glasses. When I checked in - they went through insurance coverage with us and everything was clearly explained.

They saw me right on schedule and were quick with results. The doctor ended up sharing results with…read morea doctor at Beth Israel who wanted to see me. They're friendly, the place is clean and they were quick with results. Highly recommend this place for eye exams. Although if it's something more serious, which was my case, I would recommend going to Mass Eye and Ear or Beth Israel (in my case) where I saw Dr. Jorge Arroyo.

This review is for the Chestnut hill location Appalling…read moremoney grabbing scheme We came in to get our glasses upgraded to a new prescription , 2 for my daughter and 3 for me . We started out with my daughter's prescription and the frames we already have . They had our insurance information (VSP signature) All we needed was basic lenses for her school -1.00 polycarbonates R &L , nothing fancy put into new frames we just bought abroad. The optometrist wrote a whole bunch of things on his pad which amounted to a over 500$ - and it would take 14+ days at least because it's VSP . Now mind you this is not my first time getting glasses and we always bought frames had exam and had our glasses made for under 100-200$ with our insurance. This time we did not even need frames or exam !! I asked about what savings are there with VSP and he answered that it's like a coupon , they give discounts for add ons But the price of over 500$ without frames or exam for basic lenses for simple myopia sounded ludicrous. Description as follows Frame - Patient Frame Lens R/L- Any Single Vision (Lab Choice) - 80$ each Crizal ROCK with UV (AR Coating D) 205$ Custom Measurements & Edge SV 60$ Grooved 50$ SV scratch & warranty service 33$ And I was told this is the basic stuff , first off Crizal Rock is not basic and with my insurance should have been about 50$ if covered at all The coating is already scratch resistant so $33 was just double charge for same thing on top of 200$ they should not have offered to begin with Now I needed to have 4 more frames done so that would be 2400$ And mind you This was the basic stuff according to them . There was nothing cheaper I called VSP and realize that this EYESPOT are scamming by price gouging and adding totally uncalled for and unnecessary add ons . VSP savings on one prescription ended up being too small and out of pocket cost was close to 300$ for just one simple pair of glasses -1.00 both eyes ! I was outraged I called morning of next day , I said I want to cancel order ASAP , The secretary said that they needed to speak with their optometrist and they will call back They didn't , 2 hours later I called again asking for refund and my frames back , again I was told the same BS to which I replied I will come in person , only then did a manager magically appeared and told the secretary to tell me that it's too late to cancel as they charged the VSP ! I called VSP they said they received nothing and they called the store just to be told it's the store policy that they do not cancel orders even ones placed less than 20 hours prior I made a formal complaint with VSP that I want to go elsewhere and to put stop payment on the claim , which they agreed to Later In the store the manager gave us hassle that they won't refund the FSA for the remaining sum, to which we said we already called FSA to put a stop payment on this "purchase" They refunded FSA only at that point And they had trouble finding the frames we left with them just 20 hours prior, then another BS story about them getting charged by VSP if we are refunded . Followed by a weird sales pitch that they care so much about us they will give us discount at next visit The place is for sad suckers , because it's chestnut hill they know they will get away with anything and seeing how arrogant they are it seems they do It's not the last complaint I ll be filing to get people aware of the scam ***Update 9/11 - manager named Will offered to discuss my "grievances" on the phone , said he wants to understand my frustrations. Make it worth while I responded that I want nothing to do with this business and I spoke to VSP and that I can now go elsewhere to get my glasses. To which he responded that he will write here that my entire description to what occurred is "totally false!" This despite having ( 2 witnesses ) a record of calls , conversations , and documents. And the mere fact that he is even contacting me is evidence that there is something wrong with this entire situation . He mentioned that if I post about this business further I will be liable as I am " threatening the business" which imo deserves even more exposure after this unexpected conversation. There's something extremely wrong when a business privately texts your number instead of simply responding to a review UPDATE # 3 - 9/21 : Clearly "manager" has difficulty with reading comprehension , I never claimed out of pocket cost was 500$. I called VSP because the proposed price seemed outrageous and the OUT OF P COST WAS A PERCENTAGE OF THIS PREPOSTEROUS COST ! The entire response of the "manager" again is a complete lie .THEY REFUSED TO REFUND OUR HEALTH SAVINGS ACCOUNT UNTILL WE CAME TO THE STORE AND TOLD THEM WE WILL CONTEST THE CHARGE ! STAY AWAY FROM THIS SOREYE! THE ONE STAR REVIEWS ARE SPOT ON . Lastly we went elsewhere & got glasses for 50$ out of pocket cost , that's less than 1/5 the price of this SCAM central

Very professional and careful service. Convenient location in the arcade in Coolidge Corner.read more

What a remarkable business! Joanie answers the phone, books the appointments and helps customers…read moreevery step along the way to getting just the right pair of glasses. Dr Lahker does the exam with efficiency and thoroughness. The office is quiet and calm and very well run. I have taken my family there for years and think of Arcade Optical as my go-to place for vision.

Extremely Disappointing After 10 Years…read more I've been a customer of Pro Optical for nearly a decade, but this latest experience was unacceptable and ended any future business with them. Despite my insurance covering services, I was billed extra fees just to receive a prescription and for services clearly marked as included. I ordered glasses and specifically requested they use my current prescription. The doctor had provided a placeholder for a stronger option, but I told the associate I did not want to use that for at least one pair. They ignored my request and ordered the glasses with the stronger prescription anyway. My wife returned the glasses on my behalf and explained the mistake. They dismissed her and insisted the order was correct. I couldn't get there myself without taking time off work, so I waited until my next appointment. When I explained the issue in person, I was told flatly: "That's your problem." I was stunned. No accountability. No apology. No interest in fixing their error. This business prioritizes billing over patient care. After 10 years, they showed no regard for loyalty or basic customer service. Avoid Pro Optical and take your business somewhere that values its patients.

Dr. Cheryl DePaolo Jost is one of the most honest and dedicated health professionals I have ever…read moremet. They are committed to the well-being of all their patients and go above and beyond every single time. I have been seeing Dr. Jost for years and look forward to seeing her for many years to come.

I love this shop. I've been getting my glasses here for years after having a bad experience with…read morelens crafters. (Constant headaches.) I admit to being the customer from hell. I like to try on every pair in the shop, then decide on the first ones I tried. Chris and his mother, who runs the Newton shop, are amazingly kind and patient. Recently I broke the frames on my prescription sunglasses. I didn't need new lenses. Chris knows his stock very well and quickly found me several pairs that were a perfect fit for my lenses. A week later I decided that I should have bought different frames and without so much as an eye roll he started to make the change when I realized I was being a jerk. All these months of quarantine have left me with gray hair and pale skin. I wasn't going to like anything I saw in the mirror. I stopped him before could do the work of reshaping the frames I had and adjusting the different ones. If he ever decides to get out of the glasses business, he should consider a career as a therapist. Quarantine psychology aside, they have a huge selection of very nice frames. I've been tempted by all the tv and on-line ads for what I call McFrames, some of which look pretty nice, but I wouldn't give up the personal treatment, professionalism, and wise advice at Focal Point. As a bonus, you'll know you are supporting a neighborhood business. There are precious few locally owned stores these days, and they are what turns a shopping area into a community.

I got really good glasses styling advice from the owner. He suggested some frames that I never…read morewould have thought of myself, and I got them. I have gotten so many compliments!

I've been going to Vision North for the past two years now and it's the first eye doctor where I…read morehave never, ever, dreaded an appointment. Cayla Bergstrom is a big reason for that as she is by far the best doctor I've seen. She's incredibly patient, kind, and understanding especially since I have sensitivity with any liquids near my eyes -- I'm sure I don't make eye exams easy but her calming effect always makes me feel more confident. The two ladies working at the front desk are also exceptionally welcoming and do a great job to always make sure I don't want my eyes dilated, which I appreciate. Just about the best staff out there. Ten stars!

Amazing experience, fair prices and excellent eye doctors. Dr. Kayla is an amazing doctor and I…read morerecommend her highly! Kayla at the front desk is a welcoming presence and really enhanced the experience for me! I would definitely recommend getting your eye care done here!

I had gone to General Optical many years ago and was very satisfied. The staff has changed. I…read morebought glasses and got sunglasses to go with them. In order to put the sunglasses on your must take off your glasses and use both hands. Obviously this cannot be done when you are driving a car. If I had been warned I would not have bought them. Genevieve C.

Dr. Klaahsen is fantastic!! Here's why. It had been about 7 years since my last eye exam and I…read moregenerally viewed these interactions as transactional until I met her. She explained to me the importance of eye care in a super loving way and walked me through everything she was doing and why. She uses state of the art tech and actually teaches you about your eyes. Dr. Klaahsen really took the time to find the right contacts for me and WHOA...I didn't realize how much I couldn't see anything before! That's a long story BUT the point is that Dr. Klaahsen is a great Doctor. She really cares about her people in a way you don't often get from physicians. The staff is really helpful and inviting when you walk in. I can't recommend Dr. Klaahsen enough! If you don't go to her...switch. It's totally worth it.

Dr. Le is fantastic and knows her field very well. I am so happy she has her own company and office…read morenow. Dr. Le takes the time to answer all questions whether they are small or big. She really examines and tried to identify all issues and calms your worries. She is passionate, knowledgeable, and very friendly. You will feel very comfortable for your vision exams. Her team is great and theres plenty of parking downstairs.

Let me begin by thanking the previous reviewers because their feedback helped me decide to visit…read moreDr. Le last month. My family and I have been seeing the same optometrist in a nearby town for over 20 years. However, some recent experiences left me wanting to try someone else. I am so glad I made the decision to visit Dr. Le. In my first visit, she examined my eyes and found a condition that can lead to a retina tear. Dr. Le helped me get an appointment with a highly regarded ophthalmic practice. An ophthalmologist addressed the issue the same day. The ophthalmologist told me that I probably had the condition for around two years based on the scar tissue. He gave Dr. Le (who he doesn't know) a lot of credit for identifying a barely visible problem. He said that he could have missed it himself. Beyond the eye issue, Dr. Le was very thorough in examining my eyes, filling my prescriptions, and fitting me for the best glasses and contact lens. She is friendly, explains things effectively, and provides compassionate eye care. I would highly recommend Dr. Le to my family, friends, and anyone who is looking for an optometrist.