This has been the chosen spot for my son's glasses, I will say for at least the last 8 years (is it possible it could be 10???). My son likes a specific type of look and frame and Oscar Oglethorpe is always able to accommodate. I remember the days when all frames were $150 (that's how long we've been customers). Just like everything else, there has been an increase in prices, but the customer service, quality, and materials have never been lacking (at least not for us). If you are one who prefers glasses and want to wear spectacles that are a conversation piece or you just simply want to stand out--Pop in to Oscar Oglethorpe--in there, you are sure to find something to fit the bill. read more

Oscar Oglethorpe Eyewear - Optometrists Near Me - Greensboro, North Carolina

As someone who has been a glasses wearer for all my life I think this is probably the best eyewear/optician I have ever been to.

A very special thank you for taking such good care of my mother today. We have tried many places to find a pair of glasses that will fit her small face and narrow nose bridge. We went in with low expectations because we have been striking out lately. Within 15 min we found a great looking pair of glasses that were stylish and comfortable. The lead time is quite long, but I'm hoping they get her new glasses back to her within a couple weeks. Since she had custom clip on sunglasses added they mentioned it could take 4 weeks! I hope they are wrong. I will keep you posted! Everyone is so friendly and helpful. The downtown vibe is nice as well. Great store! It is located next to Crafted. It's a little difficult to find because the signage isn't great so really pay close attention and look for the silhouette of glasses on the door. read more

All Staff Nice and Friendly Dr Melissa Heisler O.D took time to explain and she is awesome! read more

Finding new fashion glasses at Oglethorpe is a real joy. The staff is incredibly helpful in selecting possible frames and assisting in narrowing the choices down. The frame selection includes many unusual options that provide even the artiest and funkiest to express themselves. If you're more conventional like I am, you can find stylish frames to select from. I was especially grateful for our staff member for checking our insurance and finding that insurance would pay half. I highly recommend Oscar Oglethorpe Eyewear. read more

Oscar Oglethorpe Eyewear - Optometrists Near Me - Greensboro, North Carolina

Thee coolest eye exam and eyewear shopping experience I've ever had! They only stock one of each style so it's unlikely you'll bump into someone with the same ones as you - hello exclusivity! OO isn't the typical optometry office at all, and that was apparent from the moment I walked in the door. But before I get into my appointment details, I think it's worth sharing the A1 customer service I experienced while booking a visit. I submitted an appointment request online via their website, and someone called me two days later offering appointment times as soon as the next day . I also received several appointment reminders via text and an email to complete paperwork ahead of time. Another star in my book. Once I arrived, I was greeted by a staff member who had me feeling like we were longtime friends by the end of my visit - I am so bummed I forgot his name! He grabbed a file folder with my name on it, and led me over to their beautiful selection of frames. I was asked if there was any style in particular I was looking for and then given room to browse around. Another staff member, Ayannah, then approached me letting me know it was time for my exam and led me back to another part of the (huge!) office space. The machines were on a rotating table, something like I've never seen before, and Ayannah was great to chat with while also keeping things moving along. I then transitioned to another room and waiting only like 5 minutes before being seen. The optometrist came in, introduced herself, and then made a few offputting comments about my current written prescription not matching what was in my glasses. She asserted that I made an error when ordering them, which I didn't. I'm sharing this detail because it wasn't the warmest introduction - different from what I had experienced with all others, and because no one likes being talked "at" by a healthcare provider, especially one I'm meeting for the first time. She then redeemed herself by being patient in responding to all of my questions about the exam, the health of my eyes and gave recommendations on how/when I should use glasses (I have a fairly low prescription). After that, I was escorted back to the front part of the office where I was welcomed back by the first person that greeted me. He had a whole spread of glasses laid out for me to try on - felt like Christmas! This showed me that he paid attention to the styles/colors I gravitated towards while browsing and also listened when I said I was open to trying something new. After like 20+ more minutes of trying on and feeling them all out, I found a pair that I LOVE and cannot wait to pick-up. All in all, if you're looking for comprehensive eye care, stylish frames, and cool people - check out this trendy place. Oh and yes they accept insurance. read more

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I cannot believe I never review Oscar Oglethorpe! I've bought 3 or 4 pairs of glasses for myself and many more for my family. They have brands and styles that look far more expensive than they are and that you won't see anywhere else. With in-store optometrists, even during Covid, they can measure your vision and prescribe the perfect pair! They take all the time and you never feel rushed or ignored. I highly recommend Oscar Oglethorpe Eyewear for both prescription and non-prescription eyewear read more

the selection of eyeware in this place is outstanding. it was hard to select just one pair. i'm already planning on ordering more. if you like a funky and unique vibe with your glasses this may be right up your alley read more

I had the best experience here. I had put off getting an eye exam for a while but I finally did it. Everyone here was so warm and welcoming. The doctor was kind and knowledgeable and easy to talk to. I struggled with choosing which glasses I liked best so two of the employees were so excited to help me. I will continue to go here for all my eye needs. read more

I highly recommend this shop! They have some of the coolest and best options for eyewear. The staff is super friendly and they accept a lot of different insurances. I got 2 pairs of glasses and love them so much. The turn around for my frames was relatively quick as well. Love love love them! read more

I'm so grateful to have found Oscar Oglethorpe Eyewear. This is the best experience that I've ever had in an eyewear place, and I've had glasses on my face since elementary school. I'd been to a series of other optical stores, but none of them really satisfied me or met my needs. I chose Oscar Oglethorpe after receiving a series of recommendations from people. I am very happy to say that this was my experience: The reception, kindness and professionalism of the staff blew me away. When I walked in the door, I was immediately greeted by people who were glad to see me. The selection is fantastic... if you're like me, and want an "artsier" look, they offer that... if you want something more conservative, or elegant, they offer that, too. The glasses are stylish and well-made, not the cheap flimsy things that you find in run-of-the-mill optical places. The man who took care of us was extremely knowledgeable, and personally selected a selection of frames that he thought I would love. I'll never go anywhere else to purchase glasses, even if I move to another state or country. I don't think I'll go back to contact lenses either, unless I absolutely have to. The staff is awesome, and I was so happy to find a place that can meet my needs. Thank you, Oscar Oglethorpe! read more

Thorough eye exam, Dr. Heisler answered all my questions and addressed my concerns. Good selection of frames. Friendly and courteous staff.

Always awesome service with a smile and patience with trying on the huge selection of unique frames available. I love coming here for my yearly eye exams and checking out the new styles. Highly recommend you see them for all of your eye wear and contact lens needs. read more

I had an issue with my eye and the optometrist (I think) was able to get a piece of metal out of my eye. She was very sweet and was able to do it very quickly! Definitely recommend them to anyone who's looking for an optometrist! read more

Staff outstanding and helpful Great price and value proposition And I look amazing read more

This place continues to impress. The staff is always helpful and friendly, the selection offers a variety of frame styles and colors, and the pricing ($150 flat rate, lenses and frames included. tinting and other add-ons are extra) is very reasonable. Oscar Oglethorpe values its customers and makes buying glasses a better experience than it has a right to be. read more

Outstanding. Service was unparalleled. The adorable staff were eager to help without any hint of trying to upsell. Well educated & fantastic at matching eyeglasses to my facial shape and my style. Thanks Chryste. The atmosphere was clean, creative and every detail was charming right down to the magazine selection. Dr. Sullivan was articulate, fun and generous with ocular information. He wears great shoes and has good hair. read more

The staff here was friendly, professional, and knowledgeable. $150 is very affordable price for a pair of glasses. That is the same price if you're going to get prescription sunglasses. I've never gotten prescription sunglasses because I think they are expensive but I was able to get them here since the prices are reasonable. I had a really good experience with them. I did not get my eye test done here however, I brought in a pair of glasses and they took my prescription from that. My face is small so the frames that I wanted was able to be ordered in a smaller size. They gave me an estimate date when the frames would come in. After they ordered it, they called me up and I went in to get The glasses adjusted. They were patient and I did all my frames in a timely and professional manner. In addition, they provided a lens cloth as well as an eyeglass case. They have a Big box of eyeglass cases, both hard and soft cover and you can choose from different designs and pick one out that you like. The first time that I came into the store, I picked several that I liked out. They held them for me until the whole process was complete. They also have a great deal of buying five glasses and getting one free, if you purchase them within the time period of one year. I recommend this place read more

This place is easy to miss if you don't know where it is- but be sure not to miss it! I found it on Yelp and since I work nearby, I thought I'd swing by on my never ending 5 year search for new glasses. Alas, my search is over! The customer service I was given was absolutely fabulous. The girl greeted me, asked me what I was looking for and let me try on as many pairs as I want, as well as picked out frames for me. All frames are $125 (frames and lenses) so I didn't have to fuss around looking at prices- I just picked them up and put them on! What I really liked about this place is that they have a great selection of eyeglasses for people who need smaller frames. I've spent 5 years searching for glasses that fit me AND won't cost me and arm and a leg. This was the place...and the girl helping me actually picked out my glasses! I would never have picked them up myself but surprisingly I loved them! They were able to get my prescription faxed over and took my payment by phone because of bad weather. Awesome service! Update: When I called a month later and requested an itemized receipt for insurance reimbursement, Kaitlyn was on the ball. She faxed over exactly what I needed the same day! read more

I have needed new glasses for years. Took my prescription here because I had heard so many good things about it from others. The staff here are beyond awesome. Friendly, complimentary, and extremely helpful. I wanted to try something a little more stylish and funky this time with my frames. Within minutes she was handing me some of the coolest frames I had ever seen. I narrowed it down to two which were very different in style. When I asked the price I was stunned. $125! I went with both pair! I've gotten so many compliments on them. This will always be my eyeglass shop. read more

I wear contacts 99% of the time because I don't like how I look in glasses. My current pair are especially hideous, so I decided to treat myself to a new pair. I walked in unannounced and declared that I needed new frames and needed a LOT of help. Caitlin asked to see my current glasses and asked me what I disliked about them. She also asked me all about what I'd like in a new pair. She suggested a few frames, I chose a few, and on each and every pair I tried, she gave me feedback. She helped me narrow my choices down to about 10 pairs. Then she organized the 10 pairs by which pairs were similar styles. She also showed me the ones I picked that were like my current glasses and pointed out that sometimes we chose things that are familiar, even if we dislike them. She thoughtfully guided me towards three pairs that were all complete departures to what I have worn in the past. When I couldn't decide between the three, she got another employee to narrow it down to two. Then she took extremely flattering photos of me in each pair so I could see how I look in a photo. When I selected my favorite pair, she gave me direction on how to make the best use of my Optical Insurance benefit. The store is clean, neat and hip. The staff is incredibly friendly, warm and kind. The amount of time they spent with me is was unprecedented. Every pair of glasses is the exact same price, which gave me complete and total freedom to choose frames that looked great on me. For the first time in my life I cannot WAIT for my glasses to be made so I can go pick them up! read more

Cool frames. No hassle. No pressure whatsoever. Just bought my second pair of glasses. All glasses are 125 bucks so easy. Wish more folks had this business model. read more

Oscar Oglethorpe Eyewear - Cool decor inside - Optometrists Near Me - Greensboro, North Carolina

Made shopping for glasses fun. The staff actually got excited when i said, "I have noooo idea what I want" Refreshing experience...... not a purchase I was looking forward to, but enjoyed interacting with the staff! read more

I had fun at the eye doctor. Seriously. Really nice people. Not scary at all. Reversed all the bad experiences I've had with optometrists. Everything is totally transparent. It doesn't feel like they're trying to hide anything from you or pull anything over on you. Great great great. read more

The staff and dr at Oscar Oglethorpe are awesome. I got really adorable glasses for a REALLY reasonable price and the eye exam was quick and used the latest technology. I get tons of compliments on my new glasses and they were a steal for $109 and that included my exam! Really great place to go if you already know your prescription and want to pick up a second pair or if you are like me and use insurance to get the first pair and an eye exam. I will definitely be returning here! read more

Oscar Oglethorpe is one of my favorite places to visit on Elm Street! I have been wearing glasses since high school, but finding Oscar Oglethorpe has been a real game changer. Picking out glasses, even getting an eye exam, is a fun and exciting experience now! I've bought two pairs of glasses so far and get so many compliments on them. Eyeglass frames line the walls of their beautiful store and you are free to try on as many pairs as you like. Their incredible staff will help you pick out the best pair, giving you honest feedback and making sure the frames fit your face perfectly. They offer a wide range of styles and sizes of frames. In addition, they can do lens replacements, which I will soon be getting for an older pair with an outdated prescription. I have had so much fun talking to all the cool and friendly people who work there, it really takes all the stress and hassle out of finding your perfect pair of glasses! As mentioned by existing reviews, their prices cannot be beat, especially considering the personal touch of the staff and trying on the frames in store. Oscar Oglethorpe is the best place for glasses in the Triad! read more

Great customer service and selection in finding glasses! Peter made the entire experience looking for new glasses so easy! He has incredible talent for identifying the proper frames, and does it very quickly! Within 15 minutes, he brought me several pair of glasses to try on and found the perfect pair! It really was that easy. And the pricing at this store is very reasonable! Thanks Peter! read more

This has been, by far, the best experience when it comes to purchasing Rx lenses. The staff was friendly, knowledgeable and the product was of high quality. For the first time ever, I felt like I was getting a fair deal. On top of that, I LOVE my new glasses. read more

I seriously have no idea how a glasses-buying experience could be any better. I loved every single thing about coming to Oscar Oglethorpe. I admit that I chose to check them out solely because they were in this summer's Downtown Greensboro Passport Program (a little booklet where you got stamps from all the participating businesses you visited). I walked in on September 16 -- easy to remember because it was during Pride -- and asked about setting up an appointment. The earliest they could fit me in was October 4. I'm mentioning the dates for two reasons: first, in case it's helpful to know that they may be booked two to three weeks out, and second, because the passport program ended September 30, so I was concerned that they wouldn't stamp me, since I wasn't going to be fulfilling the terms of the Oscar Oglethorpe stamp until after the program was through. But no, Rachel the Eyewear Ace (that's her actual title, according to her business card) was happy to stamp my passport then and there. October 4, I came back and saw the optometrist, Dr. Aziem. She was knowledgeable, sociable, informative, and patient, and best of all, she didn't make me dilate my eyes that day. Yay. Don't tell her, but I plan to put that off as long as I can. I'm squeamish about anything eye-related: drops, air puffs, that really bright light they use, that one tool that comes up suuuuuper-close to your eyeball, everything. And although the dilation was the only one I didn't have to confront that day, Dr. Aziem was great about everything. When we got to the part where she gave me different-strength lenses to compare ("What's clearer? A or B? A or B?" Everyone who wears glasses knows what I'm talking about), and we'd settled on a lens, she showed me what my current prescription looked like through the lenses again and confirmed that this looked better. It's a small thing, but I'm not sure I remember an eye doctor going back and giving me a direct comparison between the old and new prescriptions before. Choosing frames was fun, too. They have a huge variety of styles, and they're only loosely organized, with somewhat conservative looks at one end and flashier ones at the other. This is a new organization, by the way -- they set it up that way between the day I made my appointment and the day I came in for it. One section is for particularly large and particularly small frames. Another is for sunglasses, but the sunglass frames can also be used with clear lenses. I picked a bunch out for myself, and a couple of employees did, as well. Rachel sat down with me for probably ages as I went through all my frames in front of the mirror. She had found a pair similar to one I'd been looking at in one of their magazines, and although I wavered between that and one other pair for a very long time, it's the one I went with. As others have mentioned, they have a flat rate for a pair of frames plus lenses, but it's currently $150 (I see it used to be less, based on other reviews). I'm approaching middle age, and my eyes are feeling it, so I needed special lenses to help my weakening reading vision. That added to my total. Instead of progressive lenses, though, they recommended something called "relaxed" lenses, which have a way of relaxing the eye to make transitions between seeing far away and seeing near easier for the eye muscles. Still delaying those progressives. They estimated two weeks for the glasses to come in, but it only took a week. Rachel helped me pick out a case and worked out the frames' fit a bit. After I went home, I noticed they pinched a little but gave them some time to see if I'd get used to it. After waiting a week or so, I basically had a sore at the tip of one of the arms. So of course I went back in, and they happily and attentively adjusted it for me, making sure it didn't get bent too far the other way, making them too loose. Adjustments like that are free, of course. The lenses, however, have been perfect, and transitioning to a new prescription has never been easier on the eyes for me. (Granted, my distance prescription changed very little since my last pair, so that might have helped, too. My near vision changed a ton, though.) Everything about Oscar Oglethorpe is a dream. I've never been to an eyewear store that has been so funky, so friendly, and so affordable all at once. I've had two out of three. I've never had all three. read more

Best Place in town to get glasses. I love the staff and the Doctor. I always have fun when I go there for a check up or a new pair of frames. Rachel and the other girls are always so helpful and they will help you find the best frames for you. read more

Love, Love, Love this place! Oscar Oglethorpe is a breath of fresh air after buying glasses from my chain store optometrist for the past few years. Not only is the selection super charming... so are the prices. Seriously, $125 for any pair in the store! They were very accommodating when scheduling my eye exam, and worked with my insurance to ensure I was getting the best deal possible. During my eye exam, my equally charming sales specialist pulled a large selection of frames for me to choose from, based on my style preferences. She had a whole table laid out with what must be the best frame selection in Greensboro. And... she was right on the money with her selections. The issue wasn't finding a pair I liked, it was finding a pair I didn't. Also, look no more for amazing prescription sunglasses. They can make any pair in the store into prescription sunglasses for, you guessed it... $125! I'm on my second pair of everyday frames and my first pair of sunglasses. Family friendly, Fun, Affordable and incredibly cute. You can't go wrong with Oscar Oglethorpe. read more

I loved my experience here today! The eye exam was very thorough and professional. Once the time came to choose frames, I chose a few and then the staff helped me to determine which looked the best on me but still provided the functionality of a bifocal. I drove ninety minutes each way and filed out of network insurance based on recommendations and will gladly drive another three hours round trip to retrieve the glasses when ready. Hopefully they'll soon be in-network and I can get new frames annually. Highly recommended!! read more

This is a great place to get glasses, especially if you want a good value on glasses you can actually try on (rather than going online!). They have a good selection of metal and plastic frames that are all young and fresh looking. For $125, you can choose any frame and get lenses included. They also have a great one-year protection plan for only $25! I haven't found a better deal on glasses that I could try on before I bought them. The customer service was also excellent. I will definitely go back for my next pair of glasses or prescription sunglasses. read more

I've never loved having to go to the eye doctor. Until now! I LOVE this place. From the minute I walked in the door the employees made me feel like I was priority number one! I probably picked 50 pairs of glasses and no one batted an eye (so I don't recommend this... but if you must) I finally decided on a pair and was given the ok by all of the employees (thankfully because I'm SO indecisive!) I got an eye exam, a year's worth of contacts AND a pair of glasses for under $300. I cannot rave about the employees, optometrists, or prices enough. Seriously, this place is amazing! Go check out Greensboro before or after your appointment. I promise you will not regret it!!! read more

Went with my husband to purchase some glasses. The staff was very helpful, especially for the associate helping us - KiKi. Good price!

So, so, sooooooo good! Never had such a positive experience with an optician/eyeglass place in my life! Amazing staff, good selection, couture space, with prices that Walmart can barely touch. A true gem in the heart of Downtown Greensboro... Went in for an exam + one pair, leaving with three for half the price of my old lenses! The staff radiates positive energy and helpfulness. They were proactive in verifying my insurance ahead of time and then immediately let me know (before I showed up) that there was a glitch with VSP. A quick call cleared it up, and it was nice knowing that when I showed up, all the details were taken care of. The exam was straightforward, but the optometrist troubleshooted a long standing issue I've had with contacts (after having LASIK three times, I guess my corneas are flat!) The "behind the eyeball" test (I'm sure there's a more scientific name for it) was kind of cool to view, since it does look like the glowing insides of a beach ball. Thought it was pretty cool that they even offered to email me a copy of it should I want it framed as an avante garde ocular photograph. :) Afterwards, several staff helped picked out frames to try on, and I ended up choosing one that I probably wouldn't have on my own. Will be replacing the lenses on my existing Dior frames for under $100 (a killer deal) and going back to purchase a pair of Rx sunglasses since the prices are truly a bargain. You really can't go wrong with this place... ten stars all the way! read more

If I had the option on here to give them no stars, I would. Their staff makes things really weird and awkward for you. When I first walked in and filled out paperwork, it was fine. But the lady that took me to the room was very awkward. She would ask questions and I answered, but the weird part was how she talked back and she stared and paused a lot after my answers. I can get past that though. The worst part of this one and only visit there was that I paid out of pocket because I have no insurance. Which is fine by me as long as I get an updated prescription. When I was in the room with the lady, she asked me what my current prescription was and I told her. I know exactly what my prescription is because I get a new prescript Every single year. Once it has been an entire year, I get a new prescription. I have been doing this for over 10 years. Every year I get my eyes checked, the prescription changes. I know that my vision gets worse and needs to be updated. When I told her what my current prescription was. She leaned in to the room where the optometrist was and told her what it was. When I was in the room with the optometrist, she tested my eyes but was not able to help me find a new prescription. The numbers she came up with were the same exact as I had before I went in for the visit. And I know for a fact that my vision has gotten worse. Road signs were getting blurry. I was having trouble reading them. They were not clear. Things on my laptop weren't clear. Yet somehow she came up with the same prescription number. I actually decided to write this review because of how pissed I am of me having blurry vision staring at my laptop. When I told her I don't see how I can still have the same prescription number as I did a year ago, she didn't have an answer. And I know at a certain age your eyes can stop getting worse. But if I can notice a difference as to when I had originally gotten this prescription, then its obviously worse and I need a NEW prescription. I really wish I could get my money back. I was so pissed but I didn't know what I could say or do at that point. read more

Every time i go in the store i am always greeted by awesome people who are eager to help. today i went into the store to get some lenses replaced for some old glasses and the lady took wonderful care of me. We fooled around a little with some of the frames in the store. I love going there and looking at the new designs and trying them on. this is already my second time in the store and I will continue going back there to have them service both my sunglasses and my eye glasses. 2 thumbs up! read more

Wow! Love the frame selection that Oscar Oglethorpe has to offer- I shopped around a lot before purchasing frames and found the most distinctive, fun, and fashionable frames at Oscar Oglethorpe. I love their affordable no-fuss pricing! I could almost purchase 2 or 3 frames for the price that eye doctor would have charged me. The employees were so friendly and personable and gave great feedback when I was deciding which frames I wanted to purchase. If you live in the Greensboro/Winston-Salem area, and choose to purchase glasses anywhere besides Oscar Oglethorpe, you're just making a silly decision. read more

This is truly an extraordinary eyewear shop. The stock is terrific and the staff truly goes above and beyond to help their customers. I had an exceptionally good experience, and have been recommending this shop to friends all over the country who might be visiting NC. I wandered into Oscar Oglethorpe while visiting Greensboro and was immediately smitten with their collection of classic and unique glasses. Unfortunately I was in town on a very short visit and didn't have a current eyeglass prescription. They helped me find a local optometrist, got my lenses cut in just a couple days, and really took the time to make sure they were fitted properly. Over the course of my several visits, the staff spent literally HOURS helping me--and always with a smile. Plus, because all the glasses were so inexpensive, I got three pairs! read more