Absolutely the best place for eyewear in Orange County! I discovered I needed reading glasses at 50 and searched everywhere--from high-end boutiques to Costco--but nothing compared to Salt Optometry in Newport Beach. Their service is top-notch, their selection is stylish, and their attention to detail is next-level. When they noticed a tiny fog on my lenses during a tune-up, they ordered me a new set--no hesitation, no hassle. That's real customer care! Huge thanks to Ryan for guiding me through every step with patience and style. If you want quality glasses and an incredible experience, go to Salt Optometry--you won't regret it! read more

Salt Optometry - My Artie's! Love them. Get yourself a pair today! - Optometrists Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Thank you Dr Semino, my new favorite optometrist. I was so impressed by your knowledge, along with the care and time you gave me. Thank you too to Brice and Ryan for making all the arrangements and the good advice. Everyone here is as fantastic as the eyewear! read more

Salt Optometry is the rare medical office that makes you forget you are there to have bright lights shined directly into your eyeballs. Dr. Semino is the kind of doctor you hope for but rarely find. Sharp, thorough, and able to explain what is happening with your eyes in a way that feels reassuring rather than overwhelming. Case in point, she discovered a cataract in my right eye that had set up camp and that I thought was something completely different. Not exactly the souvenir I was hoping for, but I am grateful it was caught. Better to discover it under expert care than squinting at street signs wondering when the world switched to soft focus. Bryce and Ryan deserve their own spotlight. They are welcoming without being over the top, efficient without feeling rushed, and somehow manage to make all the pre testing equipment feel less like a NASA launch sequence and more like part of a well run pit stop. The entire team has that effortless confidence that makes you feel like you are in very good hands. The office itself is clean, modern, and thoughtfully designed. It feels more boutique than clinical, but still professional and polished. The turntable is an added bonus! If you are looking for an optometry practice that combines expertise, personality, and an experience that is actually pleasant, Salt Optometry is it. Clear vision, proactive care, and a team that helps you face unexpected news with confidence. And if you happen to leave with a wink and a follow up plan instead of anxiety, even better. read more

It was my first visit. Dr. Semino's staff is awesome. Very chill down to earth gentlemen. They made me feel like we were besties. Realñly cool . Dr. Semino has a beautiful aura about her. She made me feel relaxed. She is very patient, takes her time and answered all my questions. She was amazing and professional. I would definitely recommend SALT OPTOMETRY to everyone. Thank you guys for the great service and experience. read more

The whole experience at Salt Optometry was excellent from start to finish. Dr. Semino is relaxed and very professional. All of my questions and option were answered. I highly recommend Salt Optometry. read more

Dr. Semino, Ryan, and Bryce are absolute pros with each step in the process. In addition to top notch clinical / technical skills this team exudes care and empathy for their patients. PS the SALT eye styles rock too! read more

Came for an annual eye exam, and the staff were all very welcoming and friendly. The doctor seemed very knowledgeable and was efficient with her exam. The staff afterward assisted me in finding frames within my insurance and helping to fit my face shape. Would recommend! read more

Big thumbs up for Salt Optometry! I was coming to Ziggys for years but the staff at Salt reached out to introduce themselves and reminded me of my need to renew prescription. The store had a nice face lift with a great selection of glasses. Dr. Semino is great at what she does. The staff was helpful in setting everything up and assisting with glasses order. read more

The best customer service! Specifically, Ryan was super friendly and helpful. I was ecstatic to find a pair of sunglasses (amber-colored frame, gray lenses) that I had seen before but couldn't find despite stopping in dozens of stores. The selection here is amazing for sunglasses - and for regular glasses too. Highly recommend! read more

These guys are the best. A few months ago I bought a pair of Vuarnet Glacier glasses. They come with a few extra parts specific to the model. Well, I keep losing them and they just keep ordering me new parts that they absolutely REFUSE to charge me for. Their selection of glasses isn't huge, but it's brilliantly curated, specializing in the few remaining INDEPENDENT brands not snapped up by Luxottica, a huge vertically integrated, utterly soulless Italian corporation. Here's the piece Sixty Minutes did on Luxottica a while ago: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=gDdq2rIqAlM There's nothing generic about SALT, and you can be certain that you won't come out of there looking like everyone else. read more

Dr. Cara Semino is courteous, friendly and professional. She took the time to examine my eyes, which happen to have a complicate problem, patiently explained everything to me. An absolute pleasure having her as both of my husband and my doctor. Highly recommended with no reservation. She speaks well for S,A.L.T read more

I can't give enough kudos to the entire team! Such a wonderful experience. The office is conveniently located with a bunch of parking. The office is modern and clean. I was promptly greeted when arrived. Dr. Semino is very pleasant and knowledgeable. She was able to get me seeing better in no time. They also have a great selection of fashionable frames. I highly recommended SALT. read more

The team inside this place is incredible. They are always so upbeat and so willing to help!

We had an emergency a few weeks ago. My adult son called me and he had scratched his cornea in his sleep. He couldn't open his eyes. It was a Saturday. I was on the phone for an hour calling every eye doctor I could find. No one was in on a Saturday. I had experienced this before and know that the emergency room cannot help with this issue. Finally one doctor's office suggested that I call an optometrist. I called Salt Optometry. Dr Semino was ready to leave for the day. She said she would wait for us. She is so kind and knowledgeable. She was able to help my son with eye drops and a special contact. He was out of excruciating pain within minutes. I feel so blessed that we were able to find Dr. Semino. I highly recommend her for your eye care needs. I went to her after that for an eye exam and new glasses. She is an excellent eye doctor. I highly recommend her. The staff is very friendly and helpful with all your eye glass needs as well. Thank you Dr. Semino. You are a Godsend! read more

Dr. Cara Semino took the time to really discuss and explain all my options and has delivered the best prescription and the sharpest vision I've had in many years. I trust her completely and highly recommend her. From excellent communication to the delivery of the perfect glasses and contacts, it has been a 5-star experience. And they handled the vision insurance claims, SALT Optometry is a wonderful addition to our little island village. read more

My husband and I have been visiting Ziggy's Optometry for over a decade, and look forward to our annual checkups every year! Ziggy's Optometry is organized, efficient, friendly, and super service-oriented. Really appreciate their flexible hours (Saturday hours are so hard to come by for health providers) and attention to detail. Bonus: you can always count on Dr. Chen for some delicious food recs! :) read more

Love ziggy's. Everyone that works here is awesome. ( Dr. Chen, Rene & Jose) I recently got Lasik and experienced what seems to feel nothing short of a miracle. If it wasn't for the ziggy's team I don't think I could have built the courage to undergone the procedure. ( Dr. Tooma) They were all emotionally supportive and explained in details what to expect. pre op lasik- The doctor examined everything in detail again. The awesome Dr. Chen also helped me set realistic expectations with my procedure. She was very easy to talk to and never rushed me out her office. (I ask allot of questions) The 2 men ( Renee & Jose) also answered all my questions about the procedure and assured me I'm in good hands. They shared personal experiences and stories they saw first hand. That was very reassuring for me. I don't want this review to be about my Lasik experience so I will fast forward to what happens after. Post Lasik- Doctor examined again. In detail and explained what to expect in the near future. Made me feel extremely safe and cared for. 3 months and 6 Months check up; Came in for a check up. My eyes are still adjusting from the surgery. Dr. Chen recommended I get glasses for night time driving as my vision adjusts. Rene help me pick out a pair of glasses. Was very patient with me as made my selection. Rene has a gift for this type of work. This was not my first glasses here. I actually have been cominghere for over 10 years now. Through out the years Rene has helped with multiple pairs of awesome solution to my glasses needs. Prior to my surgery I had a high stigmatism I needed "special glasses" which Rene took pride in helping me with. Jose has also been extremely helpful. When picking up glasses he always makes sure I'm happy with my selection and always makes minor adjustments and tweaks as needed. Jose also helps with great enthusiasm as do all ziggy's team members. I couldn't be happier with the excellent service and attention to details I have received here. Dr Chen, Rene & Jose are extremely helpful and very knowledgeable. If anyone is in need of a new place to care for your eyes look no further. read more

Salt Optometry - Picking up my new glasses with my twin. - Optometrists Near Me - Newport Beach, California

Went in today just to pick out frames, but ended up purchasing lenses as well for both specs and SG!! They take VSP ins but their SALT lenses and products were fairly priced too. Ryan helped us today and he was amazing! No pressure, let us shop and try stuff on, offered opinions that were helpful and was no BS with pricing everything out. Top notch experience & customer service was on point! Thanks for your help Ryan! Can't wait to pick them up~Garrett & Jenn read more

We brought our daughter here for her first eye exam (6 years old). The entire experience could not have been better. They have an excellent selection of glasses too that I haven't seen anywhere else. Highly recommended read more

It was my first time trying SALT sunglasses and I was really impressed with their unique style frames and level of craftsmanship. I would absolutely recommend visiting them if you are in the market for quality eyewear. read more

Dr. Chen is brilliant! She was well informed and knowledgeable in discussing my options to see both near and far, while navigating seasonal eye allergies. She clearly cares and takes time to listen and understand how to best correct vision and consider patient preferences. The crew at Ziggy's is exceptionally helpful in selecting eyeglasses...and they are contracted with the top eye insurance plans. read more

My wife and I have been coming here for years and we used to love this place, the old staff was so friendly and on top of things. This place when downhill fast! This used to be fantastic until it got bought out. Now it's a franchise with terrible service. This is what happens when you loose the personal feel with a true doctor. Sad to see this happen. read more

Dr. Semino is the best. She's calm, informative, and knows exactly what she's doing. The office is clean and friendly and I will be coming here from now on. Thank you! read more

Super visit today. Doctor and staff provided thorough and complete customer service. Great selection, they really don't try to upsell. Will certainly go again when I need any other optometry services. Keep up the good work read more

Salt Optometry - Got my glasses. I was looking for a specific design and look and ziggys was able to provide that. Can't thank them enough. Thanks doc - Optometrists Near Me - Newport Beach, California

I just completed my first of three RF treatments for dry eyes at SALT Optometry in Newport Beach. The place is beautiful with a great selection of SALT glasses and other brands. Even better was all the staff there. Jessica is so great and goes out of her way to make you feel welcome. There truly is a chill, friendly but highly professional vibe there. I saw Dr. Semino for my procedure. She was super friendly, thorough and informative. I'm excited to complete the three procedures, they are actually very relaxing, and get some relief from my dry eyes, and hopefully stimulate some nice collagen at the same time! I don't live too close to Newport but it's worth the drive! read more

My family and I were out spending the day at Huntington Beach on vacation swimming and playing and a large wave knocked my husband's glasses off in the water never to be seen again. He literally cannot see without his glasses and we were in a bit of a panic seeing as how it was around 4:30 pm and things were all closing. We visited 2 other stores that couldn't help us before we ran into Ziggy's. The man was so incredibly kind and amazing, we are still blown away. He provided my husband with a weeks worth of contacts and a kit with contact solution all without an appointment WHILE being harassed on the phone by a woman who didn't like one of their policies. My husband didn't even have a current prescription to share with him. I wish we would have gotten his name, but this man saved us. We had an 8 hour road trip ahead of us the next day and work to return to after that. The world needs more amazing people like this in it. We are so grateful! read more

I love Ziggy's Optometry's service and customer care from the minute you enter through the door. Dr. Yau-Ru Chen and her staff are warm, welcoming and you receive the best exam from Dr. Yau-Ru Chen. She is not only the most knowledgeable doctor but also cares for each patient. I have been a customer for over twenty six years starting with Ziggy and now with Dr. Chen. Both my husband and I highly recommend Ziggy's Optometry. read more

I just completed my first of three RF treatments for dry eyes at SALT Optometry in Newport Beach. The place is beautiful with a great selection of SALT glasses and other brands. Even better was all the staff there. Jessica is so great and goes out of her way to make you feel welcome. There truly is a chill, friendly but highly professional vibe there. I saw Dr. Semino for my procedure. She was super friendly, thorough and informative. I'm excited to complete the three procedures, they are actually very relaxing, and get some relief from my dry eyes, and hopefully stimulate some nice collagen at the same time! I don't live too close to Newport but it's worth the drive! read more

I had not been to an Optometrist in couple of years, so my insurance allowed me to go to Ziggy's. I found them very professional and used up to date equipment that I had never seen before. I would recommend them to anyone. read more

The staff was very knowledgeable and had great customer service. They got me in and out within 30 minutes. My glasses were ready in 3 days! Both the gentlemen there were very helpful when picking out my frames. Thanks Ziggy's read more

Very personalized service and amazing care and recommendations to get once best vision with many options recommended I can see best I have every seen read more

There is no more Dr Chen there and they just offered me an appointment for an eye exam two weeks out. Will not be using Ziggys anymore.

Be advised! This is not the Ziggys of old. All is gone including Dr Chen. Sad to see a great business go away. This new group is a mess. 2 weeks to get an eye exam....go figure. read more

I got some really cute glasses here a few years ago that I really love. My hubs just had an eye exam here and he purchased some new sunglasses. They come out perfectly and he will actually wear them instead of driving into the sun squinting. LOL. I'm planning to get my next eye exam here & I'll probably get my new frames here as well. Nice doc and the guy who works in the office is nice also. Don't forget to say "hi" to Meatball while you are there. Meatball had on the cutest doggie Tutu while we were there! read more

Quality frames and experienced professionals. They provide a high quality lens. I have purchased product from department stores and big box discount stores, and there is no comparison in quality, style, and fit. read more

This was THE BEST EXPERIENCE I've had with a new physician. I felt immediately at ease with the entire staff, and they made me feel as if I've been going to them for years. The office was super clean, bright, friendly and felt warm and inviting. They are doing a wonderful job maintaining cleanliness, spacing appointments, checking temps and wearing masks. I can not say enough amazing things about this practice , and I will continue to come here for years and recommend them to everyone I know!! Thanks for the fantastic experience!!!! They also have a great selection of frames and sunglasses. Do yourself a favor and make Ziggy's Optometry your go to for your eyes health!! read more

I can't say enough about Dr. Chen...hands down - my favorite Doctor of Medicine period. She is extremely knowledgeable and brilliant in her field and on top of that, her "bedside manner" is top notch. I 100% recommend Dr. Chen! See you in Japan one day ~ Steph read more

Dr. Chen, and her staff, are very warm, friendly, and extremely thorough. Top shelf service with a smile! Ziggy's is hands down the best Optometry in all of Newport Beach. read more

Dr Chen and her team are simply the best! Our entire family sees Dr Chen, she is wonderful. She is very knowledgeable and professional but also so fun to talk with! I look forward to my visit every time. I would not my eye care to anyone else. Make your appointment today! read more

I had THE BEST experience here. I just got new insurance in December, and so I called and made my appointment. Dr. Chen was friendly, kind, and spent extra time answering all of my questions about LASIK. My appointment was for an eye exam and contact lenses, but she still spent time afterward calming my fears about LASIK and explaining to me how I could utilize FSA funds to make it work in the future if I was interested. Thank you Dr. Chen, I love this office and my experience was wonderful. read more