Christos at Soma Optical is hands down the best optician I have ever met. I have worn glasses all my life and have purchased eyeglasses from opticians all around Boston and in the various cities I've lived in across the country. Working with Christos was by far the best experience I have ever had. With other opticians I've found that they tend to just say "yes" to whatever you pick or to base their recommendations solely on style rather than paying attention also to fit and functionality. I inevitably left with glasses that never felt quite right or kept slipping down my face despite paying hundreds of dollars. Christos, on the other hand, is a true expert who knows how eyeglass frames should fit a face for maximum comfort and functionality while still working to find the best-looking frames for you out of his vast selection. After purchase, he is also meticulous about adjusting the frames for your face. Unlike other opticians, he actually has an opinion and can help you figure out how the frames ought to fit. And unlike most of the opticians I've purchased from in the past, he's genuinely skilled at adjusting frames and will really work with you and keep tweaking until the fit is *exactly* right. After my experience at Soma, I refuse to purchases eyeglasses from anywhere else. This is a true gem of a store and I plan to recommend it to anyone who will listen. read more

Simply superb and incredible. Top quality and unique frames, in all kinds of interesting styles. Not to mention a very pleasant environment in which to browse and shop. But the real star of Soma is the service. I am not exaggerating to say they go so far beyond the call of duty, it's almost unbelievable. Seriously, I am telling the truth. (And if you think I am prone to hyperbole or false niceness, just read some of my other reviews on Yelp.) In summary, my wife and I buy everything optical there and will continue to do so. They are great. Highly recommended without reservation! read more

Cristos and Alissa have a gift of matching amazing people with amazing eye wear. Forever grateful to my friend Adam for the introduction. I thought nothing could top my first pair of glasses I got from them until I got my third pair that I get complimented daily on. They are the best and the shop is plant and eye glass paradise! read more

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Without exaggeration the best shopping experience I've had in my life. I was in the market for a pair of sunglasses but was typically apprehensive about walking into optical shops: salespeople tend to tell you whatever you like looks good and vice versa. They don't discriminate between high quality brands and run-of-the-mill Luxottica subsidiaries. On top of that, I always have a tough time finding pairs that work due to my massive dome. Never again. I attended an appointment at Soma just before their closing time and was immediately greeted by the owners, a sweet and energetic couple who listen carefully to what you're looking for and work with you to get a pair of independently owned and manufactured glasses that look stellar. Their selection is unmatched in the USA. They know every factory they receive from, the history of each of the brands, what makes them special--foremost sunglasses scholars. Christos, the co-owner, gave me frank, honest feedback on every pair I tried on based on my facial geometry and style. I asked some questions about the pairs I tried and he told me fascinating tidbits about their makers. If he wrote a book on the state of the sunglasses industry, I'd read it. I walked out with a pair of sunglasses (adjusted free of charge using arcane, esoteric methods forgotten millennia ago) I am absolutely psyched to wear this summer, with confidence that if anything happens to them, he will happily repair them. If you want to invest in a pair of sunglasses or glasses in Boston, this is where you should go. read more

Soma is without a doubt the coolest and most curated collection of designer and small batch eyewear I've ever come across. I'm tough on all my things and went in with basically the requirement of "i need your sturdiest pair you've got". Not only do I get complimented on the style and overall aesthetics of the glasses all the time but I am here to tell you that they did not ignore my need for tough glasses. These things have been trampled on by sloppy boat dancers, lost in a sea of bodies at Brighton Music Hall punk shows, and they still have not forsaken me. (Oh and for reference if you're like me, I picked up some chonky Native Sons. The store itself is gorgeous and the proprietors are kind, knowledgeable but most of all, passionate. You can tell they not only love what they do, but they want to give you a Special and personalized experience. Are they the cheapest option out there? Certainly not, quality costs extra. that's a fact of life. But I'll never go to another eyewear provider. They hooked me for life. Get your butt to Soma Optical and "see" what the hype is all about! read more

Christos is terrific. He explains all about the style, manufacture and durability of his unique and high fashion frames. He's expert at fit and is honest about what looks good on your face. read more

Fantastic service and attentiveness. Excellent selection of frames. They are outstanding and I recommend Soma without reservation. Definitely excellent in all respects! read more

For me the location is not easy but doable if you like walking. But they have the most incredible selection of any place I have seen so far. And they know how to fit the glasses as well as asking the details of what you are wanting to accomplish with your glasses. Cristos was very good. read more

I've never been particularly happy with my glasses. Cheap, bad fit, commoditized. The same goes for the experience of buying glasses. You know the kind of place I'm talking about...it might rhyme with Parby Warker. Christos and Alissa deliver the opposite: a bespoke experience with people who know what they're talking about. You walk into the store then C+A start lining up glasses that fit your face and preferences without being pushy. They nailed it off the bat for me but it was still fun to explore different options. With the variety of glasses they carry, I'm sure they have something for everyone. Two weeks later I'm wearing the best pair of glasses I've ever owned. I'll definitely be back for a second pair. read more

Soma is a true gem! Christos and Alissa are incredibly lovely and accommodating people. The store itself is beautifully decorated and the unique collection of styles is incomparable. If you are debating checking Soma out, I guarantee it is the best place around in terms of service, product quality and style offerings :) I am loving my new glasses. read more

Spectacular selection, perfect care and expertise! Love soma optical! Christos and Alissa run a superior optical store.

Very fun and unique optical buying experience. Great selection of glasses here. I was in here for about 3 hours choosing the right frames. I never felt pressured by the owner to purchase. He went through all of the styles with me and helped me slowly narrow down to a few frames. If you're looking for high quality glasses that you wouldn't be able to find ordinarily, this is the place. I only had the intention of buying one pair today but ended up going home with two. Already planning to come back for another pair soon! read more

I recently had a unique situation: I just moved here from another state and needed to get a new lens put into an existing pair of glasses. Went into Soma and they took care of it in under 10 minutes - including adjusting my frames for free! While inside I noticed how many stylish and interesting frames they had in their well-appointed, dog friendly shop. I'll be back soon when I need another pair of specs. Do yourself a favor and pop in to Soma today, you won't regret it. read more

I am almost 80 years old and have worn glasses for over 70 years. I am picky and I can tell you that this is the very best place I have ever found to buy a pair of frames. The selection at Soma Optical is absolutely amazing. And the service matches their choice of frames. They helped me select two fabulous new pairs of frames and talked me in to tying transitional lenses which I love. They even were willing to source an eyepiece part of my frames which I had broken and saved me money by not having to purchase a completely new frame. If it is time to try something new and stylish with your next pair of frames, this is the place. read more

Went in to get my glasses fixed and they were super helpful! Beautiful interior and it looked like they had a lot of variety and options for glasses and sunglasses. read more

If you want the best in quality and service go to SOMA! They are extremely knowledgeable and helpful. And without question has the best in variety of Unique frames. They are honest and believe in provided the best in product at a fair price. In addition, the store has a great authentic vibe to it. I can't say enough about this shop. Don't waste your time anywhere else. read more