I shopped here a couple of times and I had a good experience. On my first visit, I unknowingly…read morearrived close to closing time. They were so welcoming and not pushy. On my second visit, I got to explore a lot of frames that I had missed the first time. I also liked how knowledgable they are here. I felt like the selection was good. They occasionally have deals too! PARKING Parking structure (paid), street (meters mostly)

I walked in here solely to browse and see if it was worth it investing in some everyday glasses…read more Christina greeted me with a smile and pulled a few things for me to try and I walked out with a dream pair that I didn't know i was looking for. She was amazingly welcoming, even sharing her personal favorites with me. Since i've worn them daily and will be returning in the future! I highly recommend! :)

After looking at 8 other places, I purchased a pair of glasses at Spectacular. They have a nice…read moreselection of glasses and Steve, the owner helped me find a pair well suited to my face and style. He was by far the most affordably priced on the prescription and he didn't try upsell me extras that I didn't need. Steve is an old school craftsperson. I wear progressives and he took the time to make sure the lenses would be in the right place and that they fit comfortably. I also brought a pair of sunglasses in that were a bit scuffed and twisted and he adjusted and polished them for a very reasonable price.

I had a pair of sunglasses that got badly scratched after accidentally dropping them frontside. I…read morereally liked these aviator sunglasses I got about ten years ago and didn't want to pay full price for a complete replacement and Specstacular Fine Eyewear did a great job on the repair! Overall it was around $50 if I remember correctly. When I walked in and asked for help the service was friendly from the start. They can call and/or text you to notify you when the repair is done and mine was done in about a little over a week (they had to order the new lenses first). Overall I was pleased with the fast repair time. When I got them back they were good as new! Thank you to the staff at Specstacular Fine Eyewear!

I'm an aging guy, on a limited budget, who went from decades of scraping by with non-prescription…read morereaders to finally accepting that I needed four pairs of specialized prescription glasses--for reading, for sitting in front of computers for hours on end, and for distance both indoors and outdoors (sunglasses). After resisting wearing glasses for so long, and, let's face it, being a little vain, I wasn't a good candidate for progressives despite the practical and economic considerations. Trying to wrap my head around an expanding universe of frames and lenses in every shape and price range after being so resistant for so long was overwhelming. I'd gone to all the usual suspect shops in Old Town Pasadena, where parking is always a challenge, as is finding a knowledgeable and caring employee working on an hourly wage, without coming close to making a purchase. One day I was driving down Colorado Boulevard, stopped at a light, when I spied Brighter Optical and its spacious, free parking lot. I'd never heard of the shop, but thought why not, I might as well give it a shot. I was warmly greeted by owner Raymond Yu himself. I immediately felt comfortable in his small but well-stocked shop. Then I was immersed in a lengthy consultation with someone who had unlimited patience for my long list of questions, who spoke in soothing tones that put me even more at ease. It was so much better talking to an owner with a lifetime of experience and the ability to negotiate multiple purchases than an hourly employee with no real stake in the outcome. Not only did Raymond know everything there was to know about frames and lenses, he knew how to break it all down into easily digestible concepts that I could grasp even though English is just one of the languages he speaks fluently. Better yet, he filtered all that knowledge into personalized recommendations which rang so true I had no qualms about pulling the trigger on the sale. When the dust settled, Brighter Optical had a customer for life, while I came away with four pairs of flattering glasses for every purpose that exceeded the most fervent hope I had for my budget--and a new friend.

Overall a great experience. The store feels comfortable as soon as you walk in. The staff are…read moreprofessional and patient, and they recommend suitable frames based on your face shape and needs. There's a wide selection of stylish frames, and I ended up getting a pair I'm very satisfied with. Great value for money--highly recommended.

George and Moda Optique brought to me a wonderful buying experience. Made an appointment two days…read morebefore and during the time, George recommended different frames that complemented my face shape and gave very detailed answers to all my questions. Went in looking for a new pair of daily sunglasses, tried on a few but ended up getting a pair of non prescription glasses with transition lenses from Jacques Marie Mage. Would recommend anyone who's looking to purchase glasses or sunglasses to have the pleasure of working with George and Moda Optique!

Hrach was introduced to me by my now husband in 2010 and let me tell you, he is the best of the…read morebest! He definitely knows quality and is quite meticulous when it comes to the fine details on any set of frames! He is pleasant to talk to, very honest, and never tries to up sell you on anything. Ever since 2010, I have not looked elsewhere for my eyewear needs. My latest pair from him is by Jacques Marie Mage, which have received numerous of compliments in such a short amount of time-- am absolutely in love with these frames! Thank you Hrach!

Fast and friendly service professionals. I came to get frames adjusted and things were smooth and…read moreefficient. They have a great selection of frames. The prices are well worth it.

Every year, I'd get my eye exam elsewhere, uploaded my prescription and placed my order with Warby…read more I have ordered contacts from Warby back in 2020/2021 and the subsequent years just glasses from them because it was faster to get my contacts directly from my optometrist. I've been very pleased with their glasses. However, this year I decided to have my eye exam with Warby (Pasadena location). It was a huge mistake. Prior to the exam, the technician gathered basic information and then took digital retinal images (six total). Then I had my eye exam with the doctor. The retinal images were not reviewed or discussed during the exam and I forgot to ask about them. That's not how it should be done. At all of previous eye exams, my optometrist always review the retinal images with me regarding my eye health. Anyways, the doctor said my vision hasn't changed so my prescription will be the same. So they checked me out and I placed my contacts order too. A few days later the contacts arrived and that's when I discovered the contacts don't match my current prescription (expired January 2026). Instead, they match the prescription from 2020/2021. The new contacts I received is based off of a prescription from 2020/2021. Warby only has my contacts prescription from 2020/2021, which I had uploaded back then to order contacts. Since then the newer prescriptions that they have on record are for glasses only. It appears that from this eye exam with Warby, they simply created a new prescription based off of my 2020/2021 prescription. All the numbers (lens power, etc.) are identical. Warby gave me an old and wrong prescription and the imaging was never even discussed and refusing to issue a refund.

Our daughter wanted a new pair of JINS glasses before returning to college. She also wanted to…read moreupdate the prescription on her JINS sunglasses. Despite our disappointing experiences at this location, time constraints forced us to give them another try. We arrived just as they opened. Our daughter already knew which glasses she wanted. She checked in and was first in the queue. A couple minutes later Valerie called us up to the counter. She had the glasses our daughter selected and began her order. She walked us through each step of the process, highlighting important details while patiently answering all our questions. Valerie also easily handled the prescription update for the sunglasses. She re-confirmed our daughter's address and phone number for the shipment, pointing out that although the receipt notes "Pick-Up", her glasses will be shipped. Later while having lunch across the way at Din Tai Fung, our daughter said she thinks her prescription may have been entered wrong. She felt bad about having to double check, but we wanted to be sure. After lunch she walked over to see Valerie again. Although it was busy, Valerie took the time to pull her orders, explain what our daughter saw and confirm that her prescription is accurate. It was a great experience today, thanks to Valerie!

Stopped by JINS in Arcadia last night with my daughter to fix my glasses, and Anthony took care of…read moreus. He re-bent the frame so it was straight again, replaced the nose pads without me asking, and gave them a full clean. By the end, they honestly looked and felt brand new. The store itself is clean, well organized, and they have a really nice selection of frames at reasonable prices. After this visit, the value definitely stands out. What I appreciated most was how easy and genuine the whole interaction felt. When I asked how much I owed, he just smiled and said not to worry about it. Simple, great service like that goes a long way. Thank you again, Anthony.

This is the BEST place to get your frames and prescription glasses…read more I've been a customer since they first opened up shop! They've been my go to for sunglasses! Today they changed my scratched up lenses in my Oliver People's sunglasses. I bought them here at least a decade ago! Here's the thing, when you buy quality it lasts, and personally I tend not to loose them. If you are a spectaphile, or eyewear enthusiast, get on the mailing list, they regularly have trunk show with amazing brands that you won't find elsewhere.

This is not your regular eye glass store...Nope...It's "Society of the Spectacle!" And if you want…read moreto be a member of this cool society then I urge you to trot on over and check it out! (FYI...No membership required, it's just a state of mind) I mean really, if you have to wear glasses, don't you want to make a statement? I know I do...And the frames here are the bomb! Something for everyone! Simple yet stylish and some colorful ones with bling! The boutique itself is located on York Avenue in Highland Park and looks like a cute little house. When you walk in you are greeted by the sister's, Kate & Amy, Gwen, and the adorable Gabby. If they do not have a pair you like in stock they will go out of their way to see if it's available. I bought a beautiful pair of French Frames here that were bothering my nose so they added little metal tabs to make them fit better. And recently they looked crooked so they tweaked them for me:) Yes, the frames are a bit pricey but I have compared the prices to Costco & at my eye doctor's office and it's really not that big of a difference. I would rather spend a few extra bucks for their amazing service and more fashionable frames. Your glasses here will always be treated with love when you need them to be fixed! *Bring your eye glass prescription with you if you plan on having them fill it. *You can purchase your frames here, have the lenses put in or take them some where else if you prefer. *Many designer brands *Street Parking

Thalia & Hazel are my favorite associates when I go to Top Drawer in Old Town Pasadena. They both…read moreare diligent, friendly and most importantly, competent. The store itself is full of color and always brightens my mood when I step into the very cool store. The vibe here is very special and surprisingly calming. Everything seems to be exactly placed in a zen like manner. You'll see what I mean.... They got glasses, pens, flasks, lighters, totes, leather goods and all the things a sophisticated man of the new millennium like me can ask for! I try not to go and visit too much as I can't seem to help myself and always leave with something when I visit! But I never regret it. See you here!

Welp... in case you haven't notice I am on a planner/notebook/journal kick of late…read more We had some time to kill after the game and decided to walk our way down to this shop. They are on the expensive side but it's a super special spot for gift buying. They have some unique Japanese coloring books that I might have to return for. Also those darn lighters that look like cameras OMG so different. Service was professional and non evasive too. Respectfully Reviewed.

Hello ! So I want to say a huge thank you to Rick, he saved my glasses . I was in a pinch …read more I first went to Warby Parker ... that's were I got them about 2 years ago . But Warby Parker used superglue. On my hinges . I tried to open them & they broke instantly. I searched google and found Old Focals . Spoke with Jessica . I decided to come in , as I was curious, to see if they can be saved. . So made my way over , and within 10 minutes Rick had them better than new ! I was in a pinch and needed them for a vision check for my license & Job. Thank you Rick ! I highly recommend Old Focals , over Warby Parker as Warby Parker has forever lost my business. I'm getting my next set from old Focals!

vintage glasses/sunglasses shop with really cool selection. The 2 gentlemen here are always super…read morefriendly and helpful. I brought a pair of sunglasses with cracked lens and they replaced it on the spot. I don't even remember them charging me. strongly recommend for good service and unique glasses no one has!

Great customer service. A big variety of all kinds of glasses. Will definitely be back.read more

Great and friendly staff. Very clean location. Doc was very knowledgeable. Answered all my…read morequestions in detail. Glad I made the switch