Adorable little shop, very quaint and well maintained and designed. Almost like a little library…read moreof glasses. I was in desperate need of getting my sun glasses adjusted because they wouldn't stay on my face for the life of me. They were able to assist me timely and very professionally. Both workers were very kind. I brought in my own pair and they adjusted them for a fair price. Worth every penny! They obviously know what they are doing here. Once I'm in need of some new glasses this will be my first stop!

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.

Excellent service and a wonderful selection of frames. The team was knowledgeable, attentive, and…read moremade sure I found glasses that suited me perfectly. A truly pleasant experience from start to finish.

This is a delightful shop. George is extremely helpful, patient and discerning. Paying close…read moreattention to my preferences, he selected a pair of eyeglasses that suited me very well. I will definitely shop here again. I am eager to view the latest collections.

Not sure how this place has so many good reviews when I got talked at and forced into leading…read morequestions. Guy spoke for me and then gaslighted me into suggesting that's not what I meant for my own words that he got incorrectly. Toxic shit.

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.

Looking for a new pair of glasses - Warby Parker is known for stylish eyewear so I wanted to take a…read morelook at their selection. The base price is very reasonable compared to my eye doctor, but a lot of the frames have too much of a cat-eye effect which doesn't fit my face so well. I'll check back when they have new arrivals!

I got glasses here a few times. I usually go on a weekday so there is less wait. The store has a…read morewide selection of frames, which is great since I'm often picky with the style. The staff members are very nice and helpful. Kim is the goat.

After they told me they were missing one of my measurements, I drove back to the store on another…read moreFriday after work to have it taken. I live an hour and a half away, so this wasn't a quick trip. During my second visit, another employee took my measurements and told me everything was good. When I got my glasses in the mail, I realized they had never recorded the measurement I came back to give them. It finally made sense why Kim had texted me after my second visit saying I needed to come back, even though I had already been there. Because that measurement was never entered correctly, my glasses were made wrong. Everything was blurry, and wearing them made me dizzy. I even messaged Kim to ask if the measurement on my receipt was correct, and she told me it was. It wasn't. So I had to make a third trip back to the store. Valerie made the situation even more frustrating. She changed the measurement right in front of me but kept saying it had been correct the whole time. Then she pulled up my old measurements from the Del Amo location, where I had bought the exact same glasses before, crossed out the incorrect number on my receipt, and tried to print me a new one with the corrected measurements like that was supposed to fix everything. It didn't change the fact that I had already made three extra trips because of mistakes on their end. I understand that mistakes happen, but the lack of communication between employees, the repeated errors, and the way everything was handled made this a really disappointing experience.

I'm looking for a new pair of frames and wanted to try another place outside of my optometry…read moreoffice. Such a great experience! There's plenty of free street parking around the area, especially the side streets. This little shop has a wide variety of frames to choose from - I came out with 4 options in mind and need to come back to make a final decision (although I'm tempted to get all 4 haha). I was helped by Amy who is so knowledgeable about eye wear and helped me pick frames that fit my face and that can hold my strong prescription. She's very patient and not pushy at all. They do not accept insurance but their prices are not too bad at all so definitely come check this place out and see what you can find!

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.

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.

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!

I've been wearing glasses since the 3rd grade, so I think I might be a tad bit picky when it comes…read moreto my glasses. I tried the "mall" glasses and the quality of the lenses were always off. Sure, I saved a few dollars, but what good is it if you can't see? Old Focals has a great selection of vintage and modern frames and the quality of the lenses are excellent. But more so, it is the service you get at Old Focals that impressed me. Not only did I get a great set of glasses, but they also refreshed my Persol frames to look new again and I'm having them add new lenses. You get what you pay for and the value you get from Old Focals is worth it.

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!