Each optometrist I go has a different way of doing the recommended yearly optometry exam. And with Dr. Susie Lee, I felt the most informed that I've ever been. Dr. Lee has an amazing attitude and ethics towards her work, first of all, she's very clean, she cleaned each piece of equipment before use, and has an amazing attention to detail, I could tell she tailored the exam to the specifics of my eye (my astigmatism) but she really went above and beyond for me by explaining what each exam was for, the results, and how I could think about it. I really got to learn my own eye from a whole new perspective. She was also not pushy with any of the other services (like the extra exam screening, or glasses, or really anything else). Highly recommend Dr. Lee's! She's amazingly helpful and friendly to chat with. read more

I went in for an eye exam and was extremely pleased with the quality of care. Susie is very detailed and thorough. She took the time to answer all of my questions and explained what she was testing for at each step. She also showed me images of my eye and explained what she was seeing. At no moment did the exam feel rushed, and I came away feeling more informed about my vision and very confident in her assessment. Great experience! read more

I have worn glasses for a little over 10 years and had roughly 8 exams and have NEVER had this thorough of an exam. Dr. Susie Lee is amazing! Because she performed the exam the way she did, explaining everything so well, explaining what I should do and not do to better my vision was so helpful and I will forever continue to go here! So thankful my random search for an optometrist led me to Third Ave Optometry! read more

Had a very positive experience here. I went to have my lenses replaced. I was converting from bifocal to transition. The doctor thoroughly explained all the pros and cons and how transition lenses actually worked. The delivery was a short turnaround time and I love my new glasses. read more

The quality of care for the eye exams was extremely thorough and professional. I made an appointment to see Dr. Susie Lee, OD, through email, and I was able to schedule a time to see her. Because this is during a pandemic, she set strict guidelines and had very good cleaning protocols throughout the entire exam. When you arrive, your temperature is taken before you can enter. Mask have to be worn the entire time, everything gets cleaned and sanitized before use. She told me that she is only able to see 3 patients a day during this time, due to the cleaning she has to do between patients. I felt really safe seeing her during this time. Dr. Lee was great during the eye exam and explained things that might have been a bit confusing. Compared to my previous eye doctor, she went above and beyond my expectations. I highly recommend seeing her if you need an eye exam. read more

I had a good experience here, optometrist is informative and they have a good selection of frames. I mainly came here to look at their frames and had a consultation with the optometrist. I did pick the frame and I'm happy with it. This is a convenient location for me as I am in the area very often. Certainly nice people work here and I felt comfortable. read more

Wow. What a great experience. My parents have been raving about their experiences with Susie for years. I have real problems with my eyesight after going through 3 surgeries on my eye. Susie spent two hors trying to get me the best prescription. At the end of two hours, I walked out of there KNOWING I had the best job possible. Susie was soooo friendly and took the time to explain everything to me. Im definitely going back. Susie is now my optopmetrist. read more

Dr. Susie Lee does a really thorough eye exam. She has all the equipment right there and takes the time to go through the results with you and explain the "so what." I have received both glasses and contacts through their office. The fittings have been patient and the quality of the fit fantastic. If you have ever been measured for progressive lenses you know how important fit is. Costs are competitive. I explain what I am looking for and they narrow down their inventory to ones that might work for me. My vision insurance plan changed and she is no longer in network. I tried someone else and am going back and paying out of network because my eye health is more important than my copay. I hope this review gives you confidence in the quality of Susie's services. read more

It is nice and clean here. It feels very friendly and inviting. The equipments are all here and are very clean. The doctors here are so detailed so I feel at ease letting them check my eyes. The front desk is also very friendly. They have all the brands of sunglasses to regular prescribed glasses. read more

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I came to Third Avenue Optometry to help me with my progressive lens. Dr Lee was super helpful and spent a lot of time with me explaining the options and what was important to make my decisions. Today, 2.5 years later after that visit, I called to ask about my old prescription as I've moved out of the country and wanted a copy of it. The friendly person picked up the phone and I was commenting on how nice the doctor was there who had helped me, and it turned out I was actually speaking to Dr Lee. I'm glad to see the positive reviews of her practice and her staff. Lots of other competitors in the neighborhood but she personalizes her care to you and that makes a huge difference. Thank you. read more

I dropped in to look up my glasses sizing measurement, which should be in my file. The receptionist, which the new owners must have inherited when they purchased this practice from Stanley Lowe, first stated that I was never a patient there. This was based on looking at me! This reminded me of how difficult she was when I was last there in 2011. Fortunately, the optometrist's husband came out, nicely asked what was up, and generously measured me. So try to limit your time with the receptionist to improve your experience here. read more

After a mediocre experience with another optometry place, I happened to be walking in downtown San Mateo when this unassuming little clinic caught my eye. I went in to check out the frame options they had. I must have caught them during a lull because both the receptionist and the doctor helped me try on frames and gave me their thoughts on different fits. I ended up purchasing right then and there (and had to come back with my Rx to give them). They were so helpful in dealing with my insurance, they got on the phone with them and told them I wanted the hold lifted that the other optometry clinic had placed and enabled me to get my glasses covered that same day. For as long as I live in the area, I'll be coming here! What a wonderful experience and such kindness from the employees here, even when they didn't know I'd be buying anything at all. read more

I used to see dr Lowe and so I went to dr Susie lee when he sold his practice. She was fantastic! She did a really thorough exam and even double checked her work. She was very patient, esp since I'm a terrible eye patient (I hate putting things in my eyes). She even offered (insisted) to wait for me when my meter ran out of time and I wanted to put more money in. She also showed me a comparison of my past eye exams and how my eyes have changed. She explained everything really well so I could understand what was going on and why she was doing such procedure. Also, she's really friendly and kind! My mom also really enjoyed her appointment too. I would really recommend seeing her. She's a wonderful optometrist! read more

I had an eye exam, after 10 years. I finally see so well with my new Perscription! I'm so happy.... The office was clean & I felt safe.

Always great, nice and very patient with kids.. they are sweet and professional .,highly recommend them

I've been coming here for 7+years and I have never been disappointed. I enjoy the small business environment and personal attention. Office is clean, and accessible. I highly recommend it! read more

Nothing but a glowing review for Third Ave! My wife has been going to them and Dr. Lowe for years and when I had to switch providers and find new frames...this was the first and only place I considered. Extremely friend front desk, Sharon is the BEST! I've gotten both my persciption glasses and sunglasses from them and they've been amazing. Great selection...not too many or too few to choose from and Sharon really is skilled in helping you select the perfect pair of glasses. Will be coming back here for man years to come! read more

I don't have eye trouble, but still get my eyes checked every year or two to make sure I'm healthy. I have been to many optometrists who recommend glasses no matter what your vision. Here there was no pressure to do something that was unnecessary. Everyone was extremely kind and helpful. I've been to many places that were fine, but I have no interest in going back, but I will return here and refer my family as well. read more

The optometrist and receptionist are so friendly and nice. I feel welcome and invited at each visit. The exam is thorough and relatively quick. Dr. Lee speaks through her motions so you know what she's doing and why. She doesn't use medical jargon to explain things, it's easy to talk to her. Sharon is a delight, she's useful when picking out frames. Their selection is decent but I find other places are a little more trendy. read more

I just walked in without an appointment (not recommended) but Dr. Lee and Susan were so nice and told me they'd give me a call if they had a cancellation-- lucky for me they did, and I got an eye exam and contact fitting! Dr. Lee is super cool and gave me advice about exploring the city (since I'm so new). After I left, she even emailed me photos (per my request) of what the inside of my eyeball looks like-- so awesome. Appreciate it Dr. Lee! read more