I am very particular about my glasses. If I need to wear glasses, they need to make a statement…read more Shalamar has the most beautiful selection of frames anyone could imagine. Not only are the frames gorgeous, but, more importantly, the lenses are exceptional. The service is by far the best. Professional, , courteous, and truthful describes the staff. Bar none Shalamar is the very best in the state. If you need glasses, this is where you should go. They are a 10 out of 10.

So, I made an appointment for an eye exam as I needed contact lenses and glasses and was way…read moreoverdue for an exam. The price for the exam was $65 which seemed reasonable compared with $125 at an place closer to my apartment. I showed up for the first appointment and while Kim, the receptionist, was nice enough, she claimed she had left me a message saying my appointment was delayed and I wouldn't be seen for another 3 hours. I don't drive (am disabled after a broken neck and multiple TBI's) so I didn't really have a choice; I opted to wait the 3 hours till the doctor would see me. This was the first time I've ever had a contact lens fitting where the doctor used his own, unwashed hands to put the contacts in my eyes. A week or so later, during this trial period of testing the lenses, I developed a discharge from my right eye and the lens itself was likely defective as it kept popping out of my eye. I called to make another appointment and explained the issue with the lens popping out. The doctor and his son (I'm guessing they are related somehow) didn't seem too happy to give me another pair of lenses to try out. It's like jeeze, you guys aren't paying for the lenses, what's the beef? Oh and then I was shamed for having Medicaid. They apparently saw me as some kind of "free loader" and treated me rudely. My case worker was with me for the second appointment and we both looked at each other like is this really happening? Are we really being treated like this? The doctor made a particularly rude comment to my case worker and then plainly ignored her when she asked him a question. He muttered some off color joke under his breath - it was super uncomfortable. The really fun part was when I went to choose a pair of glasses from the Medicaid section of available frames. I prefer to have larger lenses/frames as they help me see much better. I picked out the biggest frames in the Medicaid selection and boy, the man who "helped" me was not pleased at all. Again, these are glasses for me, not this dude. Why was he so upset I chose glasses which were covered by Medicaid and available in the section of their store FOR MEDICAID GLASSES. This guy kept telling me, or trying to tell me, there was no way they could put lenses in the frames I had chosen, and seemed appalled overall by my selection and persistence. He then tried to charge me an additional $40 bucks (talked down from his original pitch of $60) to put lenses in the frames. Dude, the glasses are covered by Medicaid, you can't charge people for glasses that are covered by this plan. Ugh. When I went back for the last time to get the new trial lenses and get a copy of my prescription, the Medicaid nazi was again seemingly appalled by my presence. How dare I have an eye exam, a trial pair of lenses and a pair of glasses covered by Medicaid? When I asked for a copy of my prescription, he struggled to use the printer/copier, I assume it hadn't been used for a long time and/or the guy just didn't know what he was doing or how to operate the machine. He begrudgingly gave me my prescription, though of course the doctor failed to indicate which eye had whatever number the prescription is. Really not looking forward to calling for clarification but oh well, looks like I'll have to. I obviously won't be going back to Shalmar for further eye exams, and can't recommend this place to others. It's unfortunate as they do have a nice selection of eyewear but meh, you can find great glasses elsewhere and be treated with respect, regardless of what insurance you have. One and only star goes to Kim, for at least attempting to be pleasant. I can't imagine having to work in such a small space with that doctor and his rude son. She's probably seen a lot.

I have been going to Envisions for many years and recently in April 2026. Anyway, picked up my…read moreglasses and after 2 days I couldn't wear them since they hurt around my ears. I called and came in to see Michelle who was very helpful by fitting another frame to my face. I am waiting to pick up my new more comfortable glasses. :) Thank you, Michelle

I have been a patient there for many years and always leave there knowing I have received the best…read morecare. Dr. Swenson is a caring professional who addresses any concerns you have. She's professional and communicates in a personable way letting you know your care is priority.

I've been going to Ocean State Eye Care since I was about 14 or 15, and I've always had a great…read moreexperience. I originally saw Dr. Mills, who was fantastic, funny, personable, and always made sure my eye care needs were fully taken care of. Since his retirement, I've been seeing Dr. Buonaccorsi, and she's just as wonderful. She's thorough, attentive, and always takes the time to answer any questions. One thing that really stands out is how quickly they can get you in for a sick visit if something comes up. That is something that's hard to find these days. The staff is consistently kind and efficient, and appointments run on time. You're in and out without the long waits. This is exactly how a doctor's office should operate. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for a reliable, well-run optometry practice.

I've been to OSEC since Dr. Mills was there. Always treated well and promptly. The new dry eye…read moretreatment is amazing. Better service than larger practices.

My partner needed an eye exam and new frames, so we headed over to Bling at Chapel View. The space…read moreis small but don't let that fool you; it's bright, modern, and well laid out, with a solid mix of accessible options alongside some designer names like Chanel, Dior, Cartier, Bvlgari, Prada, and more, all packed into a boutique that feels a lot bigger than it actually is. My partner said the exam was thorough and her new prescription is spot on, so I'll leave it at that. What I can speak to is the frame selection experience, and for that, Calin was genuinely great to work with. He paid attention, noticed which frame colors worked with my partner's skin tone, commented on how different shapes sat with her face, and made the whole process feel personal rather than transactional. She ended up walking out with two pairs, which honestly says it all. It's a family-run business, and that comes through in how they treat you. No pressure, just good people who clearly know their product. If you need glasses in Rhode Island, this is the place.

Excellent eye doctor! She is professional and conversational and does a very comprehensive eye…read moreexam. Selection of frames is good and a range of prices.

This is for the Woonsocket office!! I was severely disappointed with my experience. I have vision…read moreinsurance thru my job. I don't live in Woonsocket but wanted to support a smaller business vs a large chain. Called ahead & spoke to front desk agent 1, she confirmed they take my eye insurance which is a common one. Walk in day of exam, get my exam done, I was then told by front desk agent 2 (I believe it was a blonde woman) I don't have eye insurance and only my exam is free but the glasses/lens aren't covered by any insurance. I know for a fact I have coverage and tell her I called to confirm I did and was told so by front desk agent 1 and it was taken by this eye office. I was disregarded by front desk agent 2 and told to call HR at my job about it. I wasn't going to stay and debate as she was unfriendly. Contacted my HR office and they confirmed I had said eye provider. I call the eye office back and reached front desk agent 1 who confirmed (again!) I had said eye insurance which I said I know I did all along. Because of this incompetent experience from front desk agent 2 I just had them send my eye prescription over to an outside big chain eye office instead because this office wasted my time calling around and driving to another town. I go to the big chain eye office, pick out my glasses no problem. Get the glasses and the prescriptions felt so off, he tells me wear them for a few weeks to get used to them and if it still feels off call the small eye chain (Atlantic family) and ask for a re-exam. I wear them for Over a month hoping to get used to them. They don't feel right. I feel cross eyed wearing them, can't gauge distance when I walk and the floor feels elevated. I go back to Atlantic family, they test my glasses and said my prescriptions match what was on file from exam at their office. I ask if maybe the exam needs to be redone ? She says if I wanted to "entertain" that idea I could get re-examed. I didn't like the wording and treatment assuming I was being a difficult customer (why would I lie about the prescriptions being off?) all I wanted was to see correctly while driving and living life lol. Disappointed again at this place. I just wait until 2025 comes around instead to get exam at a different big chain instead of Atlantic family. I Won't come back. My eye exam was a bit weird too. She barely had me view the board to call off what I saw. Just 2 lines of it. The exam would be more in depth as I had sat in with my child's exam and it seemed more thorough. Fast forward a few months later it's now 2025: I get a new eye exam from a big eye chain and they tell me old prescription from only a few months ago at Atlantic family was completely off. I had astigmatism in BOTH eyes not just ONE and the vision in my left eye was completely different than what Atlantic family prescribed. Don't let Atlantic family eye gaslight you into believing the exam they do is correct.

Atlantic Family Eye Care have a superior Optometrist and Optical Department. Their number one…read morepriority is the customer, and their Customer Service is A number 1! I definitely recommend purchasing your glasses from Atlantic Family Eye Care. i give them 5 stars for sure!!

I've been waiting a month and a half for my glasses and still don't have them??? $677 not cheap.read more

Front Desk people aren't nice and friendly. I was over charged 3 years in a row for my glasses. I…read morebought glasses that were 100% covered by insurance and 3 years straight they called or when I went to pick the glasses up, they wanted to charge me. I finally started buying my glasses elsewhere.

Great experience at College Hill Eye and Optical today. I wasn't sure what to expect for my first…read moreever eye exam, but the staff was attentive and made me feel comfortable right away. Scheduling online was quick and easy, as was the check-in and appointment. Dr. Isik was a great mix of knowledgeable and approachable. Glasses selection was impressive too! Will be back for my regular eye exams.

I had a wonderful experience with College Hill Eye & Optical. Front desk staff was friendly and…read moreattentive, and the optician was knowledgable, friendly, and fixed my loose glasses (even though I did not buy them through College Hill Eye & Optical). Dr. Isik was efficient yet thorough and very approachable. While I didn't purchase new frames, they have a big selection of premium/luxe options. Definitely recommend this practice for anyone needing a new eye doctor.

I went in for my first appointment just for a routine eye exam. I found everyone at the front desk…read morevery easy to schedule with and Dr. McMahon very thorough and knowledgeable during the exam. I was very happy to find a new optometrist and didn't anticipate returning for a second visit so quickly. Within a few days of my appointment I got something in my eye when walking outside in the wind. I finally called several days later when it became even more irritated and they worked me in the same day. Dr. McMahon found a grain of sand had stuck itself to my eye and said next time to not hesitate calling to come in for a check. It was such a relief to get it out and they were so awesome to get me scheduled same day to come in when I called. My daughter needs a new optometrist and I know who I'll be sending her to! I highly recommend Dr. McMahon and appreciate how considerate and professional both she and her practice is.

I will start out by saying that the physicians at this practice were stellar and this review is…read morespecific to my first hand experience with the office staff that manage the front desk. I was a patient at this practice for a few years and typically just scheduled annual appointments. That process went mostly smooth but if you have any question whatsoever it requires multiple steps of escalation and the staff are clearly annoyed and not properly trained. On one occasion I had an eye related emergency and the staff offered no emergency appointment or guidance for alternative treatment centers. That lack of assistance/guidance resulted in a $100 emergency room visit. The first question the ER asked me was why didn't your Optometrists schedule you for a sick visit? The last straw for me was when the front desk staff recently tried to cancel an existing annual appointment due to a VSP benefit being exhausted for the calendar year. The staff at no point asked if I had a secondary vision benefit (which I did) or if I still would like to keep the existing appointment with the understanding that the appointment fee would be an out of pocket expense. When I expressed to the staff that the customer service at this office is significantly lacking and that I would not be a returning patient the receptionist audibly sighed and said, " Yeah...ok" So for the above mentioned reasons I would no longer recommend this practice to others in my community.