If you don't want to feed the Luxottica monster (my friend G told me that they dominate the the…read moremarket, as well as own LensCrafters and Sunglass Hut), iiis is a perfect way to rebel. The design of the shop is quite funky and artsy (be careful not to fall into the pit!) and has all of the frames out so you can try them on as you like. I hate when all the frames are under lock and key; it really hinders the trying-on process. I checked out a couple of eyeglasses places in Birmingham and found myself drawn to the more obscure and unique frames at iiis. No Ray-Ban, Prada, or Vogue here. The ladies are all very nice and are very helpful and patient if you take hours to decide on your frames (ahem, me). Low pressure sales tactics. They are happy to help to find frames or if you want to browse solo, that's okay too. Plus they will even write down the glasses you're considering, both in their book and on a little card for you to take home. I'm not crazy about the location of Five Points but at least it's centrally located. iis is a little more expensive than what you might pay at other places but rest easy in the knowledge that you've got a very special pair of frames and are supporting a locally-owned shop. I did consider buying eyeglasses online but you just can't get personalized service like this online. This is great if you need adjustments later on. I'm very happy with my handcrafted-in-the-USA hipster specs!

Unique, top designer quality drama and lenses. Pricey but impaired to Ray Ban and other top…read moredesigners. Moscot was the brand that fit my pleasure.

Great experience and great service from every department from the optometrist to the eye ware…read moreassociate! They made a hectic day so much easier!

Just made my first visit to Eyemart Express and shocked to find out you could buy great looking…read moreprogressive lense glasses for under $ 200. Great glasses and superb service. Picked up glasses in 2 hours!! They fit perfectly!!! Last pair I purchased from Eye Care Associates was $600 with insurance!! Never again!!

I just moved to the area and went to Vestavia Eye Care for the first time today. I was seen by…read moreTaylor and Dr. Essinger and they were both amazing! They were both warm and knowledgeable, making it a great experience. I highly recommend this office and will be back!

Let me start by saying I was prescribed glasses for the first time in fourth grade. Needless to…read moresay, for the past 19 years, I have been in optometrist's offices 1-4 times per year. Dr. Essinger is hands down the best optometrist I have ever seen. The staff at Vestavia Eye Care was friendly and helpful from the moment I reached the front counter. The initial tests and evaluations were thorough, especially when I told them some recurring issues I was having. (Note: make sure you have at least an hour for your exam if you have an issue.) When I told Dr. Essinger the issues I had been having for two years that were unsolved mysteries for every doctor I saw, he was the first to care. He ran texts on me I had never seen and he came up with two theories for me to test. In fact, he was so concerned that he told me to text him as soon as I had progress. His caring concern brought tears to my eyes! Birmingham- We are so fortunate to have this office here! If you need a reliable optometrist for your family, look no further! I was also told they have a pediatric optometrist on staff for those of you with little ones.

I haven't submitted a review in a while, but Red Mountain Eye Care deserves some love!…read more I've had an ongoing stye for the last few months that turned into a full blown infections a few weeks back. I couldn't get it to see my regular optimist so I called them for a last minute appointment. Not only did the receptionist put me at ease, but the doctor provided tons of feedback, solutions, and prescribed a regime that cleared it right up. A few weeks later my boyfriend and I returned for an eye exam. My boyfriend is legally blind and has trouble with optometrists in the past, but he loved Red Mountain Eye Care. They were friendly, easy-going, and really listened to the problems he was having with his vision. I would highly recommend this great practice!

I cannot recommend Dr. Gagnon and his staff enough! Not only did they explain the ranges of why my…read moreinsurance would cover and what I would be responsible for, they also never tried to talk me into the "high-end" of anything from the lenses to the frames. There was no pressure to buy anything from them at all. The prices of their frames are a fraction of what I was used to at my former eye care facility and I was truly impressed by everyone I worked with. Dr. Gagnon performed a thorough exam and helped me to understand the changes my eyes have gone through and helped determine the perfect prescription for me. I will definitely be going back and recommending Red Mountain Eye Care to everyone I know!

RUN DONT GO I remember the woman doing the exam rushing me.Over a year ago, she answered the…read morequestions for me and only wanted to talk about getting her roof fixed. when I got my glasses I literally couldn't see. I've worn glasses since 5th grade, I clearly know a field test isn't mandatory I don't want eye imaging but was told I had to. got right up and left. They greet who they want when you walk in also. smh entire staff is awful. Never in this life or another would I go again.

I wish I could provide a review with less than 1 star. I made my appointment on line for lunchtime…read moreso that I could use my lunchbreak to get my exam completed. I was shocked to see that there were 6 people waiting ahead of me to see the provider. As I waited patiently, I noticed that I took approximately 30-35 minutes for the provider to complete one exam. With the now, 5 people ahead of me, I was looking at at least another 2.5 hours before my exam to even begin. If the provider cannot see patients close to the time of the appointment, then schedule adjustments need to be made. If this business does not value my time, then they also don't value my money. They didn't get any. I left!

Best staff best selection best experience and the owner i purchased 5 pair and the staff has…read morebeen absolutely finamnal two me i want buy any where else in town and the owner jj is the sweetest!!!!

Wow you still don't get it. Glad you posted so people can see straight from your mouth the lack of…read morecustomer service you offer. First of all I was very clear about our needs that day and stated them clearly in my review well. I made any kind of statement that morning that I would not be purchasing from you ever! Furthermore, after your refusal to help I stated that my husband and I both wore glasses and had you helped us we would have chosen you for future needs. Also, if you had been kind to my son and I and helped him find a style that suited him, you never know, we may have gone ahead and purchased them from you and then went to lens crafter for a quick pair that he could use later as his backup. Secondly, what you sadly still fail to understand is the concept of customer service. Every time someone walks in your store there is no guarantee they will purchase from you. I was still a potential customer that day and for future needs. Had you treated us like the customers that we were I would have been back. My husband just reminded me this week he needs new glasses and so do I, if I had had a good experience with you we would be coming in for ourselves. Too bad.

Advanced Eye Care is the place to go. The staff and Dr. Vaughn are so nice and very attentive you…read moreyour eyes care needs.

I have officially found my new eye doctor! After having a not so great experience at another place…read moreit was a relief to find Alexia Vaughn and her amazing staff. It's always easy to make an appointment and they have a good selection of glasses and contacts. They take their time and answer any questions you may have. And when my contact shipment was running a bit behind schedule they made sure to give me extra pairs to get me through until my shipment arrived. If you have bad vision, like myself, you know how important it is to find a place that's caring and always willing to help when needed. I found that in this place. If you're looking for an optometrist definitely check this place out!!!

Note: this review was written during the pandemic. With that said, last week I made an appointment…read moreto visit this place for the first time. Not having had an eye exam in well over 20+ years, I can't remember what all entailed. What initially struck me as odd was that they controls prior to entering the building were a little different. Before entering, I had to fill out a bunch of paper on my phone, followed by texting them that I was outside. Once I received the green light, my temperature was taken, and then was allowed to sit in the lobby. Being that this was my first time, I was taken back. With that said however, I do understand the rationale. In all though, the exam was quick and pleasant. The assistants were a little dry, however the doctor was very pleasant and professional. In all, this was a good experience. Hopefully the covid will be gone soon.

My husband and I went for an exam because they had later hours that we could choose. We were blown…read moreaway by the friendliness of all of the ladies there and Dr. Harvey was fantastic! We will definitely continue to use them and will recommend them to friends!

I had the chance to visit this location recently. I must say, it's a great place to catch some live…read moremusic, grab a bite to eat or relax and enjoy a cocktail or beer. There are several restaurants to select from for all budgets and tastebuds and a couple of bars and places that sell sweet treats. Every vendor we encountered had great customer service with a smile and were very helpful as we looked over their menus. There's even an exercise studio on site as well. There is plenty of seating near the stage, and near the restaurants. Most of the restaurants serve you by having you walk to a small window to place your order and when your buzzer goes off, you return to pick it up. We went on a Friday, so it was crowded and a lot of kiddies were running free, lol. We didn't get to stay to hear the band, but will vowed to return on another evening to check out the entertainment. The big screen had the Master's Tournament on for those that wanted to view it. I remember there were other vendors located there I was interested in trying out when The Edge first opened that are no longer there. Overall I enjoyed my visit here and look forward to my next one. Pro Tip: Check their website to view current tenants. They seem to change frequently.

The Edge is LEGIT!! I really like it here and enjoyed myself…read more My first time here , recently was such a nice time. I have zero complaints. This gem is a great addition to the area! . It's perfect to grab some food, a cocktail , a sweet treat or coffee... you name it! There's something for everyone! I especially like the large screen. I envisioned myself watching some Alabama football in the fall! Roll Tide. But yeah , I know I'll be back at The Edge for some more fun in the sun!!! Highly recommend and it's great for families!

From start to finish, the PGs (Pizitz Gang) made my experience at Warby a smooth one. While I…read moreremain happy with my eyewear choice, the experience was truly the icing. Little doubt about where I'll be going for my next pair. B. Russell

One of the opticians was so patient with me. I don't remember how many glasses I tried on, but it…read morewas a lot. She helped me order my new frames and I love them! The optometrist was also professional, personable, and performed my exam quickly! I would definitely visit again.