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    Hawthorne Optometry

    4.3 (68 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 1:00 pm, 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM

    By appointment only

    Services - Hawthorne Optometry

    Eye exams

    Eye testing and diagnosis

    Eyewear fitting

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    I recommend this office, if you are looking for a new office. Dr. Melanie Nguyen is very helpful when explaining the procedures.

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    Great staff and knowledgeable doctors. Dr. John Maanum was able to dilate my kids eyes. If he can do that he can do anything!

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    Ask the Community - Hawthorne Optometry

    If I don't have insurance how much will an eye exam cost?

    Starting at $89 for a glasses exam. Please call our office at 310-676-2020 for an exact quote.

    Do you accept medi cal?

    Only if it is through March Vision/ Molina. If it is, call my office at 310-676-2020 to have my staff verify your insurance and schedule an appointment. Best Regards,… Read more

    Hi, Any clear frame Versace prescription glasses?

    Hello Her Majesty Empress, We do not carry Versace frames. Good luck with your search. Sincerely,… Read more

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    Review Highlights - Hawthorne Optometry

    His office staff, Karen and Jenny are courteous, pleasant, and professional.

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    Diane Risco, OD

    4.1(77 reviews)
    1.0 mi

    Long-term confidence in an optometrist is earned through repetition: exam after exam, prescription…read moreafter prescription, adjustment after adjustment. An entire family continuing with Dr. Diane Risco for years is not an accident. It reflects a level of care that remains steady well beyond a single successful appointment. The defining quality here is clinical patience joined with practical judgment. A prescription can be technically correct and still fail in daily use, especially for sensitive eyes where a slight mismatch can mean headaches, strain, or visual discomfort. The exam is not treated as a rushed exercise in reaching a number. Time is spent refining the result until clear vision and actual comfort align. That care is especially evident with contact lenses. Samples are provided so the prescription can be tested under real conditions before committing: wear time, clarity, sensitivity, and comfort all matter once the lens leaves the exam room. That trial step reflects a clinician who understands that the final answer is not simply what measures correctly, but what performs well in ordinary life. Follow-up is handled with the same seriousness. If a prescription does not feel right afterward, returning for adjustment is treated as part of the care process rather than an inconvenience. Questions also receive thorough explanation, including broader eye-health concerns when they fall within Dr. Risco's expertise. That willingness to explain, reassure, and refine makes a meaningful difference, particularly when vision issues are not straightforward. Dr. Risco is clearly busy and in demand, but the appointment itself never feels disposable. The value is not merely accuracy; it is the insistence that accuracy must translate into comfort, clarity, and usable vision. That is why the care has remained worth returning to for years.

    Dr Risco is very good at her job. Professional,knowledgeable,personable. Absolutely would recommend…read morescheduling an eye exam. Friendly staff ,reasonable priced exam.

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    Timothy P Olinger, OD - This is the office of Dr. Olinger with a birthday banner for me

    Timothy P Olinger, OD

    4.5(77 reviews)
    1.6 mi

    Yesterday I had my yearly exam, I wanted to write my review but my eyes were dilated so I had to…read morewait. Anyway, yesterday was my birthday & I had never been there on my birthday but a happy birthday banner was there, I could not believe it. My appointment was in the morning, & that meant I ran into their lunchtime, I was not rushed, I was not told to come back after lunch, I was well taken care of & treated with kindness. I can not say enough good things about the office staff. They treat me like I am their only customer. I have the most interaction with Sylvia J., awesome does not describe the way she treats me. Rosa D. & Angie C. are awesome also, we talk but since I wear contacts, my main focus is that, I do get glasses once every 3 or 4 years & their treatment is one in a million. Claudia V deserves more than an honorable mention, I'm learning more about her with each visit. I started going to D. Olinger when his daughter was 6, she is now 19. Time does fly. Upon retiring, he did not accept my insurance & that did not stop me from continuing service, I am a cash patient & that is a true testament to the professionalism & compassion of Dr. Olinger & his staff, keep up the good work Sylvia, Claudia, Rosa, Angie & of course Dr. Olinger

    I had an EXCELLENT experience at Dr Olinger's office! Right from the beginning of checking in, to…read morethe pre-testing, exam and ending in Optical--top-notch treatment! I've had many eye exams over the years and nothing came close to what I experienced with Dr Olinger. He was so patient and thorough and did tests that I have not seen before that made me feel extremely confident in the prescription results. He explained everything to me so clearly and I could not ask for a better Optometrist! Angie and Rosa in the Optical department were so welcoming and helpful in my frame and lens choices and also felt confident with their expertise. They have a virtual reality headset that takes measurements for my progressive lenses and this is something else you don't experience at most Optometry offices! I cannot wait to get my glasses!!! EXCELLENT 5 STAR EXPERIENCE!

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    Timothy P Olinger, OD - What a surprise and honor! We were humbled to receive the unsolicited nomination of FAVORITE OPTOMETRIST. Thank you to our patients

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    Priority Vision Optometry

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    5.0(9 reviews)
    1.3 mi

    The BEST optometrist I've had since I was a kid!!! I wish all doctors, dentists, etc had her level…read moreof attentiveness and care. Dr Fermin is incredibly thorough, knowledgable, professional and very caring. You can tell she truly values the interpersonal relationship with her patients and is service-oriented. I live in West LA and drive down here to see Dr. Fermin because the service is the very best. This may seem like a hyperbolic review but it's been challenging finding optometrists (or doctors) whom have a great bedside manner and spend time w/ their clients. My previous optometrist was always trying to oversell and it gets annoying even when you've declined multiple times. I have a high prescription, differing astigmatism in both eyes and did not have my previous Rx with me at the time of my exam so Dr Fermin had her work cut out for her and my prescription was spot on! Dr. Fermin works with you to find the best contacts/lenses that work with your lifestyle and usage. Laura, the Office Manager is always sweet, helpful and responsive with her replies and scheduling. For a caring professional experience COME HERE!

    The Dr. And her assistant both came to our roll call and hosted a presentation for us, I had not…read morehad my vision checked for years due to not having insurance so i went by for a visit. Turns out I needed glasses and life is so much better now. I love the customer service here, and their dedication

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    Manhattan Beach Vision Group

    Manhattan Beach Vision Group

    4.6(262 reviews)
    2.7 mi
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    I needed to get an eye exam and new glasses, so I decided to give Manhattan Beach Vision Group a…read moretry as it was highly recommended by one of my friends. Upon contacting them, I was able to quickly and easily make an appointment to be seen. Within a few minutes of speaking with the receptionist, I received an email with a link to complete the new patient forms. It was recommended to complete online to expedite my upcoming visit. Just like over the phone during my initial call, the staff was incredibly friendly, professional and efficient. Shortly after checking in, I was whisked away to begin the eye exam where I was helped by the optometrist's assistant Max, who was great! Next, I was seen by Dr. Pham, who completed the exam. She was super friendly and thorough. She was not rushed and took the time to answer my questions. Last, but certainly not least, I was then escorted to pick out and get fitted for glasses by Wendy. Not only was Wendy friendly and professional, but she was SO helpful in helping me understand my insurance benefits. Again, I was not rushed. In fact, she encouraged me to take my time, so that I could find the right pair of glasses. Plus, she went over all of the lens options, which was very helpful! All in all, it was an outstanding experience, which was executed by a very well-trained, friendly and professional staff. I highly recommend Manhattan Beach Vision group!

    DANGEROUS MEDICAL NEGLIGENCE. THIS IS A UNCARING CORPORATE FACTORY POSING AS A SMALL LOCAL…read moreBUSINESS. Warning to the South Bay: This is NOT the local, caring optometry office it pretends to be. They are part of VSP Ventures, a massive corporate giant (Google it & see attached pic), and it shows. They treat patients like numbers on a spreadsheet, not humans and repeatedly got my eye exams wrong. The Negligence: For six years, they failed to diagnose a standard condition I've had since 2017. In July 2025, Dr. Lee removed my astigmatism correction entirely. When I explicitly told her I couldn't see and questioned the prescription, I was dismissed. A manager promised to call me back--no one ever did. The Result: I spent months driving with dangerous, blurry vision and wasted over $3,000 on 9 pairs of useless glasses because I thought better glasses would help me, but the problem was their incompetence. I finally went to a new independent doctor (Leaf Optometry), who immediately diagnosed the issue and confirmed Manhattan Beach Vision Group has been getting it wrong for years after looking over all my previous prescriptions. Do not trust your eyes to this factory. They care about volume, not accuracy. Go to a real local doctor who actually listens and cares.

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    3.1(75 reviews)
    0.7 mi
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    I used to come to this place for my glasses and my famyly and even refered some friends. But the…read morelast two years have been only bad experiences with them. My daughter and I got twi pair of glasses and both were biofical missplaced wich caused us twi trips more in order for them to fix them. Then unfortunately, really liked another pair of glasses but one of the arm broke after barely one month of purchased. They refused to fix them, instead they gave me an address where a guy can fix them. Really bad experience from them after guving them three chances to do business with me, my family and some friends. Also please be aware of their "specials offers2 pairs for the price of $89 cause after you take the eye exam, they start adding, a bunch of thins that you supposely really need in them.

    I wish I would be able to rate a zero. I went in with my husband looking for glasses using my…read moreinsurance and had the worst experience ever. Totally unprofessional and no regard for customers. We were directed to a fairly new employee to place the order and was told that someone will shadow him in the process. Poor guy had so much trouble. I was seeing him click random buttons on the computer and get error messages. The girl that was supposed to to be shadowing him was at the counter with all the other girls laughing and talking having a blast. All these girls were complaining to each other about other customers with us being present. So disrespectful. Meanwhile this guy in training breaking his head with us trying to figure out how to process the insurance. I kept looking around to see if they even cared to step in and help and nothing. To say I was enraged is an understatement. I want to make sure I say this guy was so sweet and apologetic but it was not his fault. Poor management and unprofessional team.

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