This is one of the most professionally run business I've ever been to. The store is very clean and has a large selection of nice looking frames. The front desk staff is friendly and helpful. The technician is friendly and knowledgeable, and ran me through several diagnostics on very high tech machines. The doctor is outstanding, very thorough and provides excellent explanations of what she observes, what the options are, etc. The staff here is excellent, and this is a very well run business that provides high quality services. read more

Super friendly and helpful. The optometrist was great and the person helping me with the frames was super friendly and extremely helpful.

Dr. Schmitt is an excellent optometrist. He listens and really tries to solve my eye/vision issues without giving up. He offers state of the art testing. His staff is also amazing. I had a change of insurance but returned to see Spectacle as soon as I could. read more

Always excited to visit Spectacles. Everyone from the front desk personnel, assistants, doctors and salespeople. Go above and beyond!!

Great tech and doctor. Modern equipment, quick assessment and they took my insurance.

Refined selection of frames and attentive staff with good style. They use modern equipment and techniques for the eye exams.

I'm in my 50s and have worn corrective lenses since high school. This was by far the best eye exam I have ever done. They use all of the latest high tech machines and the optometrist was very professional and friendly. My only reason for not giving Spectacles 5 stars is the cost of thier frames and lenses. read more

Spectacle is so great - I'm always impressed at how dialed in their customer service is. Their office is immaculate and everyone working there is super professional and friendly. read more

Dr Marc is my go to for all of my eye care, including Medical oriented and dry eye. I discovered him on yelp years ago by reading reviews and have never been disappointed. I am always excited to see him and receive his excellent care. read more

Semera Said was super friendly and helpful - he even invited my dog in when I tried to leave her out front. I was in and out of there within 30 minutes having decided on the perfect pair of sunglasses and RX glasses (fyi they had 2nd pairs discounted). Super quick and seamless process and Semear has a great eye for frame shapes/styles for your face. He customized his own glasses - pretty BA. All very high-quality glasses with many super fun and unique ones too. read more

Spectacle - The sunglasses I came home with.... - Eyewear & Opticians Near Me - Portland, Oregon

I am obsessed with Spectacle. Fantastic care team. I've had two different optometrists here and they were both phenomenal. The staff in the front of house are all great as well. Super cute shop. They have a good selection of glasses. It could be more expansive, but I've always found what I like. The selection is also on the pricier side but they're a very cute boutique in NW, it's to be expected. Overall, their staff are all great and the boutique feels very warm and friendly. 10/10 :) read more

I had an excellent first visit @ Spectacle! Super kind staff, thorough testing and Dr. Gwen Bui kept me informed throughout my eye exam. She was super nice! Their eyeglass selection is exceptional with great brands, styles and there was zero pressure to purchase from them. I highly recommend Spectacle for your eye exams and glasses! read more

I love going to Spectacle in Beaverton! Dr. Tran is marvelous, such a good communicator and knowledgeable, reassuring provider, and the whole team is stellar. Today Ms. Garcia straightened my favorite frames beautifully (after I'd accidentally bent them at home) and patiently helped me find the best deal on a new pair. The space is artsy, spotless and light-filled, an all-around fun place to spend a morning while completing a yearly checkup. Bonus: parking is a breeze! read more

great place great service people friendly and very helpful very impressed and good selection read more

Jessica was amazing she booked my appointment for the Beaverton location and they took care of me. Thank you!

I've been to several places for eye glasses in Portland and the surrounding area and I gotta say, this place has the most frames and more frames that are reasonably priced but not cheap feeling! (Price range: ~$200 to over $500) They also have a wide selection of sunglasses that most places don't have! The people are also very friendly. Surrounding parking can be a bit tricky but worth it! The best part place for frames in Portland, hands down! read more

It had been almost 8-9 years since my last eye appointment, so I was due for an exam. I was drawn to Spectacle due to location and cleanliness. They were able to schedule me quickly and the exam itself was a lot more pleasant than I had experienced years ago at my local hospital. The process was quick and streamlined. Going over the results was incredibly educational as well. The entire staff was kind and I loved that fact that they assisted with finding the right pair of glasses according to my face shape. (Honestly, I get overwhelmed with choices so having someone chime in is always welcomed!) They were also very clear with insurance and costs up front. Overall, great experience and highly recommend! read more

To finish the story in my previous review: the glasses were still not right. I was literally seeing crooked. I knew at this point Spectacle was going to just continue to gaslight me, so I went to my regular eye doctor's office and explained the situation. The optician there was extremely helpful and figured out that the axis in my left eye was off significantly. My eye doctor even showed me what I was supposed to be, and what they made the glasses at, and it was wildly incorrect. She provided me with the terminology to use when I contacted Spectacle again, and they finally listened to me, determined they had made a typo entering my prescription, were apologetic, and I finally have functional glasses after 3 months of back and forth. Mistakes get made. I understand this. We are human, but why didn't they suggest to recheck my prescription to see if they made a typo? Why did I have to advocate for myself so hard and do the work to figure this out? I'm not the optical professional here. And to repeatedly gaslight me into thinking I was the problem is unacceptable and inexcusable. Then, when I finally went back to get my glasses with the correct prescription, they even suggested AGAIN that I just try them on over my contacts! You'd think knowing the problem was the lenses, this wouldn't even be a suggestion. Getting glasses here was mentally exhausting! In short, go somewhere else. Anywhere else! read more

I wish I could give them more than 5 stars! My experience at my most recent eye doctor was terrible (EyeHealth NW on Lombard) and I was pretty sure my prescription wasn't right after they'd replaced the lenses twice. And they made me feel like it was me and not an issue with the prescription. My experience here was one of the best I've ever had and I've been wearing glasses for almost 40 years. I loved that they are using modern screening techniques that include glaucoma screening without that annoying puff test or dilation. I really liked Dr. Bui and look forward to seeing her every year for my annual exam . She's friendly and down to earth. She took the time to explain one of the issues that came up in my previous exams and even showed me pictures of my optic nerve. She also addressed the reason for my night vision not being great which isn't something that any other doctor has brought up. Overall, she seemed far more knowledgable than my previous doctors and I felt validated. read more

As most of the reviews here are for glasses, I thought I'd chime in and share my contacts-fitting experience! I haven't had vision insurance for three years, so when I finally got the hookup I set up an optometry appointment faster than you can say "four-eyes". I was sure that my vision must have changed in those three years, but more importantly, I was finally going to do it. Pull the trigger. Jump in with both feet. Start wearing contacts. You see, I'd been a full-time glasses-wearer for nearly a decade, and I'm okay with that, but I was kind of starting to miss my face. Glasses were less a part of my identity and more of a permanent fixture on my face and I was wondering what life would look like without 'em. So I gathered my courage, resolved to overcome my irrational fear of losing lenses behind my eyeballs and made the leap. Spectacle made the transition so easy. After three years without an eye exam, I received a super thorough one, testing my eye health, the size of my iris (I think?), the status of the oil glands in my eye (that's a thing) and more factors I can't even recall. The machinery they use is pretty high-tech - none of the vision-blurring dilation drops and squint-inducing puffs of air on your eyes! After having everything about my eyeballs photographed and measured by the friendly and competent assistant, I met with Dr. Ngo, who went over my results. To my surprise, my prescription hadn't really changed, and we opted to keep the same prescription for both eyes for ease's sake. Then she, with the patience of a saint, applied the first ever contacts to my eyes. This was a fairly dramatic experience, since I cannot stand to have anything coming near my eyes. It's a completely involuntary reaction, and makes things like eye drops and having my eye makeup done a particularly hilarious method of torture. I blinked and twitched and cried and apologized repeatedly, but Dr. Ngo was completely unruffled. Once she was finally successful, I felt like I'd run a marathon. Then they sent me off to the other assistant to teach me how to remove and apply contacts myself so I could be sent out into the world with some degree of confidence. Over there, I blinked and cried and apologized some more. It took forever. I got annoyed with myself, but my helper was patient, kind, and unperturbed. And she was right! I finally nailed it, and felt a sense of pride akin to potty training a particularly incompetent puppy. They sent me off with a stack of trial lenses and I was on my way, seeing clearly. As it turns out, I have dry eye, and contacts can be pretty uncomfortable for me. Dr. Ngo was very patient with me in this regard as well, and gave me additional trial lenses when the initial ones weren't working out as well as I would've liked. She wanted to ensure that whatever I ended up with was optimal for my eye health. Embarking on a new adventure of applying tiny plastic spheres to your eyeballs can feel daunting, but I felt like I had a partner wholly in my corner for the journey. I had a great experience at Spectacle from start to finish. read more

Alyssa at Spectacle was very knowledgeable and helpful in picking out frames for me. After looking at several frames Alyssa knew what best fit my face and personality! She also reviewed the change in my prescription so I had a better understanding. I would highly recommend Spectacle Portland and Alyssa! read more

Great vision care here. Kind staff. Also I love that they care about diverting from the landfill. They have helped me to recycle contacts before and also have helped me to clean my frames in tough to reach spots which extended the life of the glasses. Thank you !! read more

Spectacle - New nose pads and post cleaning my old glasses look so refreshed ! - Eyewear & Opticians Near Me - Portland, Oregon

This is not my normal optical office, but that may change. I have walked by the place several times and decided to stop in an take a look at their frames because of the unique sign on the side that only lines up from a certain angle. I was helped by Alyssa who adjusted my frames and making them feel great and even cleaned them up so they looked almost new! I'll be back as soon as my benefits renew. 5 stars. read more

2 weeks to get an appointment, 3 weeks to get glasses. They charged me for an eye test but skipped a machine because "they didn't have time". Couldn't fit me for contacts for same reason. Terrible communication, they text, email and call to confirm you will be there but never answer any questions. Tried canceling they processed the order anyway. Will never use them again! read more

Just had my eye exam and I gotta say this was a great experience. The examination was very thorough and very personalized. No demon puff machine in the eyes! Very advanced and felt like the newest technology was used. All my questions and concerns were addressed with great detail and explanations. read more

We visited 5 other places for sunglasses and this place hands down had the best selection and reasonable prices. The service is also warm, attentive without being pushy. Shout out to Semear for taking care of us and optimizing my frame arms with a heater so that my new shades hugged my face like custom glasses! I've had an eye exam here and that process was also remarkable for how easy and efficient it was, very little wait time on arrival, fantastic service start to finish. read more

I recently went in for a yearly checkup and decided to treat myself (finally!) to a new pair of glasses. I usually wear contacts, but it's nice to have a backup pair of glasses and I wanted some I could wear more regularly. My checkup went great, they're all very nice and accommodating at Spectacle. When I was there at any moment it could be quiet, then become a full house, yet I still always felt taken care of. After my checkup, Jessica helped me find the right pair of glasses, and wow did she ever! I'd say it was probably the best service experience I've ever had, she picked out so many it was like she knew exactly my style and likes immediately. I couldn't believe the issue I had wasn't trying to find a pair I liked, but rather, editing the picks I had down because I loved so many she gave me to try on. Jessica really took her time with me and found me the best glasses I've ever had BY FAR. I ended up with 4 PAIR which was a huge splurge but I loved them so much and they'll last for a long time. I couldn't give enough praise to Jessica and everyone there at Spectacle for what they do there, you can tell they all really have a passion for this stuff! read more

I don't appreciate the hard sell. I've been coming to Spectacle for 3 years now. I've historically had a nice experience, however I've never actually purchased frames here as they skew much too small for my (only slightly large) head. I feel like I've gotten really good attention and accurate prescriptions. However, my most recent experience was not good at all. Upon checking in, I was handed a tablet. It asked for my email, which I didn't realize was for a third party for marketing purposes. This started the appointment off on a really bad foot. I then went through the new silly augmented reality tests, intended to sell me on an extremely expensive lens upgrade (which won't be covered by insurance) to fix my "convergence issues". The graph they showed me of the very slight disparity between my eyes and the ideal was not convincing. The majority of my appointment with the optometrist was spent listening to a breathless marketing spiel. This last visit was quite upsetting and really put their business model into perspective. I hate feeling taken advantage of in a medical setting and I would no longer recommend this office. read more

Like so many others, I've had nothing but stellar experiences at Spectacle. Dr. Schmitt has been able to find workable solutions for my rather difficult vision situation (nearsighted and farsighted with an astigmatism), even fitting me in daily contacts, which are a dream come true! And last year when he diagnosed me with dry eye, I thought I was doomed to be rubbing my dry, sore eyes forever. But no! He put me on a simple regimen of Omega pills and an eye mask and a year later my eyes are almost completely healed! He's truly gifted and such a nice man. Are their glasses insanely expensive? Hell yes! But they're also the best glasses I've ever had. I have a pile of Warby Parker glasses that are cute (and fine for working in the yard or paddling down a river), but when I want to look cute and feel ultimate eyewear comfort, I always reach for my Lindbergs, which I discovered at Spectacle (and now have two pair). The best! I really hope my insurance never stops covering this awesome spot. read more

I visited Spectacle last month to get my first pair of glasses and was blown away by my experience! They followed COVID guidelines and I felt safe throughout my whole appointment. The staff was very friendly and understanding that this was my first pair of glasses. I wasn't sure what to expect but the Technician Addie was wonderful in explaining all the exams and pictures she was taking of my eyes. She even helped me pick out my glasses! Im very happy with my first pair of glasses!! I would highly recommend Spectacle to all family and friends! read more

Amazing staff! Every person explained in detail the exam components, and the doctor spent a crazy amount of time explaining several parts of the exam that I had never known or heard before. Jessica was helpful but not at all pushy. She found some frames that I might like while I had my eye exam and she spent so much time helping me choose. I am delighted to have found this place. read more

I went to Spectacle for an annual appointment, eyeglasses, and a follow up appointment. Every single time Dr. Ngo and the crew here were so friendly and could not have been more helpful. It was truly a great experience and I'm sure I will be back. I ended up with a pair of Monoqool frames although they have a great selection of brands I don't see often: Monoqool, Ditta, Raen, etc read more

Had such a lovely eye checkup here. I have been dealing with some vertigo problems and was directed by a Dr to get my eyes checked. My first thought was that it was going to be a waste of time, seeing that I have perfect vision. Wow was I wrong. Dr. Trang did a series of eye exams to check my eye health. This led to my doctor and health care providers figuring out what was causing vertigo. Dr. Trang worked tirelessly looking through my photos and exam charts and found that I had a high blood pressure burst in one of my eyes. I can't say thank you enough for her professionalism and eagerness to provide the best customer service I have ever had. I would highly recommend this place. It's gorgeous and conveniently located off of 23ed. They do a lovely job with the plants and the space is very well lit naturally with light. Can't wait for my next checkup ! Thanks again Dr. Trang ! read more

I had a truly great experience at Spectacle. All the people there were so helpful and pleasant. I especially wanted to call out Samir. He was tremendous at his job and I get complements on my specks everyday. Would highly recommend visiting this establishment and ask for Samir. read more

Semear & Avante were incredible in choosing beautiful frames, fitting the frames perfectly, and providing exceptional customer service! Thank you to Spectacle! read more

After several years of struggling with reading glasses and blurry vision, I went to Spectacle for my first ever eye exam. The staff all seem highly competent and they were able to restore my vision to better than 20/20, which I appreciate a great deal. However, they charged me $720 for a pair of glasses that cost me $130 at zenni.com The less expensive (approx. $30) Zenni frames even seem sturdier than the "handmade in Germany" $180 Spectacle frames. The lenses are almost exactly the same, I chose the highest priced options in both cases. I don't mind paying $720 (plus the exam fee) to have my vision restored. On the other hand, I can't have any confidence in a business that charges me $590 more than another for the same product. I've gone through about 30 pair of Dollar Tree reading glasses, which cost $1 per pair. I've also had numerous Foster Grant reading glasses, which cost $10 to $30. The leap to $720 is shocking. read more

I've been here twice and each time was amazing service! First Jessica helped me out and then Gustavo. These two are such an asset to Spectacle! Thank you both for all your help. I'll be back again for sure! Also a good nod to Izzy at the Beaverton location. Thanks for making my transaction go so smoothly. read more

Gustavo took great care of me as a first-time patient to Spectacle PDX. My frames suit the look and style I was going for, fit perfect, the prescription is spot-on (it isn't always perfect with other providers), and Gustavo helped me navigate my insurance benefits with a quick & accurate out-of-pocket total!! Down to earth, professional, skilled staff whom are easy to work with and are great at what they do! read more

This could have been a simple matter, whereby they happened to get a customer that needed more clarity than staff was ready for. They could have just admitted that, but they were disingenuous in their versions of what happened, and got other staff involved on that level. i made a new patient appointment and when i checked in, i made it clear i did not want any tests or services that would not be covered by my insurance plan. Upon check out, the staff person said i owed $90. for a contact lens fitting. i told her that i had spoken to Korin at check in, and been assured i was not going to be charged any out of pocket amount. Alysa returned and said, "i made a mistake. you won't be charged" Now the gaslighting begins, and i am spending a lot of time, going back and forth, with them saying i will be charged for the fitting if i do not purchase contacts from them, that are on my insurance plan's formulary, which i have been advised by them, only covers single vision lenses, (i have worn multifocal contact lenses for about a decade now) Now they are saying that at check in, they printed and highlighted that info for me to take home. .....uhhhhhh.... if they had simply done that, this review would not be happening. read more

GREAT EXPERIENCE! the staff at spectacle are so friendly. let me phase this out. setting up an appointment: Cesar who i communicates with virtually has a very friendly personality. he was very helpful when it comes to getting the details ironed out with the insurance and confirmation of the appointment. the day of the appointment: the ladies at the front desk were working so well together, one lady hasn't even said she needed assistance for me to get started, the other lady already had the computer up and running. the only thing left to do was for me to fill it up. eye test: Sarah she has such a bubbly personality that sitting next to those high tech machines seems like a breeze. she explained exactly what i needed to do in order for her to capture whatever she needed to get during those test. Dr. Tran - she's so friendly and knowledgeable. she ensured that i understood the images of the test and aware of the changes to my vision compared to the current readings on my lenses. and the last part, picking out that chic glasses! i was transitioned to James, who just like everybody else in the whole experience has a vibrant personality. he simplified the insurance jargon and ensured that the finance part of the visit was simple and transparent. he was very personable and has an eye for detail. now i understand why my friend spoke so highly of spectacle. thank you for a great overall experience. now it's time to wait for the glasses read more