Wonderful experience here the staff was fantastic everything went smoothly and quickly; I love my…read morenew glasses Just read one of the negative reviews I had an opposite experience and I'm on Medicare. I would highly recommend them

A VERY rare practice and eye frame optical shop: just 15 minutes from downtown St Paul. Dr Alan…read moreLee (35+/-), educated at Univ of Wisconsin Madison Med School and the New England School of Optometry Boston, handles eye EMERGENCIES, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, pink eye, foreign object removal etc etc. I needed to have a very complex eye lense made because of an elevator accident 5 years ago. So it took a lot of research to find a SKILLED optician with full medical training. I wanted to AVOID at all cost going to a MASS MERCHANT like Pearle Vision, etc etc. I was shocked to find Dr Alan Lee's shop and practice so close to 94 East on White Bear Lake Road, and it was SPACIOUS modern with a carefully planned broad selection of glass frames from designer to moderate. (They also carry contact lenses.) I have a background years ago in fashion merchandising ( BloomingdalesNYC right out of college), and i found the selection surprisingly very good. Dr Lee majored in biology and neurobiology at U of Wisconsin Madison Med School and received his Doctor of Optometry in Boston at the highly respected New England College of Optometry. He was relaxed, friendly, not rushed and carefully checked all details of my prescription and exact placement of the various complex components of my special lenses. He has an assistant to help and appointments are advised. They accept all insurance and i had zero problems with this process. I received my new frames and lenses in less than 2 weeks. This is a rare find.

The entire staff at Art of Optiks is FANTASTIC! Dr. Whitman and Dana, in particular, could not be…read moreany better!!

Exam was performed by a student, without my prior knowledge or identifying herself as such; I was…read morequoted a price for the contact lens evaluation, but was charged $130 more (no refund extended); information posted on their website was in no way evidenced during my visit; I had to ask 3 times and have yet to receive a valid contact lens prescription. Beware, based on my experience, Art of Optiks is a company that literally practices the "art of optics," saying one thing but doing something different. I was very disappointed with the service I received.

Terrible! Do not go here if you want someone to listen to you. I went to get a contact lens…read moreprescription and still do not have one after two office visits with Dr. Ruhland. Take your business somewhere else - I certainly will.

My entire family of five have been coming to family eye clinic for over 10 years. We are always…read morehappy with not only our apts but our frames. We come on often for adjustments and are always treated with a smile.

Recently went to Drs. North and Watson just for an annual eye exam and to get a new prescription…read morefor contacts. During my appt, they were training someone new to use the machines. While the primary eye doctor was there supervising, the trainee was incredibly incompetent. What should've been 5mins to run these few tests took over 30. I had to ask multiple times for her to clarify what I was supposed to do during the tests. At one point the trainee even hit my eye with the machine. However the biggest issue was the front office staff - they were quick to complain about any inconvenience. As I in the sitting area waiting, I overheard them complaining about customers and how a certain customer was a "massive headache". Probably not the time and place to be complaining about customers when customers are in earshot! The exam itself went fine. Dr. Olson was quick and pleasant. A little annoyed that I was left sitting around for 25mins during my contact lens check appt only for the doc to spend about 30 seconds checking out my lenses. But that wasn't the Doctor's fault, just poor scheduling. Also, I've never had to come in for a second "contact lens check" appt in my life - complete waste of time. The attitude and behavior of the rest of the office team is not worth coming here. Also beware about ordering contact lenses from their office. I was able to order them online for about $200 cheaper than they were quoting (and got them delivered in 4 days vs 5 weeks that the office was estimating).

I was very happy with my exam overall. I used my insurance since they told me that would be the…read morecheapest way to go. I asked for an up front estimate of how much it would cost with or without insurance, but they were not able to give me even a rough ballpark? When I got the EOB from my insurance & the bill from the doctors - my jaw hit the floor!!! I have gotten my eyes examined at various LensCrafters offices throughout the years and I have NEVER been charged more than $100 for an eye exam (and no, I didn't get a contact lens fitting after they told me the up front cost for that)..Let alone HUNDREDS of dollars!!! and that is after my insurance paid for over $100 of the bill. RIDICULOUS. Additionally, I spent over $700 on glasses next door and they were running a "free exam with purchase" promotion, but apparently that didn't apply?!? I am still trying to work this out with them, but I REFUSE to pay their obscenely inflated price.

They don't even deserve a One Star..... I regret ordering Prescription Glasses for my Son from…read morethem..... They Don't answer when you call, they don't callback when you leave a message. After a whole month of waiting for my son's Glasses, they're telling me now that they didn't even order anything. reason they don't tell. Don't go there plz.

Been seeing Dr. Broeker for years now. It's always a pleasure and I feel like my eyes are in good…read morehands.

Great service by all but a special call-out to Mikala who handles the eye glasses part…read more I selected frames that were not a good fit for me (my doing). I was afraid I was stuck with them. I called and spoke with Mikala and she went way out her way to get me into the correct frames and lenses. I simply cannot thank her enough for making this a very positive experience!

Was able to get in for an eye appointment within a month, with no insurance, this optometrist…read moreoffers reasonable Eye exams. Quick and easy appointment, friendly optometrist... And a very fast selection of eyewear.

It was that time of year again.. time to get an eye and contacts exam and buy new everything. I…read morealways dread this because my prescription is so awful and changes every year, so I always need a new contact prescription and new glasses. On top of that, I hate wearing glasses because even after paying extra for the thinner lens, my lenses are so thick that I look ridiculous wearing them. This year was different. My insurance changed so I looked for a new eye care place near our home in Maplewood. I came across this location and chose it because they had Saturday hours and good deals through my insurance. My eye exam was quick and painless, and I came out with a new glasses and contacts prescription. I went to pick our glasses. Instead of searching through a ton of mediocre frames and waiting in line for what seems forever to get someone to assist you, I was helped quickly by someone that understands my style and need for a frame that goes well with my thick lenses. She walked me through all of my options and got me the cheapest set of the best glasses possible (anti reflective, thinner lenses, the whole 9 yards). After ordering them, I was led to the counter where I also ordered contacts and was given a rebate form to send in once I received them. A week later, my contacts arrived at my home and less than two weeks later, my glasses arrived. They are amazing! For literally years, probably 15 to give perspective, I've only worn glasses at night because I hate how I couldn't see as well with them and how bad they looked on me. Now I wear them whenever my eyes are tired or just for fun! It's so nice to be able to give my eyes a break, especially when I work overnights or long hours in the hospital. I highly recommend this place. They have a huge selection of awesome glasses, service is quick and painful, and the staff are all super nice and eager to help. So glad I came here!

I was here about 1-2 months ago and it was only the 2nd time i have ever had my eyes checked. I…read moreseen Dr Herde, she was amazing, very nice and professional. Sara her assistant was awesome at getting my exam started and ready for Dr. Herde to come in and take over. Sandy at the front desk also made getting paperwork done easy and efficient. Thank you to you all. I will defiantly be back yearly

Uptown Vision is the best. Years ago, I was part owner of optical stores in South Florida. Thus,…read moreI know the good from the bad. Uptown Vision is honest, corrects any lab errors (which is unbelievably common and the bane of every optical business), and offers better prices than the chain stores. In fact, Uptown Vision's prices beat almost everyone in the Twin Cities. Becca, the manager, is a fashion maven who knows what's in style and what fits your face. I am too particular, especially about tints, and Uptown Vision carefully reviews my color choices and shading percentages. Their frame selection is au courant, and they offer Blackfin, Masunaga, Andy Wolf, Maui Jim, and Dita, amongst others. Their optometrist is empathetic, listens, and thorough, plus Uptown Vision accepts most insurance policies. Trust me, it's the way to go in the Twin Cities.

GREAT place two pare of glasses for600 bucks! Nice sun glasses! Two ladies where nice had glasses…read moreguick!