My family has been going to this wonderful site for decades. I just picked up my new glasses with transition lenses and they are FABULOUS!!! My exam was accurate and my new glasses make the world so much clearer. Suzette is very gracious to work with and Steve is the BEST at ensuring the glasses fit well. read more

Great local optometrist and glasses shop. Took my son there for his glasses and they were very good with him. Takes insurance read more

Suzette gets 5 stars. Suzette is absolutely amazing and so patient. I think she is the optical tech and runs the show. She is organized and friendly. The optometrist gets 1 star. She didn't know if she was writing in the prescription for my right eye or left eye. Not a vote of confidence for her. read more

Suzette is an absolute joy and she treats you like you are the only person in the world while taking care of you. I truly appreciate her opinion, patience and her kindness. Suzette is the heart of Sterling Optical and Steve has got the numbers down! He'll make sure those glasses fit just right! Honestly, they make such a great team; you can't go wrong! read more

This place has very friendly and welcoming employees, who listen and are attentive to your need. Most likely the best optical I've been to on Upper West Side. read more

My one and only eye glasses place. Very hard working honest people. Suzette Is amazing, she goes the extra mile to make sure her clients are completely satisfied. Very good cozy location. I made a mistake a few months ago by going to elsewhere and huge mistake. Whom you get where you go makes all the difference in the world. Thanks suzette and team. read more

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I stopped in as I was visiting the city. I ran out of contacts and wanted to see if I could purchase a pair to get me through my trip. The lady working the that day was so helpful and got me exactly what I needed! I couldn't be more thankful for the courtesy and generosity of the location on the Upper West Side!!!!!! read more

I came to this location because of all the amazing reviews. They were all true!! Suzette was absolutely wonderful. She let me take my time and helped me pick out a pair of glasses that I loved. Then she was able to squeeze me in to pick them up before I had to leave the city. She, and Sterling Optical, are absolutely awesome. I 100% recommend!!! read more

Suzette and Steve were amazing! Warm, friendly and top notch service all around. Thank you!

The customer service and patient care at the Sterling Optical at 88th and Amsterdam cannot be beat. You never feel rushed or neglected. As other reviews have mentioned, Suzette is especially dedicated and accommodating. She went above and beyond for me, going out of her way to ensure that I would have contact lenses for an upcoming trip out of town when I waited too long to order my new boxes and wasn't sure they would arrive before I had to leave. Give this location a try, you won't regret it! read more

In December 2020, I went in and was treated royally...And, go the best fitting pair of glasses. Then, they broke earlier this week. I called, was given an immediate appointment, and multiple options for how to repair and/or replace these glasses. I chose repair, at 1/6th of the original cost...So, I saved a lot of money because of Suzette's suggestion...And, 16 hours after dropping off my glasses, I could see again. This has never happened. And, so, I will be back to Sterling Optical on the Upper West Side. Thank you, thank you, thank you, to Suzette for making all of this happen. read more

Couldn't recommend more highly. Both the doctor and Suzette at the front counter went above and beyond. It took several trials for me to settle on the perfect lenses, but they were thoroughly patient, and clearly only wanted the best choice for me. Have not been happier with any other lenses. read more

This place was a lifesaver. My glasses (purchased elsewhere) broke just as the city was shutting down because of the coronavirus. Came in hoping they could fix them. They fixed them right away without charging me, and were kind and reassuring at a time when we all could use that. Really grateful. read more

Prompt, friendly service for my son who had broken his glasses (from a different store). Great with kids and made everything easy and swift.

Amazing service, great selection and extremely knowledgeable. I have a complicated prescription and it wasn't an issue. I highly recommend Sterling Optical read more

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I had the most wonderful experience by chance, I walked into the store and asked for sunglasses (bought elsewhere) to be adjusted. Suzette and Steve were happy to accommodate, extremely friendly, made me an apt for later that day and the store was covid safe. I will definitely be sending my husband in next time he needs new glasses! read more

I love this store not only for their good glasses, but also because Suzette takes such good care of customers. She remembers our names and faces and has provided my family terrific service for several years. read more

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Very helpful and professional. The doctor fixed my daughter's glasses without charging us. Who does that these days ?

Sterling Optical on the UWS is 6 stars out of 5. Suzette is incredibly accommodating and helped me pick out a pair of frames I love. Steve and Suzette's attention to detail is unmatched and I highly recommend going to them for any and all optical needs! read more

Went back to get a checkup since my prescription changed back to normal. They are the nicest and friendliest optometrist on the upper west side. At a time where corporate stores are trying to take over the upper west side, its great to see a store like this. Support this type of store over the ones driving people out. Again friendly and professional service! read more

I had such a wonderful experience at Sterling Optical. I went a few weeks ago with a question about where I could find an eyeglass repair kit for my sunglasses. They informed me that the right kit can sometimes be hard to find and offered to fix my sunglasses for free within the next 45 mins! The staff is also incredibly friendly and personable. I would definitely recommend this business to anyone in need of prompt, quality service! read more

I was sold contact lenses outside of the box. I received 10 pairs for $23. Usually a 30-day supply of the Acuvue Moist 1-Day cost around $33 in store and $20 online. I was in a bind and needed contacts fast, and they had my prescription in stock. However, the cost and the fact that they were out of the box made me feel that I was sold samples to make a profit. I was in a rush and it didn't dawn on me that they should have been in a box. It is illegal to sell samples. Nor does Acuvue offer a 10-pack. So now I am a little concerned with my purchase. Additionally, if I hadn't checked the box, I would have received -1.75 for my left eye rather than -2.75 as my prescription states. I recently have moved to the UWS and was hoping to find a local place in my neighborhood. I am disappointed that this location was willing to lose a regular customer in order to make a small profit. I did feel this was serious enough to email Acuvue about the matter. I am awaiting their response and will then proceed to file a complaint with the BBB if I feel it is necessary. read more

I have lived in New York for almost 7 years, and due to ever-changing insurance, have visited many different optical stores around the city for my annual check up. Sterling Optical stands out as having exceptional customer and patient care. Suzette is professional, attentive, and efficient. The doctor I saw took her time during my exam, and suggested that I try two different prescriptions before returning at a later date with a decision. Once it was time to check out, I was simply given the information for my insurance plan without being hustled to make a purchase on the spot, something I've learned is a rarity in the optical world. I'm so glad I finally found this place, and intend to return in the future! read more

We were visiting New York City from out of town and my daughter had a contact lens emergency. The staff at Sterling Optical were amazing. They were courteous, knowledgeable and helpful. I called and they were able to see us right away, They saved our vacation and we are so grateful. Top notch customer service! read more

I have always had such a wonderful experience at Sterling Optical. Suzette is organized, friendly and very responsive. It's always super easy getting my contacts and I am so happy they are a part of the neighborhood. Thanks for always being so helpful and for taking such great care of your customers! read more

My husband and I had the pleasure of working with Suzette. We were both new to glasses and didn't know what our style was. She fit us for the perfect specs. She was patient and honest and wound up recommending glasses we might not have considered without her expertise. The turn-around time was quick and we are both thrilled. We recently saw a photo of both of us in our new glasses and we were so happy at the way we looked. Thanks again Suzette!! read more

Sterling Optical - My husband and I in our new glasses as recommended by Suzette. - Eyewear & Opticians Near Me - New York, New York

I've been going to sterling optical on Walt Whitman road in Huntington since I was 7 years old. I am now 51. They've always been pleasant and ultra accommodating. I went there today and it was all new people. The new doctor was fumbling around with all the equipment but was a nice guy. He said it was his first day filling in and was unfamiliar with everything. I asked what my insurance covered and the guy behind the counter said you can pick anything in the store. My son picked out the frames he liked the best and went in for his exam. When he was done with the exam the doctor gave the guy the prescription and he showed me a receipt of what everything was going to cost. It was 3 times what I expected so I told him I'll make an appointment for an exam for my wife and I during the week and we can discuss the price then. He kept wanting to explain to me why everything cost so much and I kept telling him that he can speak to my wife during the week when we come for our exam. I said we are probably going to get our glasses from somewhere else and asked for a copy of the prescription. For the first time in my life I was told no. At this point I knew he was frustrated and was starting to get nasty and what seemed spiteful. I asked him why do you have to be like that. He turned around and called me a fag and a cuk and started screaming at me calling me a pussy. Thank god im older and I had my son with me or I would've gotten into trouble. I've been going to that store for 44 years and not until today have I ever had a bad experience. read more

They are so nice and accommodating with a good selection of frames. Definitely recommend as best on UWS! read more

I moved to Brooklyn and still drive to the UWS to use Sterling Optical for my optometrist needs. So friendly, always on time. Great selection of glasses. Super helpful. Suzette is great! read more

Wonderful, attentive, and gracious service! Suzette and Steve are a great team. I don't normally write reviews for anything but wanted to take the time to do so after a recent visit because Sterling Optical deserves all these rave reviews! read more

First off, I'm super picky when it comes to doctors and anything of a medical nature as I've have been to my fair share of rude, dismissive places and doctors in all fields. Sterling is different. I have been going to Sterling since I was in grade school and I'm 41 now which should tell you how much I love this place and how wonderful all the staff are. The doctor at Sterling is thorough & takes the time to answer all your questions and shows she cares. The staff who has remained the same for years as well, are always gracious dealing with all the insurance questions and issues which have been a few since my insurance has changed quite a few times. They really take the time to help me find the right frames for my face, and their choices have turned out to be the ones I always get compliments on. The technician or frame doctor as I like to call him has always taken the time to fix my glasses when I have come in with a problem after accidentally sitting on them which happened more when I was younger. They are all very knowledgeable and Love their job, which shows in the warm welcoming way they treat you the minute you walk in. As long as these guys are around, I will be a forever customer. read more

Let the buyer beware! I went to this store with prescription in hand to use my insurance benefit for one pair of glasses. The store manager, so highly praised by other customers (cousins? relatives? neighbors?) informed me that my plan requires that I get both a new frame and the lenses. This was not true, but would have enabled her to bill the insurance company both for a new frame and for the lenses. She also told me that if I wanted to reuse my own frame, it would cost me $100 out of pocket. This was also untrue: I have reused frames with new lenses under the same insurance plan at other eyeglass providers with no charge to me. I withdrew this order and placed it with another optical provider that operates under acceptable ethical standards. read more

I don't even know where to start in telling you how wonderful this place is!!! it has been a place that I can go and get the best service at a moments notice.. Anything that I need ..optical attention or contacts at the last minute I can I tell you the owners are just the most reliable, professional, attentive people..Suzette is someone that you can call with your plight and she will do her best to help you resolve your situation!!I will go nowhere else for eyewear or any optical attention I need!Sterling optical on Amsterdam Avenue and 88th Street is the place to go if you want the best optical service! read more

My entire family uses the Sterling Optical on 88th Street. I started for contacts and had an excellent experience so I had my husband use them for his prescription and now I'm switching my daughter here from Cohens. The staff gets to know you very well and makes suggestions that are very helpful. It's rare to get this kind of service in Manhattan! read more

I bought a pair of glasses several months ago and I never wear them. The frame is just not comfortable. I stopped by their office and asked if there is anything I could do a about the arms, which feel too short. Suzette said that it is the nature of that particular frame and that it can't be fixed. She suggested I get a new pair of glasses. I explained that I had already used my insurance allowance for the year. She said their store offers 100% guarantee of satisfaction. She helped me pick out a frame where the sizing is more comfortable for me, and a week later I was in a new pair of glasses. Amazing customer service! read more

I get my contacts here. As many have mentioned Suzette is awesome and will take great care of you.

They are wonderful! I had some insurance woes and bad experiences with other places but Suzette was patient and kind and worked everything out for me! I was also sort of in an emergency situation and they were able to schedule me for the next day. The eye doctor was kind and knowledgeable. I had an overall great experience. read more

I've had an extremely busy work schedule and had tons of trouble getting my prescription from my optometrist. I called Streling Optical and spoke with Suzette who was absolutely amazing. Suzette was a huge help and even stayed late to help me. She was so sweet and knew exactly what to do when I told her I needed help. She was great and I am always getting my contacts from here going forward! Thank you so much!!!! read more

Can't say enough positive things about the good folks at Sterling Optical on UWS!!! Tried them out for a new pair of glasses as I live close by and heard good reviews about them. I was pleasantly surprised to find such real, genuine, non-pushy, friendly folks who really care about their craft and their customers! Suzette is a delight! So pleasant and professional! Even when my first pair of glasses didn't work out for me, the staff took the time and effort (no questions asked....) to redo my eye exam, find me a new frame, and adjust my prescription so I could actually see again. Wow! Not many places would go above and beyond like they do here. Many thanks to all of you at Sterling Optical on UWS!!!! Will 100% recommend to friends, co-workers, and family. read more

Amazing experience. Best glasses fitting I ever had, they're truly artisans with their work! They're extremely friendly and not pushy at all. I live around the corner so I'll definitely be back for my vision checkups. read more