Eyeglass World – San Diego

Sure they have cheap crappy frames for a low price, very nice. I got the Ray-​ban frames they have at $ 199 at Amazon for $ 65. Otherwise they have lousy selection of garbage if that’s what you want.

I want to begin on a positive note… the people are very nice. From there I suggest you really to your homework. The commercials and window signage will have you believe you, too, can have «two pair for $ 78». IF you are a person with single vision, have no need for any coatings or transitions and want the most basic of glasses, this may be a fit for you.
I did my homework on their website and determined that because I require bi-​focals (or progressive lenses), I would be starting off at a baseline of $ 178 for two pair (basic frames: $ 78 + $ 100 for progressives). Not bad, really. But wait, there’s more. The $ 100 progressives are quickly pushed to the side as they show you how much better the vision is with the $ 160 version. Oh, and if your eyesight requires ANY form of thick lenses, they will be sure you include the polycarbonate (thin) lenses for just $ 110 more. Oh, and if you like the transition (light sensitive) feature you’ve likely enjoyed for many years, add another $ 100. Oops, you want anti-​reflective coating? $ 60. And for just $ 25 more you can get a one-​year replacement policy.
So, for the second pair, they will let you choose a lesser cost frame, the same lenses, include the polycarbonate for no extra charge, and will discount the additional features. My final estimate for something similar to what I’ve been wearing for years: (two pairs, mind you), is $ 688.95 after a «generous» $ 21 discount. The numbers just made me cringe.
I realize that the eyeglass industry is one of the most marked up out there, and many people DO pay $ 300 to $ 500 for glasses, but it simply doesn’t have to be that way. I’ve always used a membership warehouse optical department and this time I really thought I could do better by following the advertising glitz and glamour of Eyeglass World. After collecting my jaw from the floor, I went directly to that membership warehouse store, found a few awesome frames from which to choose, added all the features I wanted and they rang up with a grand total of $ 209.98. I could have added a second, complete pair for $ 184.98 and would have STILL been ahead $ 293.99.
Please do yourself a favor and just go into your visit with your eyes wide open. Compare prices and decide if you REALLY can’t do better elsewhere. This, in my humble opinion, is classic BAIT & SWITCH.

I went to a few other eyeglass stores before selecting Eyeglass World and compared. Eyeglass World had a great eye doctor who did my eye exam and gave me a new prescription the day that I walked in. Then Viviana took excellent care to help me select the right eyeglass frames and lenses, and understand the various options. She also worked hard to ensure I got the most discounts, and their prices were very reasonable. The selection and value and staff at their new Eyeglass World store in the Town Center-​Clairemont shopping area (next to Michael’s Crafts) is the best, and I couldn’t be happier with them.

Ann was amazing I came in my glasses were broken and I need an eye exam they were so very helpful Dr. Tran was amazing I recommend this place 100 times over

I just popped in here on my day off. Turns out they’re new to the neighborhood just two weeks now. They have a respectable range of frames and prices. They even have a section dedicated to high-​tech smart glasses. The girl that helped me was very friendly and helpful. Appears they are still getting established and things sorted out but I would say all for the better.