Iris Optometric Center

I just got my second pair of frames from Iris, and they’re one of the best small businesses I’ve visited in Oakland. They’re experts on finding out what your style is while also having an eye for what will look good on you so it makes the shopping experience fun and easy. They also have some of the most fun styles around, and the quality of both pairs I’ve gotten has been great. Most importantly, the staff is just awesome. They’re super friendly and so good at what they do that they recognized my frames that I had bought 3 years ago when I walked in.

I've been going to Iris for years now and have bought many fantastic glasses from them. Their exams are comprehensive and never feel rushed. Plus they are a breeze to schedule with (hard to say for many places!) But more importantly their selection of frames is top notch. Plenty of unique, handmade, well-designed options you won't find elsewhere. Plus, they work with a high quality lab (which is now covered by insurance thanks to their lobbying!) with lenses which offer great longevity. And on top of it all they're a small business that keeps Piedmont local. Cannot recommend highly enough.

The quality here is top-notch! Their lenses are the most durable I’ve ever owned, I get compliments just about every day on the frames I got there, and the customer-first approach is evident from the beginning of the exam through product selection and on through aftercare. Phenomenal staff and a white-glove treatment start to finish!

this is my favorite optometry and eyeglass shop in oakland. ive been coming here since 2019 and have always had a great experience. the optometrist, dr. lia pastorino, is incredible. first, the eye appointments are more spacious and longer than other places. dr. lia spent time explaining her findings, addressing my concerns of difficulty while driving at night, dry eye and eye fatigue (which the ophthalmologist had dismissed). she is such a compassionate eye doctor. iris takes vsp insurance, which is great! i did pay $39 extra for a digital retinal exam so that they didnt need to dilate my eyes, which was so worth it. afterwards, the staff helped me pick out amazing eyewear. they're incredibly talented at their job and you can tell they love helping folx pick out new frames. i love this s

The folks at Iris really put in the time to match me with the right glasses. I’ve come in like 20 minutes before closing and they spent every second finding the right pair for me, no complaints. The selection of frames is great and stylish - with lots of independent brands that each have their own stories. Great place to support locally!