Harborside Optical

Expensive beyond belief and poor service.

cost almost $300 for eye exam and contact fitting....

Hated this place, the sales people were rude and arrogant. Do not go if given the choice.

This place is great. I average a new pair of frames every 2-3 years and have done business with opticians in NYC, but I am so happy with the service here that I may be a lifer. The staff is super helpful and strives to find exactly what you are looking for; and if you're not sure (which is often the case with new glasses) they will guide you in the right direction. I have worn rimless Ti frames for 4 years and wanted something new that they described as "geek chic" - within minutes the staff had selected a few great pairs of frames.

The prices were amazing - with my VSP I got a vision exam for only $10 and an awesome set of Bvlgari specs (including incredibly thin lenses, anti-glare, the works) for around $300.

The service is great - Kimberly and Shaleen are both amazingly attentive & incredibly sweet, and Dennis gave great advice, even suggesting I order my frames 2mm smaller to better suit my face. They remembered me by name when I dropped in unannounced a week later to pick up the order. The doctor was nice too - he was a bit goofy but very friendly, and the exam was quick and painless.

All in all a great experience - check them out!