For Eyes Optical

I have had nothing but problems with the glasses I got here.
I was drawn in by a BOGO offer, so I bought two pairs. A plastic frame and a wire frame.
For some reason, the wire frames make me very dizzy and give me headaches and I took them in and they tried adjusting them, but I have just not been able to wear them comfortably. But since I got my plastic pair and mostly wear those, I didn’t go back in time to return them.
With my plastic frames, I already had to take them in to exchange the lenses when the lens coating started coming off at the bottoms of my lenses after 2 months. Here it is, not even 2 months after that and the coating is coming off again! I have never had this happen with any other glasses I’ve owned and I’ve been wearing glasses for the past 20 years! So it isn’t how I take care of them, they just use poor quality materials. I’m not sure if I should waste my time taking them back again and going without my glasses for a week while trying to use my «dizzy backup» wire frames.
Just very unhappy with the quality of product.
Their selection is ok, their customer service is ok but not remarkable. Nothing to outweigh the fact that I haven’t even had these glasses 6 months and they’re falling apart.
Honestly, the only reason I gave 2 stars was because the doctor is really nice, even though that’s somewhat separate from them, she doesn’t have her own Unilocal that I can tell.
I won’t be going back here. It’s no wonder the price was really too good to be true!

Bad business practices… VERY BAD ! I bought a pair of frames and thought they were too large for me. returned them within the contract time frame (about 2 days later). The employee said that was fine and that my insurance benefits for frames would be benefited back (after she put the lenses back into my old frames). No problem right? Well a few months later went to another Eyeglass business who told me my insurance blocked benefits. I called insurance who said For Eyes was blocking benefits /​claiming I purchased frames. I called for Eyes who referred me to corporate who told me they would take care of issue and contact my insurance provider. They never did. even after my insurance carrier told me to they had gotten verbal agreement from For eyes to restore my benefits but they never responded to multiple e-​mail requests. Finally my insurance carrier unblocked my benefits and backdated same. BBB will hear from me on this also. Beware.

I saw Dr. Ahmed a few weeks ago for an eye exam for both contacts and glasses. When I called, I was able to get an appointment in pretty much when it worked for me, minus Tuesdays when I was told doctors are not available.
While I arrived early for my appointment, I was a bit dismayed that I had to wait over 20 minutes after my appointment time to be seen (my only assumption is that the guy ahead of me was late). It did give me time to peruse the glasses they had. It appeared many (most?) were old and had been sitting there quite a while, as noted by the scotch tape holding some of the worn price tags onto the frames. Prices varied from $ 100-​$ 160 — even for the rattier ones. Needless to say I decided I’d look for frames elsewhere. Dr. Ahmed saw me soon, though, and apologized for the wait, so all is forgiven!
She was very thorough with the exam, to the point of examining my old glasses and, after the machine tests, used a tablet to show me pictures of my optic nerve and macula. I’ve worn glasses for 26 years and, while I know technology has improved tremendously over that time, I’ve have never had such a thorough exam! She also explained different contact options and checked to see how a «more breathable» contact (AirOptix, specifically) fit on my eye.
There were no pushy sales tactics, and when I asked about cost (per box) for the AirOptix, the nice receptionist looked up the information in a binder, and then walked me over to the glasses area to see if there were coupons/​rebates. (They also hooked me up with some free contact solution and case.) The trial pair were fine until the next day, when I felt they were too big and moving around. As such, I’m thinking I’ll stick to my old Acuvue brand at least for now.
They don’t take BCBS and I no longer have separate vision insurance, but they DO offer a 10% discount. As a result, the exam for both contacts and glasses was $ 100 even.
I really liked Dr. Ahmed’s disposition, and I wouldn’t hesitate to see her again: I’d rate her alone 4 – 5 stars. I just wasn’t impressed with the rickety glasses selection that For Eyes offered. I’ll also be calling them back soon to see how much they charge per box of my old Acuvues — hopefully they can compare to the big box stores!
Note: Called for pricing on those Acuvue 2’s. $ 24/​box?! (And I said I’d take 1 – 2 years worth.) Outrageous!
Dr. Ahmed is worth 4 stars, but not For Eyes.

As far as the eye doctor is concerned, he did a good job. My son went there for his exam. I had already had an exam elsewhere, but decided to go there for glasses, as they were cheaper. Well, in the instance, I certainly got what I paid for. No wonder they push the warranty so hard. They know their frames are garbage. My son’s didn’t even last 6 months before the arm fell off. There was nothing they could do about it either. They said we’d need to buy new frames. The arms on my frames are very loose as well, like they are ready to snap off. I guess I can bring them in for tightening, but I think I’ll probably just go somewhere better and buy a better quality frame. 7 years ago I ordered from America’s Best, and even went with their cheap 2 for $ 69 deal. I still have those glasses! I will never come back to For Eyes. They were not very accommodating.

Just a quick update since there’s a new doctor here. Dr. Burke decided he wanted to work closer to home — but have no fear, Dr. Ahmed was super sweet, friendly and no hassle. There is another doc who works one day a week, too; the receptionist, who’s been there forever, told me he is also very nice.
They also have some new equipment, no need to get dilated anymore!
All in all still a very good experience with a pleasant staff.

Dr Ahmed. She was awesome. From the beginning to the end I had a great experience with her. I would highly recommend her to any one looking for an optometrist in this area. I would recommend dr Mujahid Saeed at Looksmart eye care if your in Naperville though! Lol but anyways the staff was amazingly friendly, and I especially liked their selection of frames. They didn’t have a million frames but the ones they had were the most up to date style wise.

After my last fiasco with a franchisey optical place — I’ve chose to remain glasses-​less for the last few years. My foggy vision and squinting ways started to get old after a while — tired of looking like a beaver! so I decided I’d try my luck again elsewhere
My daughter scooped up glasses a few years ago here — decided to give them a shot.
Completely different experience then what I had elsewhere
Everyone was super nice — and accommodating. The doctor not only went through the different exams — but also took time to let me try on a few pairs of contacts and remeasure and check prior to me leaving.
Prices were reasonable on the year’s supply I scooped up — and were ready to pickup after 5 days.
In — out — on my way!
and I can see once again!
Won’t go anywhere else.

Being that I’ve worn glasses since the age of eight, you might think that naming a place after a punny putdown for people who wear glasses would be a little off-​putting. After all, if you need glasses or contacts, and you look up the name «For Eyes,» there’s a chance you might not actually be able to *read* that they’re not *really* making fun of you.
There’s nothing funny about the service here, though. For Eyes has many types of lenses and frames for different budgets (Two complete pairs for $ 99 everyday), and offer in-​house exams to complete the one-​stop shop experience. They’ll even adjust glasses for free, even if you didn’t buy your pair there.
Just a few days ago, I stopped in and had a tech take a look at my «business-​on-​the-​top/​frameless-​on-​the-​bottom» pair that I bought about five years ago. I was in and out in a flash, and she even made a comment on how I might be due for a new pair soon. ‘Tis true. I use that pair as my «beaters», or… I don’t give an ish if I take a volleyball to the face while wearing them.
Read between the lines. For Eyes is good for eyes… and wallets too.

Even though I am not a patient, I called to get a referral for LASIK and all the staff were more than helpful! The doctor even chimed in and gave me a few numbers to try. Great service!

Dr. Burke — 10 Stars Not Just Five!
He is everything a doc should be. Professional, kind, competent, thorough, patient, answers questions and explains things in a manner that the average person can understand. Really makes you feel like he cares. And a nice man with a sense of humor ta boot! Doesn’t get any better than Doc B!
Thanks Doc :)
Jeannie Behling
For Eyes — The staff was very friendly and not at all pushy. They gave me their opinion of how they thought frames looked on me, but only when I asked. Whether it was good or bad. I so appreciated the honesty!
Thanks for an overall pleasant ecperience!
Jeannie Behling

The only good thing about this place is the dr who actually doesn’t work for four eyes but had «his office in their retail location» as the receptionist explained to my insurance co. Anyway. pushy sales, don’t get talked into something u don’t need. Manager who helped me pick frames was at least half friendly when I was choosing frames but when i went to pick them up a week later, didn’t greet me and simply acted like i was bothering them and told me «to have a seat over there». My frames were entirely wrong color and I asked to compare to the display frames, she said «oh they can be different lots so the colors might not be the same.» Well I’ve been wearing glasses for a long time and this never happened before anywhere else and the frames most certainly were not the same colors. I ended up getting the display frames bc they were the right color. I will not ever be back.

I had to write a review about the awesome experience I just had at this store! Wow! First Dr. Burke! He was the friendliest and most personable eye doctor I’ve seen. Totally professional, but explains everything And couldn’t be nicer!!! I was on the fence about progressive lenses and he gave more than enough info that I made the decision to try them out. Then out on the floor my sales associate, Tony, was there to help me through the selection. He put up with me trying on almost every frame in the store and asking «how do these look?» Or «do I look old in these?». Duh… I AM OLD!!! These are glasses. Not plastic surgery!!!
Anyway, after less than one week of adjusting to them, I went back today for a second pair at half off. Again, Tony was there to put up with me and offered his excellent service. Highly recommend this place. Great experience. Now I need a good plastic surgeon as I can see exactly how old I REALLY look.

Just stopped by to check out their frames which are covered on my vision plan (Davis) and the optometrist was VERY helpful. I am probably going to need bifocals for the first time, and he advised me on what size lens to go with so that I do not become frustrated with getting use to a different fields of vision. He took his time to go over each frame that I picked out and then ran my insurance information through their system to show me exactly how much I would have to pay out of pocket on each frame and lens. Now that’s customer service. I was so impressed, I booked my vision test that same visit!

Based on Unilocal reviews I made an appointment with Dr. Burke at ‘For Eyes Optical’, I was not disappointed. Dr. Burke was friendly and explained the tests he was performing and answered all my questions. The receptionist was friendly and attentive. No hard sell on any products. Thank you!

Terrific if you like hidden costs to surprise you at checkout. Anything but upfront on the cost of exams or lenses.

They know me here. Before I have never had to resort to a disguise. I used to walk in with my head held high. But they know me here.
That’s because I lost 10 pairs of glasses in 12 months!
Am I a klutz? Not really … everyone can back over their glasses from time to time, can’t they?
Do I teach thieves? No, no … my students are not thieves. Can I help it if one was so stressed out she took/​borrowed my glasses by mistake … and kept them?
Don’t you have pets? Don’t they like shiny, glitzy, glammy things to gnaw on?
Don’t you just love a real man? The kind that isn’t too proud to use a pair of your rimless wire framed readers to get his work done?
Well, thanks to For Eyes, I walk in without shame. Not only have they always treated me with prompt and courteous service … not to mention humor, but their designer selection is really nice and even if you opt for what they consider ‘El cheapos’, you still wind up with a great pair of glasses. Thanks guys! I should be due in there in about … 3 weeks.

Terrible commercial… rings true. Why pay more for your glasses (like I have) by getting them from somewhere else?
Since I wear contacts, I’m not overly particular about the glasses I wear (hardly ever), but the frames I picked out were designer, and I really like them. Plus, the lady that helped me kindly brought to my attention that if I purchased a years worth of contacts from them, I would receive a 50% discount on glasses. Awesome!
Literally, the glasses were a fraction of the cost of what I have previously paid elsewhere, and I got everything possible (thinnest possible to reduce my coke bottles, anti-​glare, transition lenses). Also, they price match on your contacts from anyone — even online retailers.
So, while I hate the commercial, I got really great glasses at a fraction of the cost.