Target Optical

I was in need of new glasses and came to Unilocal for help. I initially thought of the eye glass places we see on TV commercials but the Unilocalers on here educated me about the poor service provided by those establishments in the Fairfax area – Thanks Unilocalers!!! 16 of these fine Unilocalers also informed me of an optical place I would never have thought of – Target. The Unilocalers had almost all positive information about Target Optical so I decided to give it a try by going there today – just to look. I found the business to be super clean, attractive, and modern with a great selection of stylish frames from many well known designers. What I really liked is the selection was good but not overwhelming with too much. While looking at the frames, I saw a sign saying 50% off on lens with frame purchase – now they got me hooked and my plan to go there «just to look» was altered to «cannot leave without.» In less then 30 minutes I found some perfect Oakley brand frames. They won’t make me look like a runway model without some alcohol consumption but they look good and fit great. I took the frames to the associate and she was very experienced in helping me get them sized properly and ordered with very high quality transition and progressive lens at half the price! The half price deal saved me $ 250.00 – what a deal! My wife will be due for new glasses soon and we will certainly return to Target Optical for them.

I have never taken the time to write a review before but I really needed to share my experience with target glasses. I have worn glasses my whole life. Normally I purchase my glasses from Costco and have never had a problem. I only used target because they accepted my new insurance. I paid $ 180 for the lenses and within a month had spots all over the lense. I took them back and they replaced them. She explained to make sure to only use the cloth to clean them. I have used only the cloth and sometimes my shirt and a year later I can barely see threw the lense with all the spots. I have used the special no glare lense for years and have never had this problem before. I had a great experience with the employees but the quality of the lenses are terrible or I’m just super unlucky and received two pairs of faulty material lenses? I will definitely ditch the insurance and go back to Costco.

Nothing but positive things to say about the service and merchandise at this Target. The optician, Dr. Butler, was very thorough and kind. Made me feel like I was the only one she had to see and took her time to make sure everything was just right. As for the service with the glasses, I couldn’t have had a more positive experience. I picked out 10 frames and the young woman working helped me narrow it down until I found 2 perfect pairs for me. She told me which ones looked the best and I couldn’t agree more. Best part was that with my insurance I got 2 glasses for the price I paid for one pair in Springfield last year. Thank you Target!

This review is for Dr. Butler only. The ladies at the optical shop were very friendly.
I only went here because the reviews were so good, so I feel like it’s my responsibility to TOTALLY DISAGREE. Dr. Butler was condescending and rude. On my first visit, she gave my trial contacts. They didn’t feel right at first, but I figured my eyes just needed to adjust. Within a couple hours I knew both the prescription and fit was wrong, so I scheduled a followup. I threw those contacts away and switched back to glasses. At my followup, she abruptly asked where the trial contacts were and I said I threw them away. She scoffed and said I needed to bring those back (what? why??), so I told her nobody told me that. She walked outside to make some phone call, then came back in and said «okay.» Whatever.
She performed the followup evaluation and came up with a new prescription, but said she didn’t have trial pairs for my prescription. She said I could either pay $ 20 per trial contact (what?!) or just order the contacts for $ 60/​box. So I could either pay $ 20 for 1 contact or $ 60 for 6. Obviously I just ordered the box and hoped she was competent enough to get my prescription right this time. NOPE. So since I ordered and opened the box just to find out the prescription is wrong, I couldn’t return them.
So instead of taking time off work to return for another followup to rude, incompetent Dr. Butler, I’m going elsewhere and paying full price since I’ve now already used my vision benefit for the year.
AVOID. I’ve been wearing glasses for 20 years and contacts for 19 and have NEVER had any issue with my prescription, doctor, etc.

Awesome service at the optical. I received a great deal on two prescription sunglasses. The associate, Nikki, that helped me was super helpful and adjusted my old frames to a state like brand new. I will definitely return.
Update 8÷3÷15: I went back for another pair of glasses and was able to find some unique, different frames. Thanks again to Nikki. All three pairs were available less than a week.

Dr. Butler acted rude and unprofessional towards me. My co-​pay for eye exam was 5 $. Dr. Butler charged me 75 $ instated stated that contact lenses fitting carry separate fees and is not covered by my insurance plan. I stated that those «details» must be explained to the patient before exam not after when it’s too late. She stated that she has no way to know beforehand those «details» regarding my insurance. Honestly, I think it’s not true I went to see other ophthalmologists before and they were able to tell me what is my final fee will be.
I’m sorry but I’m not coming back to Dr. Butler’s office again.

I have purchased my last 3 pairs of glasses from Target optical and my wife just bought 2 pairs on our last visit. Lisa is friendly, knowledgeable, patient and very professional. She and Beth have provided the very best service and a high quality product at a very reasonable price. After 25 years of buying glasses, I have discovered that I do not need to spend $ 200 more to get the best in service and quality. Thanks Lisa!

This location of Target Optical knows what excellent customer service means. Eyewear, eyecare, dilation are not what I call an exciting day but Lisa and Dr. Butler at this Fair Lakes location make my experience very pleasant. Lisa’s friendly and genuinely interested personality make me feel welcomed. Lisa is also very knowledgeable about insurances, frames and lens specs. Dr. Butler is attentive and patient with her exams. I never feel rushed and she is always willing to answer any questions I have. I have moved further away from the location over the years bit Lisa and Dr. Butler are why I keeping going back year after year. Thank you for your great service!

Service was excellent. The young woman with the tattoos was awesome and really helped me choose my sun and regular glasses.

I have been to opticians from one-​hour mall chains to over-​priced Park Avenue boutiques in Manhattan, but I have never had a better experience than this! After reading some very positive reviews, I decided to stop in and have a look around. The reviews were right. The service is phenomenal, friendly and caring, the optician was warm and delightful, the selection was so good that I bought 3 pairs, and Lisa found me insurance coverage that I didn’t know I had saving me hundreds. I can’t say enough about my experience at Target Optical in Fair Lakes. WHO KNEW!!! I urge you to make your next appointment there, you will not regret it.

I’ve been going here for years. Lisa has been helping my family and I for the last four years. She is the reason I come back year after year as well as Dr. Butler’s wonderful Eye care.
Truly the thing that really stands out most is Lisa. She has helped my family find glasses and contacts for the last four years. and she always does that with the wonderful smile and great customer service. She is the main reason I come back year after year willingly because I know she would take care of my family and I. weather find the best deals or finding the right glass she’s always so helpful.

This was my first visit. My reasoning to attend: Target Redcard, and great selection of frames.
Upon going, I was greeted by a lovely lady, Lisa who helped graciously pick out a pair of frames. She was honest, and easy going –which was great, because in the past I have been to the eye doctor, and it hasn’t been that great of an experience picking out frames.
She also helped pick out a pair of cool sun glass frames as well. They were having a great promotion, so I felt the need to get a pair :)
I would definitely come back all because of the service I received honestly. It is a little pricey for frames, but with great customer service, it’s hard to pass it up.

I had a fantastic experience at Target Optical at Fair Lakes. Thd optometrist was very nice, quick and professional. Beth helped me sort through all the options to find the best pair of glasses for me, which took a while, considering how picky I can be. When I found a style that I liked but was too big for my face, Beth immediately went and found a smaller version for me. That’s the pair I ended up choosing! I went in a couple of days before the 4^th of July, so my order took a little longer than normal, but I still had my new glasses in less than a week and a half. Lisa was very helpful when I picked up my glasses and got them adjusted just right for me. She was also very patient with my squealing and jumping around. (I was very excited about my new glasses.) Next time I need new glasses, I know where I’ll be going!

After the fatigue of LensCrafters… think deli line with less personality, I opted to try Target Optical for my daughter’s glasses. Wow! I was really impressed with the selection and the exceptional customer service. Lisa was wonderful with my daughter. We picked out an adorable pair of frames that came in at a lower price than my vision plan. $ 25.00 for children’s RayBan frames! The home run was the customer service. Lisa was very knowledgable about insurance reimbursement and urged me to contact my provider about the glasses, etc. I actually later found out that the glasses were covered under medical. I have been blindly using an optical plan when the medical was more comprehensive. Would not have called but for Lisa.
All around great experience! I will go back for my own glasses when the time comes… What a hidden gem!

Best experience I ever had for a eye appointment! So friendly from the moment I walked in the door, these were genuinely happy people working here. Dr. Chen made me feel comfortable during the exam and talking about my options afterward. I didn’t feel like I was being looked at like a money sign, with constant attempts to up-​sell. I left happy with a new pair of glasses, contact and glasses exam, and contacts for a year for less than I normally pay just for contacts for a year.
I’m definitely coming back!

I’ve been using Target Optical since moving to Northern VA 4 years ago. I originally chose them because they were a preferred provider for my insurance and the proximity to my home. Over the years I have had lenses replaced in my existing frames, purchased a new set of funky fun frames for a very reasonable price and continued to order my contact lenses at this location. I even got my husband a pair of Maui Jim’s here. They offer designer frames as well as their own brand so the selection is not bad at all for such a small store. If you haven’t tried their cleaning wipes, you should. My sunglasses and glasses have never been so clean.
The team is super friendly and helpful. They remember you on return visits. They offer professional service. I’ve really had great experiences here and Target Optical will continue to be my go-​to for all my eye care needs.

I love the service provided by Target Optical. John was great! Extremely helpful. Will definitely go back

Lisa, John, and Beth were such amazing helpers. They were very welcoming and helpful. Beth especially was helping me pick out the perfect frame that matches my face. Let me tell you I was there for a while. I am a picky girl what can I say? Beth was holding it for me until I came back when I did came back all three remember me and I was just carry on a conversation and catching up with them. They even remember me every time. It was the best experience that I had ever received at any eye place. I highly recommend them. Target even offers great frames and sunglasses I was really surprise! So when you are in need if getting an exam go to them. :-)