Sacramento Optometric Group

Love my Dr. Katrina G! LeeAnn & Cherylynn are the best; always have a fun time choosing my glasses. They make sure the frames are a good look for me and fit my face.

I really do love this place, and I recommend it to everyone I know. They are patient, knowledgeable and kind, and the connected store has a great selection and the salespeople are extremely helpful. Go here for your eyeglasses needs!

Dr. Sakazaki and the staff at Sacramento Optometric Group are so friendly and provide excellent service. I have had other eye exams performed elsewhere and none have been as thorough and well explained as the ones I have had with Dr. Sakazaki. The staff takes the time to find the best way to utilize my insurance plan and in helping me select frames. I no longer work in Sacramento, but it is worth the drive for me to go to Sacramento Optometric Group. I highly recommend them!

This is my first time to Sacramento Optometric Group and received nothing less than excellent service. My other previous optometry office does not compare to the service and examination that I received here. The office is modern and comfortable. The front desk staff here are very friendly and professional.
I was seen by Dr Sakamoto, who did a very detailed and thorough examination. She made sure I was updated with the progression of my vision. I went through several test which made me feel really assured that I was getting an accurate examination. She’s very good and professional… was very impressed. The examination equipment used was very up to date and high quality.
After my eye examination was completed, I received helpful assistance from staff with choosing my perfect sun glasses with prescription and type of lens… polarized lens, scratch resistance etc. They also offer plenty of frames, including designer brands
Sacramento Optometric Group made me feel very welcome and made sure I had the best service. I highly recommend Sacramento Optometric Group and Dr Sakamoto.

If you live/​work in downtown and prefer to walk to your appointment, this business is fantastic for convenience. Beyond convenience, I would say that the Optometrists, medical assistants, and staff working here are fantastic: professional, knowledgeable, and courteous.
I knocked off one star because of their strict same-​day-​cancellation/​no-​show policy— which is PRICEY at $ 25.00 per cancellation/​no-​show.
Since I assume most folks will be paying them through their eye insurance. I can understand that this business may lose some money from people not bothering to show up when they schedule, but when the cancellation/​no-​show policy is this strict — and things do come up — it leaves a sour taste and left me with no choice but to attend an appointment that I would have preferred to have a week later.
And since most patients are paying through insurance, it seems a bit silly to increase the cost of care to this degree just because something came up the same day (since we, as humans, cannot ever predict the future).
The no-​show/​same-​day-​cancel fee is more expensive than the co-​pay for the exam or for basic frames. Please consider reducing the fee or allowing same-​day cancellation.
A no-​show I can understand, but the patient taking the time to dutifully provide notice to office staff should not incur penalty.

I have been a patient here for 25 years. My doctor for ²³⁄₂₅ years was Dr. Ernest Takahashi but he retired in 2014. He was a masterful Optometrist. I now see Dr. Gallardo-​Chang who is also great. She is however, much younger. So it took a little getting used to as I am a Senior and retired. The office staff are top notch. The location in downtown actually has a free parking lot for patient’s. Where in downtown do you find that anymore? The Opticians and eyewear unit is also top notch. I have very poor eye sight and require expensive lenses. Their prices are competitive but the thing is that the staff there are the best, They have worked there for years, which says something about the quality there. I have recommended many friends to Sac Op Group over the years and they are all still going there. I now live 40 miles away and still go there because they are just that good. I highly recommend them.

I have been a patient of Dr. Gallardo-​Chang for 3 years now and am very impressed with her service. She is consistently pleasant, takes the time to answer all my questions, and I always leave feeling confident about my eye care. I have and do highly recommend her.

All of my stars go directly to Dr. Sakazaki. and the staff in the main office, but no Kudos at all for the ladies in the area where you get fitted for glasses. They are the WORSE by far. Before 2000 to 2002, service was great. The ladies, who used to work there, were hands on… Fittings were wonderful and they CARED for us. Now the ladies, who work there, could care less… They don’t fit your glasses at all like they should. They act like they are afraid to touch you. They dip your glasses in that stuff, bend them around and hand them back to YOU to put on, They don’t check the glasses to ensure they fit on your face properly, or check how they sit on your ears. I just HATE going into that place any more. They are not about customer service now… Only care about how many glasses they can sale. Other than that, «I Love You Dr. Sakazaki, and wish you all the best!» ;)

Just had my first visit here and I am impressed. Friendly and efficient staff, very thorough exam by Dr. Sakazaki. And free parking in downtown!

I actually look forward to going to the eye doctor here. It’s always a pleasant experience and I get reassurance and status of my eye health for another year. Dr. Sakazaki is always very nice to work with. He is very thorough explaining my test results, I never feel rushed, and my care feels personalized.

I have been a faithful patient here for over 30 years now. I have always been treated extremely well by the staff. Dr. S. always goes out of his way to make me comfortable and well cared for.
When it is time for a new prescription, I can go right across the hallway and pick out some new frames and order a new pair of glasses. I get the same amount of advise and care from that side of the business as I do from the doctor’s office. Always greeted with a smiling face and a positive attitude. When my new glasses are ready, she makes sure that the vision is right and the glasses are adjusted for the best possible fit.

Love this place! I’ve been a patient here for something like 6 years and I’ve been so happy with the service from day one.

I work on Capitol Mall, so finding an optometrist I can walk to from work was a huge bonus. The staff were all friendly and very professional. I didn’t feel like I was getting pushed through like I have at the other offices I’ve been to. Dr. Gallardo was very patient and took the time to explain anything I had questions about. She also figured out that my last prescription was completely wrong (and I had only gotten my previous glasses a year before!). I also visited the optical sales area of the office and the staff in there were just as friendly and patient. I just picked up my glasses and sunglasses and I LOVE them.
It’s too bad I’m moving away in a month, but I will be sure to share my experience with my coworkers and friends. Thank you!

I’ve been seeing Dr. Ken Sakazaki for 8 years now and I wouldn’t see anyone else in Sacramento. He’s professional, kind, gentle… everything you would want from someone that you entrust your eyeballs with. I mean those are your eyes. Seriously. Those things go out and you’re totally f**ked. That’s why I see Dr. Sakazaki. Because I trust him with something that I absolutely can’t live without. My vision.

Sacramento Optometric Group is great from scheduling your appointments to sending reminders via email and text. Dr. Takahashi is always very personable and professional. He explains everything that he is doing as he is examining your eyes and explains the health of your eyes in great detail. Everytime I go there it is a pleasant experience. They have a good selection of glasses to choose from with all of the popular brands and frames that cater to all budgets.

I’ve been a patient of Dr. Sakamoto for 10+ years and have recommend a few of my friends to the Sacramento Optometric Group. Dr. Sakamoto is very professional, friendly and answers any questions I might have. The support staff is the same, and I always have courteous assistance when selecting a new pair of glasses/​sunglasses (which they have MANY to select from).
If you are look for a reputable group of optometrists, Sacramento Optometric Group is for you!

Been going here 15 years or more. Now that Takahashi is retired I had an apt with Gllardo. Just as high quality customer service orientated and she went the extra mile to get me some spare contacts until my replacement ones (special order gas perm) come in.

This is the first time that I felt relaxed at an optometrist’s office. I have very poor eyesight, and it always seems to be changing, plus extreme sensitivity that makes it hard to have my eyes touched. Dr. Gallardo was very professional, personable, and very in tune to my needs. She took my concerns seriously and did some extra eye tests to make sure my eyes were healthy. I really liked her bedside manner, too. She kept asking me about my life and my interests.
Office and staff are also top notch, and this carries into the folks that fit you for eyeglasses. Another plus is that this office carries Ray Ban eyeglasses and sunglasses. It’s been tough to find a VSP carrier that does, so this is a huge plus for a brand snob like me.

This is a great group of Optometrist that can handle all your eyewear needs. They do a good job on getting the prescription right, and the doctors and staff are very friendly. Once your exam is done, if you need glasses, they are good at helping you decide, and very patient waiting, until you get your glasses you decide on. In addition, once you recieve your glasses, they handle the repairs too. The little plastic piece on the nose area of my glasses has came off a few times, and they handle replacing the piece right away, as you wait.
I plan to be with this group for many years to come.
Deborah

I love this place so much that even though I’ve moved out of Sacramento I continue to keep my annual eye appointment with Dr. Sakazaki. He’s friendly, professional, thorough and you never feel rushed, which is of course critical when dealing with any healthcare issue. He explains everything in detail and closely follows any changes in eye health from year to year.
The support staff is equally professional and courteous, whether on the phone or in person.
I am a healthcare reporter, and have extremely high standards. There’s nothing more important than a great physician, especially when dealing with your eyes, so this place is a true gem.