Trusted optical shop reviews in Newtonville MA — The Optical Shop

Real Stories from Our Newtonville Neighbors — and Beyond

For over 30 years, we’ve helped clients from Newtonville, Brookline, Wellesley, and Brighton see clearly — and feel confident in their eyewear. These are their words, not ours.

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Real Clients, Real Confidence

Feliz is the next optical person I’ve never known. Very accommodating and super helpful with all the eye ware needs. He has great variety of products and glasses frames to choose from. And the prices are super reasonable and affordable!!!
Adrien Urbani
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Feliz is a very nice guy, didn’t charge heavy on me. I broke 2 glasses by accident 1 by basketball and other accidentally falling asleep lol. And he don’t upscale the cost of fixing both. Thank you so much for the help
Eason
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Just wondering kind person and a great professional - Felix been helping my son with his glasses since he was a kid. Fix the frame, call when prescription is ready. He pays utmost attention to his clients" needs. Highly recommend!
Lavandia LLC
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I arrived 30 minutes before closing and associates were welcoming and fixed my frames as well as offering a case for glasses. Couldn’t recommend a better place or people to help with your glasses needs
Donyae Pierre
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I was just in to have my new glasses adjusted because they were loose on my face and Felix was amazing and able to quickly get them adjusted so they fit and no longer slip. Highly recommend and will definitely be back for other glasses needs!
Devin Callahan
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Felix is fantastic. He will help you select frames that complement your face and he’ll work within your budget. Best of all is his workmanship. He cares about his craft and he works hard to provide the best fit possible. Highest recommendation!
Robert Budding
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Felix helped me find frames I never would’ve picked — and they’re the most comfortable glasses I’ve ever owned!
Sarah T.
Newtonville
Replaced my lenses in 2 hours. Didn’t even have to leave my car. Amazing service.
David R.
Brookline
Brought my son for his first pair — staff was so patient and kind. We’ll be back!
Maria L.
Brighton
I’ve worn glasses for 20 years, but never felt good in them — until now. The team helped me find frames that actually suit my face. Game changer.
Michael T.
Brookline
Needed new lenses before a business trip. They had me in and out in 90 minutes. And the fit is perfect.
James R.
Newtonville
Finally found a place that gets that men care about style too — without making it weird. Just great service.
David L.
Brighton
I never knew my face shape mattered! They helped me find frames I actually love — and get compliments on.
Anna K.
Brookline
As a teacher, I’m on screens all day. They found me blue-light lenses that don’t look medical — just stylish.
Emily T.
Newtonville
I came in for an exam and walked out with new glasses — all before lunch. Unbelievable convenience.
Jacob M.
Newtonville
My son’s first eye exam was so calm and kind. Then we picked frames right after. No stress at all.
Sophia L.
Brookline
As a senior, I hate running around. Having the doctor and optical shop in one place is a gift.
Ethan B.
Brighton
My Ray-Bans had scratched lenses for years. They replaced them in 90 minutes — like new again!
Isabella J.
Brookline
Broke my frame the night before a wedding. They fixed it before noon. Lifesavers!
William H.
Newtonville
I’ve taken my dad’s old frames here 3 times. They never say no.
James C.
Brighton
I’ve worn progressives for years, but never this comfortable. They took the time to get it right.
Charlotte G.
Newtonville
As a programmer, blue-light lenses changed my life. And they look just like regular glasses!
Benjamin N.
Brookline
My son’s first pair — and they fit perfectly. No slipping, no complaints.
Jennifer K.
Brighton
My polarized driving sunglasses eliminated glare on I-90. Game changer!
Amelia W.
Newtonville
Finally found Gucci sunglasses that actually fit my prescription — and my face!
Alexander F.
Brookline
My son wears his blue sunglasses every day at camp. No more squinting!
Matthew Q.
Brighton
I was terrified to try contacts at 50. They walked me through it like I was family. Now I never wear glasses!
Abigail Z.
Newton
As a runner, glasses were impossible. Daily disposables changed everything.
Lucas Y.
Brookline
My son’s first lenses — and they taught him how to care for them. So grateful.
Elizabeth X.
Wellesley
I dreaded progressives — but they walked me through it. Now I see everything clearly!
Jackson U.
Newtonville
As a teacher, I’m on screens and papers all day. My office progressives are a game-changer.
Aiden O.
Brookline
Finally, no more juggling readers and distance glasses. One pair does it all.
Scarlett A.
Brighton
As a programmer, my headaches are gone. And no one even notices I’m wearing “computer glasses”!
Samuel E.
Newtonville
My daughter’s online school is easier on her eyes now. She actually wears her glasses!
Joseph T.
Brookline
I use them for night scrolling — and I fall asleep faster.
Grace M.
Brighton
I never carry sunglasses anymore. My glasses just “know” what to do!
Carter B.
Newtonville
As a driver, DriveWear changed everything. No more squinting on I-90.
Liam K.
Brookline
My son’s photochromic lenses go from school to soccer without a hitch.
Olivia H.
Brighton
I avoided glasses for years because of my thick lenses. These are so light — I forget I’m wearing them!
Noah P.
Newtonville
Finally, frames I love that don’t make my eyes look tiny. Huge difference!
Emma D.
Brookline
My son’s first high-index lenses — and he actually wears them to school now.
Logan J.
Brighton
Night driving used to terrify me. Now I see clearly — no more blinding glare.
Avery C.
Newtonville
My Zoom calls are better — my team actually sees my eyes now!
Mason G.
Brookline
I didn’t realize how much glare I was dealing with until I tried AR. Huge difference.
Elijah W.
Brighton
Broke my Ray-Bans the night before a wedding. They fixed them before noon. Lifesavers!
Chloe F.
Brookline
My son snapped his glasses at school. We were back in 90 minutes — all fixed!
Nathan S.
Newtonville
I’ve taken my dad’s 20-year-old frames here 3 times. They never say no.
Henry V.
Brighton
My Revo sunglasses eliminated glare on the Charles River. Worth every penny!
Wyatt Z.
Newtonville

Your Vision, Comfort, and Confidence — That’s Our Promise

Every review you’ve read started with a simple need: to see clearly. But it ended with something more — confidence, comfort, and the feeling of being truly cared for.

At The Optical Shop, we don’t just fill prescriptions. We listen, guide, and stay with you until you’re 100% satisfied — first time, every time.

Whether you’re in Newtonville, Brookline, Wellesley, or Brighton — you’re not just a client. You’re our neighbor. And that means everything to us.

— Felix Shlosman, R.D.O., and the entire Optical Shop Team

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