Amherst Optical Shoppe

After YEARs of getting glasses from online stores like Warby and Zenni (and having MIGRAINES the entire time), I finally went to this brick and mortar independent shop and I'm SO GLAD I did. I had optical migraines for TWO YEARS every single day because the online glasses makers weren't getting my prism specifications correct - even though I'd uploaded my prescription properly and paid extra for the prism. The glasses I got from Amherst Optical were 3x more expensive but well worth every penny. I got my first pair here two years ago and my migraines have completely gone away. The glasses are also way more durable. I just bought my second pair here after two years of wearing that first pair. The customer service is AMAZING. They're so kind and explain absolutely everything so you know what you're getting, what you need, and why you might have been struggling with whatever you had before. The absolute best part of this was that I didn't really have to do any decision making. The first pair of frames they picked for me were PERFECT and honestly not a style I'd have ever picked out for myself. They look SO GOOD on me, I just got the exact some ones for my second pair. I love not having to make a ton of choices and wondering if they'll look good or waiting for try on pairs in the mail, etc. They're super quick, too. I got my new glasses in just 4 days each time. Anyway, TL;DR: I 10/10 recommend Amherst Optical and I will probably get my glasses here for the rest of my life. They're well worth it.

Great selection of very cool glasses, the best around, and expert service.

I've been going here for years. The Cook men are incredibly professional and friendly. First rate. Best variety of frames in the Valley. If you want high quality glasses and service, come here,

The best place I've found for skilled, knowledgeable optical services in the area. I say this after having endured unsatisfactory services at a couple of other providers in Amherst and also Greenfield. (One actually gave me the *wrong* prescription!) Lovely selection of frames, lens options, and sunglasses. Follow-up help is offered graciously, if I encounter difficulties with new glasses. Jim, the optician, knows what he is doing. Highly recommended.

Lovely crew who is professional and friendly. Although their selections might be expensive, each frame will hold for a good amount of years. Certainly recommend for browsing and asking questions. Edit: My glasses are still in too shape after three years! And they consider you a customer for life.

Outstanding, unbeatable selection of frames for style & quality. After browsing other stores, I always return to this shop for purchases.

Family owned. Not a corporate franchise. I have been an Amherst Optical Customer for forty years.Thoughtful guidance. Jim, the owner went an extra mile to make my choices work. Shop here if you want good quality . Follow up service is reliable and excellent.

Extraordinary service! This is the FINEST Optometrist in the Valley. Exceptional high end frames that no one else carries. LINDBERGH brand is EXQUISITE. Titanium frames available in a dazzling palette of Hues. Jim and Jason are master craftsmen. The BEST!!!