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Costco

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Reasonable cost and they provide a great service - Apr 09, 2023

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LensCrafters

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They’re a fine retail brand - Nov 29, 2021

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Visionworks

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Never had issues. Glassware usually came in earothan planned. - Mar 25, 2023

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For Eyes

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Pearle Vision

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I go to the one in wilmington ma excellent - Apr 02, 2023

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Walmart

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I was pleased with my eye test and the glasses that I purchased - Dec 26, 2021

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BJ's Wholesale Club

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As good quality and options as expensive/mall opticians, for much lower... - May 11, 2022

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Target

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Warby Parker

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The retail store looks like it has a larger selection of frames than it does... - Aug 28, 2024

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Costco

200 Legacy Blvd
Dedham, MA 02026 781-251-9911

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Knowledgeable staff and reasonable prices - Apr 14, 2024

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Costco

71 2nd Ave
Waltham, MA 02451 781-622-3897

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The product is very good but one of the opticians is so hostile and abusive... - Mar 31, 2024

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King Optical

20 School St W
Braintree, MA 02184 781-843-2133

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astoundingly efficient and professional. No nonsense and quick incorporation... - Mar 02, 2024

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Costco

11 Newbury St
Danvers, MA 01923 978-750-6711

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Very good products and great prices - Jul 14, 2017

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Gordon Optical

47 Waltham St
Lexington, MA 02421 781-861-8814

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I went to Gordon Optical because Consumers' Checkbook rated them superior... - Apr 16, 2020

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Vision Associates

103 Main St
Marlborough, MA 01752 508-481-4900

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This is where I go for my eye exams and I've been going there for years.... - Oct 28, 2023

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Highland Opticians

33 Lincoln St
Newton Highlands, MA 02461 617-332-2664

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I have been very pleased with a pair of prescription glasses I bought from... - Oct 03, 2024

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Massachusetts Eye Associates

19 Village Sq
Chelmsford, MA 01824 978-703-0203

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Front desk staff is always crabby, but doctors are wonderful. - Apr 11, 2023

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Eye Health Vision Center

51 State Rd
North Dartmouth, MA 02747 508-994-1400

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Expensive but good - Dec 11, 2018

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A New Gopen Optical

584 High St
Dedham, MA 02026 781-471-4337

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My family has used Gopen Optical in various iterations since 1961. - Nov 30, 2024

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Family Vision Center of Weymouth

283 Washington St
Weymouth, MA 02188 781-335-0222

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Great service, selection and prices. Very friendly and helpful. Don't go... - Jun 19, 2014

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