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Top-Reviewed Optometrists in Chicago, IL
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As of May 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 19 optometrists in Chicago, IL by verified customer ratings and review volume. The highest-rated is Pearle Vision with a 5.0-star rating from 2,179 verified reviews. Also in the top tier: LensCrafters and Dr. Magdalena Adas, Dr. Pooja Patel, Dr. Crystal Strickler. The average rating across all listed optometrists in Chicago is 4.8 stars from 488 reviews per business on average.
Eye care in Chicago: comprehensive exam $100–$175 without insurance; most vision plans cover 1 exam/year with $10–$25 copay.
Rankings updated May 17, 2026 · Scored by ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · Not paid placement.
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19
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4.8★
Avg rating
488
Avg reviews
May 17, 2026
Last updated
Top Rated Optometrists
Pearle Vision
400 W Division St Ste A, Chicago, IL 60610, USA
LensCrafters
1142 S Delano Ct, Chicago, IL 60605, USA
Dr. Magdalena Adas, Dr. Pooja Patel, Dr. Crystal Strickler
2656 N Elston Ave Target, Chicago, IL 60647, USA
Optometrists Rankings in Chicago, IL
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Pearle Vision400 W Division St Ste A, Chicago, IL 60610, USA | 5.0★ | 2,179 |
| #2 | LensCrafters1142 S Delano Ct, Chicago, IL 60605, USA | 4.8★ | 1,080 |
| #3 | Dr. Magdalena Adas, Dr. Pooja Patel, Dr. Crystal Strickler2656 N Elston Ave Target, Chicago, IL 60647, USA | 5.0★ | 800 |
| #4 | Eyes On Fulton LLC1011 W Fulton Market, Chicago, IL 60607, USA | 5.0★ | 296 |
| #5 | Chicago Eye Care Center3104 W Devon Ave, Chicago, IL 60659, USA | 4.8★ | 253 |
| #6 | Doctors of Optometry - North State Street908 N State St, Chicago, IL 60610, USA | 4.8★ | 153 |
| #7 | Village Eyecare - South Loop1243 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60605, USA | 4.9★ | 521 |
| #8 | Eye Care By Design1850 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, USA | 5.0★ | 352 |
| #9 | Eye Society230 E Ohio St #120, Chicago, IL 60611, USA | 4.8★ | 387 |
| #10 | Franklin Eye Care- Eric Drey, OD, FAAO111 S Franklin St, Chicago, IL 60606, USA | 4.9★ | 298 |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated May 2026
All Optometrists in Chicago
Eyes On Fulton LLC
1011 W Fulton Market, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
Chicago Eye Care Center
3104 W Devon Ave, Chicago, IL 60659, USA
Doctors of Optometry - North State Street
908 N State St, Chicago, IL 60610, USA
Village Eyecare - South Loop
1243 S Wabash Ave, Chicago, IL 60605, USA
Eye Care By Design
1850 W Chicago Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, USA
Eye Society
230 E Ohio St #120, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
Franklin Eye Care- Eric Drey, OD, FAAO
111 S Franklin St, Chicago, IL 60606, USA
Village Eyecare - University Village
1116 W Taylor St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
Rosin Eyecare - Chicago Michigan Ave
645 N Michigan Ave #210, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
Vision Boutique, Now Part of MyEyeDr.
942 W Madison St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
Dr. Tanya Le & Associates
4466 N Broadway, Chicago, IL 60640, USA
Halsted Eye Boutique: Drs. Joanna Slusky, Krystyna Katz, Tracy Becherer & Ekta Patel
2852 N Halsted St, Chicago, IL 60657, USA
Village Eyecare - Wicker Park
1903 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60622, USA
West Loop Eye Care, now part of MyEyeDr.
14 S Peoria St, Chicago, IL 60607, USA
URBAN EYECARE
1515 N Milwaukee Ave, Chicago, IL 60622, USA
Big City Optical - River North on Grand Ave
38 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611, USA
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Frequently Asked Questions — Optometrists in Chicago
What is the difference between an optometrist and an ophthalmologist in Chicago?
An optometrist (OD) performs eye exams, prescribes glasses and contacts, and diagnoses and treats common eye conditions. An ophthalmologist (MD) is a medical doctor who can perform surgery (LASIK, cataract removal, glaucoma treatment) and manages complex eye diseases. For routine vision care and glasses, an optometrist is appropriate and typically less expensive.
Does my vision insurance cover an optometrist visit in Chicago?
VSP, EyeMed, Davis Vision, and Humana Vision are the major plans. Most cover one comprehensive eye exam per year with a $10–$25 copay, plus an allowance for frames ($130–$200) and lenses. Without vision insurance, a comprehensive exam in Chicago typically costs $100–$175. Contact lens fittings are usually billed separately.
How much do glasses cost in Chicago?
Frames typically range $50–$400+. Lenses add $50–$500+ depending on your prescription, lens material (polycarbonate, high-index), and coatings (anti-reflective, blue-light, photochromic). Many independent optometrists in Chicago can match online retailer pricing if you ask. Warby Parker, Costco Optical, and Zenni (online) typically offer lower prices on frames.
How often should I get an eye exam in IL?
Adults ages 18–60 with no vision problems or risk factors: every 1–2 years. Adults 61+: annually. Children: first exam by age 1 per the American Optometric Association, again at age 3, before starting school, and then annually. Anyone with diabetes, glaucoma, high myopia, or family history of eye disease should be seen annually regardless of age.
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