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As of May 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 19 optometrists in Evanston, IL by verified customer ratings and review volume. The highest-rated is Wilmette Eye Care with a 5.0-star rating from 658 verified reviews. Also in the top tier: Doctors of Optometry - Old Orchard Center and Suburban Eyes Clinic: Phillip Wu, MD. The average rating across all listed optometrists in Evanston is 4.6 stars from 223 reviews per business on average.
Eye care in Evanston: 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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Top Rated Optometrists
Doctors of Optometry - Old Orchard Center
253 Old Orchard Shopping Ctr M-46, Skokie, IL 60077, USA
Suburban Eyes Clinic: Phillip Wu, MD
500 Davis St #810, Evanston, IL 60201, USA
Optometrists Rankings in Evanston, IL
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Wilmette Eye Care1125 Greenleaf Ave, Wilmette, IL 60091, USA | 5.0★ | 658 |
| #2 | Doctors of Optometry - Old Orchard Center253 Old Orchard Shopping Ctr M-46, Skokie, IL 60077, USA | 4.9★ | 362 |
| #3 | Suburban Eyes Clinic: Phillip Wu, MD500 Davis St #810, Evanston, IL 60201, USA | 4.9★ | 914 |
| #4 | Evanston Eyecare504 Main St, Evanston, IL 60202, USA | 4.8★ | 182 |
| #5 | Evanston Eye Wellness716 Main St, Evanston, IL 60202, USA | 4.5★ | 208 |
| #6 | Big City Optical - Evanston on Church Street811 Church St, Evanston, IL 60201, USA | 4.8★ | 294 |
| #7 | CustomEyes Evanston1939 Central St, Evanston, IL 60201, USA | 4.7★ | 31 |
| #8 | Grinman Eye Care Associates1013 Davis St, Evanston, IL 60201, USA | 4.9★ | 29 |
| #9 | Rosin Eyecare - Evanston2914 Central St, Evanston, IL 60201, USA | 4.5★ | 113 |
| #10 | For Eyes635 Chicago Ave # 10, Evanston, IL 60202, USA | 4.4★ | 211 |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated May 2026
All Optometrists in Evanston
Evanston Eyecare
504 Main St, Evanston, IL 60202, USA
Evanston Eye Wellness
716 Main St, Evanston, IL 60202, USA
Big City Optical - Evanston on Church Street
811 Church St, Evanston, IL 60201, USA
CustomEyes Evanston
1939 Central St, Evanston, IL 60201, USA
Grinman Eye Care Associates
1013 Davis St, Evanston, IL 60201, USA
Rosin Eyecare - Evanston
2914 Central St, Evanston, IL 60201, USA
For Eyes
635 Chicago Ave # 10, Evanston, IL 60202, USA
MyEyeDr.
2000 Central St, Evanston, IL 60201, USA
Linton Opticians Inc
2500 Ridge Ave, Evanston, IL 60201, USA
Eyes on the Lake
420 Green Bay Rd, Kenilworth, IL 60043, USA
America's Best Contacts & Eyeglasses
1960 Dempster St, Evanston, IL 60202, USA
Vision 20/20
525 W Howard St, Evanston, IL 60202, USA
Big City Optical - Plaza Del Lago In Wilmette
1515 Sheridan Rd, Wilmette, IL 60091, USA
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Frequently Asked Questions — Optometrists in Evanston
What is the difference between an optometrist and an ophthalmologist in Evanston?
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 Evanston?
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 Evanston typically costs $100–$175. Contact lens fittings are usually billed separately.
How much do glasses cost in Evanston?
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 Evanston 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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