10+ Years · San Francisco
Experienced Optometrists in San Francisco, CA
Experience matters. These optometrists in San Francisco have years of proven work behind them — and the reviews to back it up.
As of May 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 19 optometrists in San Francisco, CA by verified customer ratings and review volume. The highest-rated is San Francisco Eye Institute with a 4.9-star rating from 913 verified reviews. Also in the top tier: Market Street Optometry and Drs. Hiura & Hiura Optometrists. The average rating across all listed optometrists in San Francisco is 4.8 stars from 346 reviews per business on average.
Eye care in San Francisco: 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
346
Avg reviews
May 17, 2026
Last updated
Top Rated Optometrists
San Francisco Eye Institute
711 Van Ness Ave #310, San Francisco, CA 94102, USA
Market Street Optometry
685 Market St, San Francisco, CA 94105, USA
Drs. Hiura & Hiura Optometrists
1418 Polk St, San Francisco, CA 94109, USA
Optometrists Rankings in San Francisco, CA
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | San Francisco Eye Institute711 Van Ness Ave #310, San Francisco, CA 94102, USA | 4.9★ | 913 |
| #2 | Market Street Optometry685 Market St, San Francisco, CA 94105, USA | 4.9★ | 724 |
| #3 | Drs. Hiura & Hiura Optometrists1418 Polk St, San Francisco, CA 94109, USA | 4.9★ | 529 |
| #4 | Eyes On Twenty-Fourth Optometry4080 24th St, San Francisco, CA 94114, USA | 5.0★ | 408 |
| #5 | Dr. Whitney Ng170 O'Farrell St Floor 4, San Francisco, CA 94102, USA | 4.9★ | 304 |
| #6 | Eyedare Optometric3199 16th St, San Francisco, CA 94103, USA | 4.7★ | 213 |
| #7 | LensCrafters at Macy's170 O'Farrell St Floor 4, San Francisco, CA 94102, USA | 4.9★ | 397 |
| #8 | City Eyeworks Optometry121 Spear St Ste. B11, San Francisco, CA 94105, USA | 4.9★ | 314 |
| #9 | LensCrafters100 Battery St, San Francisco, CA 94111, USA | 4.9★ | 770 |
| #10 | Drs. Hall & Szeto Optometry383 Sacramento St, San Francisco, CA 94111, USA | 4.6★ | 139 |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated May 2026
All Optometrists in San Francisco
Eyes On Twenty-Fourth Optometry
4080 24th St, San Francisco, CA 94114, USA
Dr. Whitney Ng
170 O'Farrell St Floor 4, San Francisco, CA 94102, USA
City Eyeworks Optometry
121 Spear St Ste. B11, San Francisco, CA 94105, USA
Drs. Hall & Szeto Optometry
383 Sacramento St, San Francisco, CA 94111, USA
Eye Carumba Optometry
Four Embarcadero Center, LL3, San Francisco, CA 94111, USA
Optica Optometry
988 El Camino Real Suite# 5, South San Francisco, CA 94080, USA
Unique Optometry- Dr. June Chun and Dr. Snow Hu, Optometrists
4390 Mission St, San Francisco, CA 94112, USA
San Francisco Optometry, provider of Eyexam of CA
3251 20th Ave ste 213a, San Francisco, CA 94132, USA
Warby Parker Hayes Valley
357 Hayes St, San Francisco, CA 94102, USA
Lunettes Optometric
100 1st St Ste 145, San Francisco, CA 94105, USA
Through the Hayes Optometry
584 Hayes St, San Francisco, CA 94102, USA
Pacific Rims Optometry
619 Irving St, San Francisco, CA 94122, USA
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Frequently Asked Questions — Optometrists in San Francisco
What is the difference between an optometrist and an ophthalmologist in San Francisco?
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 San Francisco?
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 San Francisco typically costs $100–$175. Contact lens fittings are usually billed separately.
How much do glasses cost in San Francisco?
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 San Francisco 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 CA?
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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Editorial notice: Ratings are based on publicly available data from Google Business listings. Consumers should independently verify licensing, insurance, and credentials before hiring any service provider. Last updated: May 17, 2026.
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