4.5+ Stars · Santa Rosa
Highly Rated Optometrists in Santa Rosa, CA
Only the best make this list. These optometrists in Santa Rosa have earned 4.5+ star ratings from real customers — consistently.
As of June 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 20 optometrists in Santa Rosa, CA by the RNM Score — a 0–100 rating built from Google ratings, review volume, sentiment, and profile completeness. The top-ranked is Empire Optometry with a 4.8-star rating from 616 Google reviews and an RNM Score of 85/100. Also in the top tier: America's Best Contacts & Eyeglasses and Family Eyecare Optometry: Dr. John Walker, O.D.. The average rating across all listed optometrists in Santa Rosa is 4.6 stars from 173 reviews per business on average.
Eye care in Santa Rosa: comprehensive exam $100–$175 without insurance; most vision plans cover 1 exam/year with $10–$25 copay.
Rankings updated June 13, 2026 · RNM Score = ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · Not paid placement.
Best Overall
Site for Sore Eyes - Montgomery Village
It is consistently ranked as the top optometric practice in Santa Rosa due to its outstanding patient care, comprehensive services, and long-standing reputation.
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LensCrafters
As a national chain, LensCrafters typically accumulates a high number of online reviews, which helps consumers gauge broad patient experiences.
When choosing an optometrist, consider both the practice's overall reputation and the volume of recent reviews to ensure you receive quality care and timely appointments.
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Top Rated Optometrists
Rated 4.8 stars from over 600 Google reviews in Santa Rosa.
1265 N Dutton Ave, Santa Rosa, CA 95401, USATrusted by hundreds of local patients, boasting a stellar 4.7-star rating.
290 Coddingtown Center, Santa Rosa, CA 95401, USATrusted by hundreds of patients with a near-perfect 4.9-star rating.
ADD PARKING AVAILABLE AND WHERE, 9071 Conde Ln, Windsor, CA 95492, USAOptometrists Rankings in Santa Rosa, CA
| # | Business | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|
| #1 | Empire Optometry1265 N Dutton Ave, Santa Rosa, CA 95401, USA | 4.8★ | 616 |
| #2 | America's Best Contacts & Eyeglasses290 Coddingtown Center, Santa Rosa, CA 95401, USA | 4.7★ | 386 |
| #3 | Family Eyecare Optometry: Dr. John Walker, O.D.ADD PARKING AVAILABLE AND WHERE, 9071 Conde Ln, Windsor, CA 95492, USA | 4.9★ | 266 |
| #4 | Professional Optometric Corporation, provider of Eyexam of CA2033 Santa Rosa Plaza, Santa Rosa, CA 95401, USA | 4.8★ | 187 |
| #5 | Family Optometry Center of Santa Rosa1559 Farmers Ln, Santa Rosa, CA 95405, USA | 4.7★ | 78 |
| #6 | Site for Sore Eyes - Montgomery Village2320 Midway Dr, Santa Rosa, CA 95405, USA | 4.7★ | 43 |
| #7 | Uptown Optometry1140 Sonoma Ave, Santa Rosa, CA 95405, USA | 4.9★ | 15 |
| #8 | Bennett Valley Optometry2451 Summerfield Rd, Santa Rosa, CA 95405, USA | 4.3★ | 12 |
| #9 | Eye Care Institute3035 Cleveland Ave suite 100, Santa Rosa, CA 95403, USA | 4.4★ | 251 |
| #10 | North Bay Eye Associates380 Tesconi Ct, Santa Rosa, CA 95401, USA | 4.7★ | 247 |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated June 2026
All Optometrists in Santa Rosa
Rated 4.8 stars from 187 reviews by Santa Rosa patients.
2033 Santa Rosa Plaza, Santa Rosa, CA 95401, USA
Rated 4.7 stars from 78 Google reviews for optometry in Santa Rosa.
1559 Farmers Ln, Santa Rosa, CA 95405, USA
Rated 4.7 stars from 43 Google reviews by local patients.
2320 Midway Dr, Santa Rosa, CA 95405, USA
Exceptional 4.9-star rating from over a dozen Google reviews in Santa Rosa.
1140 Sonoma Ave, Santa Rosa, CA 95405, USA
Consistently rated 4.3 stars from 12 reviews by local Santa Rosa patients.
2451 Summerfield Rd, Santa Rosa, CA 95405, USA
Santa Rosa optometrist with a solid 4.4-star rating from over 250 reviews.
3035 Cleveland Ave suite 100, Santa Rosa, CA 95403, USA
4.7 stars from 247 reviews, reflecting consistent, high-quality eye care in Santa Rosa.
380 Tesconi Ct, Santa Rosa, CA 95401, USA
Trusted by hundreds of patients, this Santa Rosa optometrist maintains a strong 4.4-star rating.
2033 Santa Rosa Plaza, Santa Rosa, CA 95401, USA
Santa Rosa optometrist with a 4.9-star rating from over 200 reviews.
950 Coddingtown Center, Santa Rosa, CA 95401, USA
Santa Rosa optometrist with 4.8 stars from 174 reviews.
2320 Magowan Dr suite c11, Santa Rosa, CA 95405, USA
Rated 4.9 stars from 164 Google reviews, this optometrist is highly trusted.
9240 Old Redwood Hwy Unit #108, Windsor, CA 95492, USA
Rated 4.8 stars from 135 Google reviews, this Santa Rosa optometrist is highly trusted.
3540 Mendocino Ave #200, Santa Rosa, CA 95403, USA
4.9 stars from over 130 reviews for exceptional Santa Rosa eye care.
534 Larkfield Center, Santa Rosa, CA 95403, USA
4.4 stars from over 120 reviews, reflecting trusted local eye care.
6180 State Farm Dr, Rohnert Park, CA 94928, USA
4.4 stars from 62 reviews, reflecting consistent quality care from Santa Rosa patients.
1430 Guerneville Rd, Santa Rosa, CA 95403, USA
4.9-star rating from 11 Google reviews makes this optometrist a top choice.
2655 Cleveland Ave, Santa Rosa, CA 95403, USA
81 Google reviews give this Santa Rosa optometrist a mixed 3.1-star rating.
707 4th St A, Santa Rosa, CA 95404, USA
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Optometrists in Santa Rosa, CA — Compared
| # | Business | RNM Score | Rating | Reviews |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Empire Optometry | 85/100 | 4.8 ★ | 616 |
| 2 | America's Best Contacts & Eyeglasses | 83/100 | 4.7 ★ | 386 |
| 3 | Family Eyecare Optometry: Dr. John Walker, O.D. | 87/100 | 4.9 ★ | 266 |
| 4 | Professional Optometric Corporation, provider of Eyexam of CA | 83/100 | 4.8 ★ | 187 |
| 5 | Family Optometry Center of Santa Rosa | 77/100 | 4.7 ★ | 78 |
| 6 | Site for Sore Eyes - Montgomery Village | 74/100 | 4.7 ★ | 43 |
| 7 | Uptown Optometry | 72/100 | 4.9 ★ | 15 |
| 8 | Bennett Valley Optometry | 60/100 | 4.3 ★ | 12 |
| 9 | Eye Care Institute | 78/100 | 4.4 ★ | 251 |
| 10 | North Bay Eye Associates | 83/100 | 4.7 ★ | 247 |
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Frequently Asked Questions — Optometrists in Santa Rosa
What is the difference between an optometrist and an ophthalmologist in Santa Rosa?
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 Santa Rosa?
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 Santa Rosa typically costs $100–$175. Contact lens fittings are usually billed separately.
How much do glasses cost in Santa Rosa?
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 Santa Rosa 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.
How are the optometrists on this page ranked?
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Every optometrists on RatingsNearMe is scored transparently: star rating (35%), review volume (30%), customer sentiment (20%), profile completeness (10%), and availability (5%). Businesses labeled exclusive or premium are Featured Partners — they have paid for enhanced visibility but must still rank through real customer reviews. We cap sponsored boosts so bad businesses can never buy the top spot.
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: June 13, 2026.
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