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Same-Day Optometrists in Santa Rosa, CA
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As of June 2026, RatingsNearMe ranks 20 optometrists in Santa Rosa, CA by verified customer ratings and review volume. The highest-rated is Empire Optometry with a 4.8-star rating from 616 verified reviews. 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 1, 2026 · Scored by ratings (35%), review volume (30%), sentiment (20%), completeness (10%), availability (5%) · Not paid placement.
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Top Rated Optometrists
Empire Optometry
1265 N Dutton Ave, Santa Rosa, CA 95401, USA
America's Best Contacts & Eyeglasses
290 Coddingtown Center, Santa Rosa, CA 95401, USA
Family Eyecare Optometry: Dr. John Walker, O.D.
ADD PARKING AVAILABLE AND WHERE, 9071 Conde Ln, Windsor, CA 95492, USA
Optometrists 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 | Family Optometry Center of Santa Rosa1559 Farmers Ln, Santa Rosa, CA 95405, USA | 4.7★ | 78 |
| #5 | Santa Rosa Optometry: Josue Gonzalez Pena, OD & Michael Shulkin, OD707 4th St A, Santa Rosa, CA 95404, USA | 3.1★ | 81 |
| #6 | Sonoma Eyeworks Optometry534 Larkfield Center, Santa Rosa, CA 95403, USA | 4.9★ | 134 |
| #7 | North Bay Eye Associates380 Tesconi Ct, Santa Rosa, CA 95401, USA | 4.7★ | 247 |
| #8 | Advanced Vision Optometry2655 Cleveland Ave, Santa Rosa, CA 95403, USA | 4.9★ | 11 |
| #9 | Eye Care Institute3035 Cleveland Ave suite 100, Santa Rosa, CA 95403, USA | 4.4★ | 251 |
| #10 | Warby Parker Montgomery Village2320 Magowan Dr suite c11, Santa Rosa, CA 95405, USA | 4.8★ | 174 |
Ranked by verified ratings & review volume · Data from Google Business listings · Updated June 2026
All Optometrists in Santa Rosa
Family Optometry Center of Santa Rosa
1559 Farmers Ln, Santa Rosa, CA 95405, USA
Santa Rosa Optometry: Josue Gonzalez Pena, OD & Michael Shulkin, OD
707 4th St A, Santa Rosa, CA 95404, USA
Sonoma Eyeworks Optometry
534 Larkfield Center, Santa Rosa, CA 95403, USA
North Bay Eye Associates
380 Tesconi Ct, Santa Rosa, CA 95401, USA
Advanced Vision Optometry
2655 Cleveland Ave, Santa Rosa, CA 95403, USA
Eye Care Institute
3035 Cleveland Ave suite 100, Santa Rosa, CA 95403, USA
Warby Parker Montgomery Village
2320 Magowan Dr suite c11, Santa Rosa, CA 95405, USA
Target Optical
950 Coddingtown Center, Santa Rosa, CA 95401, USA
Professional Optometric Corporation, provider of Eyexam of CA
2033 Santa Rosa Plaza, Santa Rosa, CA 95401, USA
Uptown Optometry
1140 Sonoma Ave, Santa Rosa, CA 95405, USA
Dr. Shipley and Associates
1430 Guerneville Rd, Santa Rosa, CA 95403, USA
LensCrafters
2033 Santa Rosa Plaza, Santa Rosa, CA 95401, USA
North Bay Optometric Vision Center
6180 State Farm Dr, Rohnert Park, CA 94928, USA
Lyons Optometry
9240 Old Redwood Hwy Unit #108, Windsor, CA 95492, USA
Bennett Valley Optometry
2451 Summerfield Rd, Santa Rosa, CA 95405, USA
Site for Sore Eyes - Montgomery Village
2320 Midway Dr, Santa Rosa, CA 95405, USA
LaserVue Eye Center
3540 Mendocino Ave #200, Santa Rosa, CA 95403, USA
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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.
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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: June 1, 2026.
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