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Bill Valentine Optical
524 E Glenoaks Blvd unit d, Glendale, CA 91207, United States
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Da
Review №1

Thanks Bill! Took my wife here to get her new glasses fixed which fit very badly. He has some unique tools to adjust the nose pads and did a fantastic job aligning the stems and tightening them around the face and ears so they now sit level and dont fall off.Also a very nice guy, highly recommend.

Je
Review №2

The difference between LensCrafters and Bill Valentine Optical is night and day. I have never loved a pair of eyeglasses until the ones I just got from Bill. Bill has an eclectic variety of frames and although I was not sure what I was looking for, he was able to find the perfect (and perhaps literally one-of-a-kind) frame for my face. The lenses he put in the frame are the best I have ever looked through. I have a very strong prescription, and these lenses are the thinnest and clearest Ive ever had, with excellent peripheral vision and almost zero edge distortion. I also purchased a pair of prescription sunglasses from Bill that are just as fantastic. I have primarily worn contact lenses for years, but these glasses are so good that I may retire the contacts. The range of vision with these glasses is nearly equivalent to contacts, and no dry eyeballs.As for pricing, the total I paid for both the eyeglasses and sunglasses was less than what I would have paid for one pair of glasses via a Luxottica-owned brand (LensCrafters, Oakley, etc.), and Bills lenses are of far superior quality. Bills prices are also not far above Warby Parkers, even though Bills frames and fit are far, far better.The icing on the cake is that Bill is a wonderful guy and you will have a great time in his shop. Unparalleled customer service.Whether you want new frames or just new lenses, please do yourself a favor and visit Bill Valentine Optical!

Al
Review №3

This guy is the real deal. Everything everyone is talking about and more. Prompt, knowledgeable and reasonably priced.He was very patient and nice with my special needs daughter and was able to save us a ton of money on her difficult eyeglass prescription (so I ordered 3 of them lol)He is a nice man on top of all that

Ar
Review №4

I had previously been gifted brand new glasses, but they were poorly fitted by another optician (after getting them refitted twice!). I decided to go to Bill to get them adjusted, and he properly fitted me. Now, my glasses feel amazing, and his services leave you feeling confident in your glasses. I HIGHLY recommend coming to Bills for all of your optical needs. Thank you again for the adjustment! Ill be seeing you again for my future glasses needs.

Ba
Review №5

Ive been going to Bill for glasses for 10 years when I moved here. He keeps my ancient titanium glasses in great shape. After cataract surgery, he ground me special no rx in the top and readers in the bottom glasses and I couldnt be happier. Make sure to try his prisms for computer work. I am an elder and have worn glasses for over 70 years. Bill is the best most competent optician I have ever gone to. Thanks, Bill!!!

Mi
Review №6

Ive just started going to Bill and Im so happy with all the glasses/sunglasses he has made for me and my teenage daughter.He has a positive disposition and he is so down to earth and easy going. His office/studio in Glendale is so unique with a cool retro vibe with many styles of frames to choose from. My vision is crisp and clear whenever I wear his glasses. I have never been happier with my glasses! I recommend him 100%!

Le
Review №7

Bill Valentine is truly a master optician. I am a frame rep and have worked in the Glendale area for 15 years. Ive known Bill for many years but only recently started wearing glasses. I started work with a new company and they offered to make me 2 pairs of glasses. I stopped in at an Optometry by my house to get my measurements taken and sent it in with my prescription. When the glasses came back I couldnt see out of them. I knew I needed an expert and I have heard great things about Bill over the years from other Optometrists and opticians in the area. I took the glasses to Bill and he was able to adjust one of the frames so that I could see out of them. The second pair was too off so he gave me the correct measurements and the lab redid the lenses to Bills specifications. They were perfect! Bill is a pleasure to be with. He takes the time with his customers to make sure their glasses are perfect. He also has one of the best collections of Retro frames Ive seen. I highly recommend Bill Valentine for all your vision needs!

Ki
Review №8

Bill is the absolute best! Theres great service and then theres great service from a human being that really cares about his work and the people he serves. His knowledge; from optometry to frame fashion history is off the charts. The selection of frames is curated chic and focused on quality. His personal approach is extremely special and an exceptional value. I highly recommend this Optical Shop!

Do
Review №9

I went to his clinic earlier for adjustment of my glasses that I purchased online. I was really desperate to have it fix so I googled an optical shop near me & saw his clinic. If I only knew, I would have buy my glasses and have my eyeglass prescription in there. Mr. Bill is super friendly and very accommodating. He did fix my glasses for free. I will definitely come back next time and will refer him to my friends.

Ma
Review №10

Weve been going to Bill for more than 15 years and all we can say is that he is the best! He takes care of us and makes sure that we are happy with how our glasses fit. Very professional, caring and a genuinely kind person.

Re
Review №11

Bill Valentine optical is the best imaginable place in terms of prices, customer service, selection of frames and the ability to meet the requirements of the most challenging prescriptions. It is run by Bill Valentine, the most skilled optometrist I have ever met ( I have worn glasses since I was one and I am old now). My husband needs the most complicated prisms that nobody could have ever made but Bill. We have been Bill’s customers for over twenty years. He has always been warm and friendly no matter how often we came to have our lenses adjusted and our frames repaired. I highly recommend Bill Valentine optical because I can’t imagine anybody to be unsatisfied with the personable service you receive.

Tr
Review №12

With Bill, I dont feel like just a number. He is sincerely interested in helping me and my wife out with what our eyeglass frame and / or lens need may be at the time! Usually, it is with a good sense of humor to make the rest of the day better. Fortunately Bill is a professional and wants you feel good with the glasses and how they fit and wont be content until you have the fit and finish you require! His prices are quite good too!!I certainly recommend him!!!

Ge
Review №13

Bill Valentine, is very professional and shows a genuine concern for his customers. If you have a unique or unusual condition or request he is more than qualified to work with you and make recommendations. My wife and I have used his services for many years and have always been very satisfied with his services and selections. His interest in his customers and their satisfaction would be hard to beat at a discount optical. His prices are fair and his selection of frames is extensive. We highly recommend Bill Valentine Optical. Jerry and Jane

Ch
Review №14

I love this office! Everyone is very nice, and they know their stuff. Theyre experts with a down-to-earth approach, plus they have tons of stylish frames. Youll never look better (in all senses of the word).

Av
Review №15

Best experience with Bill. He always makes time for his clients and takes the best care of them. It’s no wonder we keep coming back. Thank you for your amazing service and work!

ca
Review №16

I took my glasses to his shop because the shop my optometrist referred me to didnt have the parts to fix my sunglasses and thus was sent to him. He was so welcoming and handled the fixing of my glasses with great care whilst talking to me and being so pleasant. In the end he fixed my glasses perfectly and didnt charge me! Thanks Bill.

Ch
Review №17

Bill Valentine is the best. He is a consummate craftsman, leaves no detail undone, and has great taste. He is friendly, compassionate and kind. I got a Boxer puppy, Frankie, whose passion is finding my fabulous frameless glasses and chomping them to near total destruction. She found my glasses 3 times and chomped them, including the lenses. I took the glasses back to Bill. He managed to get the lenses replaced at no cost to me. I highly recommend Bill.

Ro
Review №18

Superb customer service, affordable and excellent workmanship. A craftsman in every sense of the word. Sure hes knowlegeable too. If you wear glasses, you owe it to yourself to visit him.

Se
Review №19

After my dogs chewed up my last pair of glasses 😑😑 I needed something in a hurry; 20/100 vision isn’t exactly awesome...I was able to get an appointment the next day, and by the time I left I was set up with the new frames I chose, plus a temporary pair to keep me going for a couple of days while the new lenses were being made. Bill really comes through when you’re in a jam! Can’t thank him enough! The glasses are great.If you need new glasses, head over to Bill!

Al
Review №20

What can I say, Bill has been making glasses for me for over 30 years. In the 80s I was having my glasses made by ForEyes and my neighbor who worked for an optical lab said you need to have quality glasses, not those cheap things. My neighbor introduced me to Bill; hes probably made at least 25 pair for me and I keep coming back for more! Not only is his workmanship top notch and reasonably priced, hes just a great guy and joy to work with.Do yourself a favor and visit Bill.

An
Review №21

Bill Valentine is very professional and at the same time makes you feel comfortable. Our family has known him for many years. He takes his time and has an amazing gift of fitting your glasses to your unique face. I just picked up three pairs and they all fit perfectly and he customized the color of my lenses to how they would look on me personally. I highly reccomend him.

Ro
Review №22

Bill Valentine is always a pleasure to work with. Hes knowledgeable and attentive. Hes a good listener and has, thank God, a sense of humor. His prices cant be beat. Ive sent many friends to see him and will send more.

Ga
Review №23

My wife, a long time customer of Bill, introduced me to Bill Valentine Optical not long after we married in 2011. At that time, I needed glasses to withstand the sun, extreme temperatures and winds of working on the desert floor of the High Desert. Bill made it happen and I was so impressed that Bill is my number one optical support for everyone one of my pairs of glasses. Care is always world class, fittings are precise and comfortable. My latest (2019) pair of glasses are crystal clear and in the original frames I purchased in 2011. I live about 90 miles away from Glendale but the trip is always worth the quality I need and receive for my eye care. 5 stars is not enough to rate the care and support that I always receive from Bill Valentine Optical!

We
Review №24

Bill Valentine is a master optician. He is as dedicated to his clients as he is to his craft. He is friendly, professional, and often goes above and beyond to ensure perfect fitting glasses for his clients. He is THE expert to go to!

Su
Review №25

I had a professional experience atValentine Optical. Bill is very competent, friendlyand professional. I highly recommend him.

Da
Review №26

We have had courteous, friendly service from Bill for 17yrs. He made sure my family glasses fit great. He also took care of my work, safety glasses.I have had fast service with a great deal on my glasses. I highly recommend Bill. He is honest, Knowledgeable all around good person.

Al
Review №27

Incredibly good service. A super selection of glassware at affordable prices. The best kept secret in Los Angeles for glasses.

Al
Review №28

I’ve been trying to find a place to fix my favorite pair or T2 glasses (company no longer exists) for over a year and not only can they do it, but they also took great care in getting me set up with a new pair of computer glasses that I needed as well. They also gave me an incredible little gadget they invented that clips on to your existing glasses and makes them work for computer screen distance. I like having dedicated computer glasses but I’m always afraid I’ll misplace them and not be able to work for however many days it takes to replace them. Problem solved!Bill and Burke were so nice and patient with me. Bill adjusted my old glasses too, did a better job than anyone has ever done. Completely replaced the nose piece. Those glasses were killing me and giving me headaches and now they feel great!!

da
Review №29

I have known Bill since his days at Glendale Eye. He was friendly and helpful then and he is even more relatable now. Bill makes you feel like a friend when you go in for repairs or new frames or lenses. Bill has repaired glasses that other Opticians wouldnt work on for one reason or another. Its like he takes it as a personal challenge to repair glasses others wont? My only complaint is every time I go in there I hate to leave because Bill always has a good story to tell and I end up spending way too much time there!

Mi
Review №30

Hands down the best optician in the business. Mr Valentine has been a board certified optician and have witnessed his interactions with patients as I waited my turn. He specializes in complex prescriptions and I would bet that he can perform and deliver eyewear at exceptional value.

di
Review №31

Ive been seeing Bill for my eyewear for a about 8 years now and have been very satisfied with his pricing, the quality of his glasses, the fit and choice of frames. My friends and family are happy with his services and knowledge which he will happily pass along! And I often get compliments on my eyewear!DianeGlendale, CA

I
Review №32

Are you a person who likes their glasses to fit just right? Do you like to have your specialized prescription and lenses be made right the FIRST time? This is just what I received at Valentines Optical. Bill is a master optician. That makes all the difference. I have the best pair of eyewear that I call my forever sunglasses. Ive received comments that I look like a Star while wearing them. I recomend Bill Valentine Optical.

Ed
Review №33

Bill Valentine, a master optician, has been providing me with trifocals for driving, computer, flying and construction safety glasses for about the last fourty years. He is entertaining, professional and I always leave happy and smiling while feeling I received superior service with quality frames. He always seems to have the latest fashion in frames in sizes to fit my face. After moving to Idaho I tried a number of optometrists and Costco but never received the quality fitting or prices I had come to expect from Bill Valintine. My wife and I now return to Glendale for all our optical needs.

So
Review №34

I have been seeing Bill Valentine for my eyewear over 10 years and have been very satisfied with his service and the quality of his glasses. Bill always stands by his work. I would highly recommend Bill Valentine Optical!

ju
Review №35

Bill is my favorite optician, and a pleasure to be his patient! Always gives the best service and always first class service. I would be happy to recommend Bill Valentine Optical anytime!

El
Review №36

You can take the guy out of THREE DECADES ago, but you cant take the RETRO outta the guy! Bill Valentine IS THAT GUY! A friend took me to see Bill when I needed new frames, This friend had at least 6 pairs of kitchy, retro frames and looked incredibly hip. I let her take me in for mine! When you walk into the store, youre greeted with 50s Rock & Roll, a sweet, smiling guy in an Hawaiian shirt wearing stylin glasses and a big hug. He said any friend of Carols is a friend of mine!As soon as Bill realized what kind of look I wanted, he immediately placed 5-6 choices in front of me. I proceeded to play for an hour. I bought 3 pairs AND a pair of sunglasses.Glasses are perfect and fun, prescription is right on and I find myself looking forward to my next prescription change, of all things, just to get new frames from Bill.Oh, did I mention that his prices beat everything out there. GO!

da
Review №37

Bill Valentine has handled my optical over the lsst 15 years. His service is attentive, and professional,. The glasses he makes are good quality, properly fittted and reasonably priced. He has helped me through some difficult vision issues after eye surgery. .

Gl
Review №38

No matter where you get your eye exam, you need to go to Bill to get your glasses. Hell work with you until youre completely satisfied. He also has a large variety of frames to choose form at prices probably more reasonable than anywhere else.

De
Review №39

Bill Valentine is very knowledgable and always available to assist you with getting fun frames for your optical prescription and will work hard to get your prescription just right. You will not be disappointed!

Ch
Review №40

I wont buy my glasses any place else. Bill stands by his work and he makes the whole experience enjoyable.

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  • Address:524 E Glenoaks Blvd unit d, Glendale, CA 91207, United States
  • Site:http://www.billvalentineoptical.com/
  • Phone:+1 818-398-1760
Categories
  • Eye care center
  • Discount store
  • Optician
  • Optical products manufacturer
  • Optical wholesaler
Working hours
  • Monday:9:30am–5:30pm
  • Tuesday:9:30am–5:30pm
  • Wednesday:8:30am–2:30pm
  • Thursday:Closed
  • Friday:9:30am–5:30pm
  • Saturday:9:30am–5:30pm
  • Sunday:9:30am–5:30pm
Highlights
  • Identifies as veteran-led:Yes
Accessibility
  • Wheelchair-accessible car park:Yes
  • Wheelchair-accessible entrance:Yes
Amenities
  • Wi-Fi:Yes
Planning
  • LGBTQ-friendly:Yes
Payments
  • Cheques:Yes
  • Debit cards:Yes
  • Credit cards:Yes
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