Beth Pearlmutter, OD at Austin Optics

Mar 2024

I've been using Austin Optics for at least 15 years. Iris, Mark and Dr. Perlmutter are terrific. Recently my circa 1920's Viennese gold rim frames needed major repair. Mark performed "surgery" on them and they are now like new (thought still a cherished antique that I will wear daily). The price was certainly fair as it was an extensive retrofitting. Totally recommend them.

Feb 2022

I stopped in here needing an adjustment. I am visiting from California and had a different place adjust them earlier that day. Something went terribly wrong and the progressive lenses were out of whack. Iris spent 30 minutes trying to get the frame back in shape. I went back the next day and she spent even more time fine tuning her work. All of this was done at no cost, with knowledge and a smile. Always bring a second pair of glasses when you travel! If you don't, I hope you are fortunate enough to find someone like Iris!

Nov 2020

First thing is first. The question that I always had regarding being in business on Austin street was, "how is it possible to have so many optical stores, what do you offer that someone else doesn't?" I came to a few shops around the area including cohens. I really feel that all of those businesses are out there to milk the insurance companies with services you don't need and to sell you crap and charge you Austin street premiums. The best referral is word of mouth. I found out regarding this establishment through a family member. The client bought their prescriptions here and they delivered on everything they promised. When I told them regarding complications with my vision and I used different opticians and independently run stores to get better results. But in the end I still had blurred vision. They said, "use this shop and you won't be disappointed." I ended up coming in here for an evaluation and getting contact lenses. I got tired of wearing glasses and it was time for a change. I started wearing contacts a few months ago. It's a pain in the neck to put them on, but it got better with practice. Often times I felt as though the contacts wouldn't stick to my eyeballs. My previous optician gave me a prescription, and it was still a pain putting them on. Additionally, I still had blurred vision. I was greeted by Iris Alvarez and Dr. Pearlmutter. During the evaluation Dr Pearlmutter brought me up to speed regarding the shape of my eye and which contacts would work best. She spend quite some time to make sure that I can get the right prescriptions. Lastly, the fact that she told me which contacts would be a great fit. It took me literally 20 seconds to put on my contacts. Because the shape of the lens matched the shape of my eyeballs. Furthermore, it seems like this establishment is in business because they have Iris Alvarez and Dr. Pearlmutter who are pros in this business. They made sure that I can see clear and was comfortable with the service and products I picked. I didn't feel rushed, nor did I feel uncomfortable throughout duration of the service. They exceeded all of my expectations. This business is there to deliver on their services and they stand behind their products. They are not here to render bait and switch services. They're in business to provide premium quality services at reasonable prices. I Will definitely come back and refer friends and family!