About Smith's Opticians
Smith's Opticians is a family-owned and locally operated business in Houston, Texas, established since 1968. They offer affordable prescription eyewear starting from $78, with frames ranging from $28 to about $375. Customers can use their FSA or HSA for sunglasses or eyeglass frames. The optician's shop provides an extensive selection of over a hundred frames from independent brands, catering to various preferences such as extended sizes, petite glasses, made in USA, and deadstock vintage glasses. Assistance is available for customers looking for specific styles. The staff is known for being helpful, patient, and friendly, creating a welcoming and casual atmosphere with no sales pressure. Located near the old Sears (now Ion) off 59 at the Richmond exit, Smith's Opticians is praised for its excellent customer service. The team often goes above and beyond, helping customers with repairs and fixing broken glasses free of charge, even staying late to ensure satisfaction. Customers appreciate the variety and uniqueness of the frames, along with the helpful staff who play good music and make the experience pleasant and stress-free. Many visitors have shared positive experiences, noting the quality product, great value, and the friendly, helpful people. The shop is considered an excellent local place to find stylish and personalized eyewear, making it a favorite for first-time buyers and regular customers alike.
Bought from them online. Perfect service when I had questions about when my glasses would come. Very nowledgeable and mature staff. My glasses are more then perfect and don't feel flimsy or cheap.
Smith's Opticians (Austin St at Wheeler St, a few blocks from the Rice University Ion District on South Main) is the best place in #houston #hou to take your optometrist’s prescription for new #eyeglassframes. Picked up these new specs on Friday, October 24, 2025. Established in 1968, Smith’s carries an incredible selection of unique new and vintage frames you CAN’T FIND ANYWHERE ELSE at UNBEATABLE PRICES! I’ve been a customer for many years. Owner Phil, Carlos, and Rachel will take good care of you! Tell them José sent you! 😉 By the way, I recommend the optometrists at Riz Eye Care at the Walmart on I-10 East (North Shore)! They have great availability for...read full review
I stopped in here to try on 2 frames I liked on the website. First of all they have a large variety of frames in both price and style. There’s something for everybody! I tried on soo many frames I liked. But let me tell you, I took the frames to the gentleman to check out. He said the frame I chose came in a glossy finish as well. Cool these are cute. He said if I like those then I might like another pair, and my stars, they were IT! They’re a beautiful emerald colored frames, that I love already. I’m getting the prescription filled at my optician’s office. I tried the glasses on so many times, just eager to wear them! When I tried the glasses on, very pleased...read full review