Pearle Vision

4.1
116 reviews

About

OptometryEye Care CenterSunglasses StoreContact Lenses SupplierOptician
Pearle Vision is proud to be once again recognized, as the 2022 Women’s Choice Award winner as their Best Eye Care Retailer. Caring for you and your eyes since 1961, the eye care experts at your Pearle Vision in Somerville provide genuine eye care to you with eye exams, state-of-the-art lenses, and a wide variety of designer frame brands. Always count on clear answers and personal attention. Our commitment will still be going strong long after you leave with your new pair of glasses or updated lenses. We welcome your current prescription, and work with all major health and vision plans including EyeMed, VSP and UnitedHealthcare. Many of our locations are now EyeMed PLUS Providers. Check with your EyeCare Center to see which insurance plans are accepted. Eye exams available at the independent doctor of optometry at or next to Pearle Vision. Doctors in some states are employed by Pearle Vision.

Location

Pearle Vision
22 McGrath Hwy, Somerville, MA
02143, United States

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What are people saying?

AI-generated from recent customer reviews

Customer Service

Feedback on customer service is mixed; while some staff members are praised for their friendliness and helpfulness, others are criticized for rudeness and lack of accountability.

Pricing Transparency

Many customers expressed concerns about unclear pricing and unexpected charges, leading to feelings of being misled or overcharged.

Doctor Experience

Doctors, particularly Dr. Alex, received high praise for their thoroughness, knowledge, and compassionate care during eye exams.

Staff Knowledge

While some staff members are noted for their expertise and helpfulness, others were described as uninformed or dismissive, particularly regarding insurance and product knowledge.

Product Quality

Customers appreciate the selection of frames and the quality of lenses, but there are complaints about issues with prescriptions and fitting.
  • LS
    Lokesh Sangabattula
    Nov 5, 2025
    1.0
    The frames are very expensive and the sales team makes it difficult to make cheaper choices.
  • JM
    Jacob Morris
    Nov 4, 2025
    1.0
    The experience with the doctor and scheduling was fine and adequate, but the pricing was extremely shady. I went in for a routine glasses/ contacts annual appointment and was charged for a “specialty” appointment. This turns out to be a 150$ charge not covered by my insurance. I had been here once before for a checkup and only paid my 10$ copay and when I told them that, they said I was incorrectly charged last time. Additionally, the contacts price I was quoted to order through them was 2x the price I was seeing ordering online elsewhere. Again, both doctors are fine, but I feel like they are trying to screw me over at every payment step.
  • FJ
    Fernando Jose-Valdez
    Oct 11, 2025
    2.0
    I wasn’t heard the lady ran my insurance and didn’t want to listen to me about how mine works and she wasn’t willing to try either so I went somewhere else where I was listened and they where able to do it
  • HF
    Heather Florance
    Sep 21, 2025
    5.0
    Dr. Alex Russakovsky is an outstanding optometrist—thorough, compassionate, and incredibly knowledgeable. He takes the time to truly listen and make you feel cared for. I went in feeling anxious after seeing what looked like a black curtain in my vision, fearing it could be a detached retina. (Dont ever google or use AI for your symptoms... you'll have anxiety for days/weeks. Just go see the doctor lol) Dr. Alex immediately understood the urgency, performed multiple detailed tests, and explained everything clearly. Thankfully, it was not a retinal detachment but harmless random floaters. He also diagnosed me with blepharitis prior, something I hadn't realized was contributing to my eye issues, and recommended simple steps like taking fish oil and using Avenova spray to help manage it. His attention to detail and ability to explain conditions in a way that made sense really put me at ease. The office staff is just as wonderful. The eyeglass team is warm, friendly, and patient. I normally get polycarbonate lens but they recommended I get high index, which I'm excited for because it is thinner and better. Can't wait to pick up my Tiffany glasses soon! I highly recommend Dr. Alex and this office to anyone seeking exceptional eye care.
  • KF
    Katelyn Feeley
    Sep 5, 2025
    1.0
    Extremely rude and take zero accountability for their mistakes. Discrimination at its finest. I brought in my glasses for lens repair on 8/26/25 (last day of my warranty). I only needed the lens replaced because the frames were almost in perfect condition. I picked up my glasses a week later (9/3) and noticed the frames were dirty and damaged when I got home. I called the store, they said I could go Friday (today, 9/5/25) to speak to the manager. Store manager screamed at me and said I caused the damage myself. I said, “I wear these glasses every single day, I know exactly how I brought them in. Did you take any pictures before you did the lens repair? Because that would show you how I brought them in.” The store manager starts screaming over me, insisting I caused the damage. She then had the nerve to mention my autistic son, saying, “your son probably did it then”. How low can you go? Instead of taking accountability for damaging the frames, whether it was an accident or not, these comments were absolutely out of line, inappropriate and disrespectful. I feel as though me and my son were discriminated against. She refused to give me corporate phone number, instead screamed, “what do you want, a free pair of glasses? Get her whatever she wants and get her out of here”. I definitely would never be the type to look for handouts. Every time I’ve gone to this location I’ve paid money out of pocket. I just wanted them to rectify a damage that happened in their care. And instead, the manager accused my autistic son of causing the damage. But as a manager, to insinuate that I would lie to get a free pair of glasses (which I paid out of pocket for & also paid for the warranty) is completely disrespectful and out of line. I work full time, money was not the issue. It was accountability. I’ve worked on both ends of customer service jobs, I would never speak to a customer like that, EVER. (I would probably lose my job!) I can’t speak for all of the employees at this location, but the store manager is completely disrespectful and inappropriate and needs to be dealt with.

Frequently Asked Questions About Pearle Vision

What are the operating hours of Pearle Vision in Somerville?

Pearle Vision in Somerville is open Monday to Thursday from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM, Friday and Saturday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and is closed on Sundays.

Which eye care services does Pearle Vision in Somerville offer?

They offer eye examinations and Optomap Retinal Exams (availability may vary by location).