Eye 1 was founded over 25 years ago in Yellow Springs, Ohio. True, it was an unusual burg (we had bovine neighbors) to open a high-end, unique eyewear store. Word spread quickly about the eyewear store that carried unbelievably cool frames and we became a destination for folks far and wide. Fast forward to 2000 when we opened the the Hyde Park location. in 2005 we closed the Yellow Springs store and opened a store in Dayton. Our selection may vary by store, but frames are easily transferred.
I was in last week to get new glasses. I have purchased from this store several times and love the selection here. The staff are not only knowledgeable about all of their eyewear, but they have always helped with selecting the right style and shape that is best for me. I get compliments all the time on my glasses. If you are looking for unique glasses, this is the place.
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Yvonne Fneiche
Nov 8, 2025
5.0
I drove 2.5 hours to come see their selection, from the Toledo Ohio area. This place has a wonderful selection of frames for all face shapes and artistic styles. I love frames that are not run of the mill that look like everyone else’s. The ladies were super helpful and gave great feedback, and helped me select just the right pair. It was a hard choice, there were at least 4 that were fabulous. The prices were to be expected as these are designer and not the mass box store styles. Each frame is crafted with care and attention to detail and you can feel the quality in the materials. I only bought the frames and will have to get my lenses near my home, so I can’t attest to that. I will be coming back again the next time I have to pass through the Dayton area. What a gem of a shop! Thank you for your expertise.
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Hanya Malik
Aug 21, 2025
5.0
So efficient and sweet! Needed new screws on my vintage sunglasses. Not only did they fix the issue quickly, they also gave me complimentary new nose pads.
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Joshua Farber
Apr 8, 2017
5.0
Deidre, who has been an associate/employee at Eye1 for as long as my wife and I have shopped there, is outstanding. She is knowledgable, engaging, efficient, charming and so much more, all positive. The owners also go out of their way to make customers content. The store carries unique, niche glasses, costly, and the owners and staff both make sure that the store's service back's up the high quality glasses. David in particular goes the extra mile to make sure that customer's needs are met and that they, ultimately, are happy. Sometimes it takes an extra call to receive detailed attention to an unusual problem. But David is happy to field that call, and to rectify the rare problem when it arises.
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Mitchell Allen
Mar 28, 2014
1.0
We were looking forward to checking this place out because of the selection they seemed to offer on the web. However, one of the staff was very rude and told us that she had never heard of the brand that we were after, even though it was advertised on their website. Also, she reminded us very rudely that the store's closing time was 6:00 p.m., a fact that we were very much aware of. Not to mention, for their prices, I think they could stand to stick around for another ten minutes to make a sale. An all around bad experience, which is too bad because we like to support local businesses.
Frequently Asked Questions About Eye1 Unique Eyewear
Where is Eye1 Unique Eyewear located?
Eye1 Unique Eyewear is located at 2648 Erie Ave, Cincinnati, OH 45208, in the Hyde Park neighborhood.
What are the operating hours of Eye1 Unique Eyewear?
Eye1 Unique Eyewear is open Monday and Saturday from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM, Tuesday through Friday from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and closed on Sundays.
Is Eye1 Unique Eyewear wheelchair accessible?
Yes, Eye1 Unique Eyewear has a wheelchair accessible entrance to accommodate all customers.
What types of payments does Eye1 Unique Eyewear accept?
Eye1 Unique Eyewear accepts American Express, Apple Pay, Cash, Check, Discover, MasterCard, Travelers Check, and Visa.
Is the staff at Eye1 Unique Eyewear fully vaccinated?
Yes, the staff at Eye1 Unique Eyewear are fully vaccinated to ensure customer safety.
Does Eye1 Unique Eyewear welcome LGBTQ customers?
Yes, Eye1 Unique Eyewear is welcoming and inclusive of LGBTQ customers.
Can I transfer frames between Eye1 Unique Eyewear stores?
Yes, frames purchased at Eye1 Unique Eyewear can be easily transferred between their different store locations.
What nearby real estate agents are close to Eye1 Unique Eyewear?
Nearby real estate agents include Hurst Group of Sibcy Cline, Ellie Sells Cincy, Lisa Williams, Sibcy Cline Realtors, and MacKenzie Elliott, Realtor, among others.
Are there any nearby restaurants to Eye1 Unique Eyewear for a meal after shopping?
Yes, Indigo Casual Gourmet Cafe is a nearby American restaurant where customers can enjoy a meal after visiting Eye1 Unique Eyewear.
Where can I find banking services near Eye1 Unique Eyewear?
KeyBank and Fifth Third Bank are nearby financial services locations for your banking needs close to Eye1 Unique Eyewear.