Meet NYC's friendliest eyewear specialists.
(212) 599-1220
369 Madison Ave
(W 45th Street)
New York,
NY
10017
40.755
-73.9776
Neighborhoods: Midtown, Midtown Center
Grand Central Optical Co Inc
Last updated 10.31.09
What People Are Saying About Grand Central Optical
The Owner
Grand Central Optical
Owner
Grand Central Optical Co. Inc., a family-owned practice in operation for over 40 years, is a full service optical company providing the finest in ophthalmic services and eyewear. Professional consultants guide patients through the process of selecting frames, with an "eye" to prescription compatibility and enhancement of facial features (facial feature enhancement). Excellent quality control is maintained by an on premises manufacturing laboratory, which houses the latest, high tech equipment necessary for our high standard work. Services include glaucoma testing, cataract testing, medical…
The Editor
Contributor
Citysearch
The Scene – For nearly 40 years, Grand Central Optical has been providing quality eye care and glasses to midtowners, tourists and office workers in two convenient locations (the other's in Grand Central Terminal). Unlike most of the overly designed (and understaffed) eyewear shops along this intimidating stretch of retailers, GCO has a crackerjack staff of specialists who seem genuinely concerned with your eye care and salespeople who actually say hello when you walk in. – – The Goods – The staff is professional, without being pushy, and are willing to take the time…
09/23/09
Very convenient
by Bob456
I work in the area and just got a pair of glasses here. Very convenient to get done on the way to my train home. Very trendy - I got a much better looking pair than my normal style. I can't believe how many people have complimented me on my new glasses. I am totally satisfied and give this place 2 thumbs up.
- Pros: near Grand Central
09/11/09
Lots of frames
by AA10850
I needed an eye exam for too long and just got my new glasses. I feel like I can see again! I'm really happy with my frames and how clear the lenses are. There were a lot of frames to choose from - I felt like I could choose a few that would look good on me. There were a lot of designer frames, if you want that. My insurance covered most of the cost and I feel like I got a much better pair of glasses than I could get at my usual chain place. These are much more fashionable and look a lot better. I have no complaints. This was a good find and a good deal.
- Pros: Lots of frames
07/15/09
Unfriendly, rushed, and late!
by cynthiakay
i ordered lenses 2.5 weeks ago. have had to wear not very nice backup glasses in the meantime. they told me they would be ready in 8-10 business days. today is day 13. no lenses. i phoned at 445pm. got a very unfriendly woman who was snippy and curt with me. she said the glasses just came in today. i asked what time and why wasn't i called. it's almost 5pm. she just kept talking over me saying, "do you want to come and pick them up?" then i find out they're not even at the right store. they would have to be delivered. every time i go in that place, the women are so unfriendly, motor-mouthed and robotic. they could care less about customer service. it must be a miserable place to work is all i can say.
- Pros: none
- Cons: unfriendly, rushed and late!
The Details on Grand Central Optical
Message from Grand Central Optical
- Eyeglass lab on premises
- Eye exams
- Bifocal contact lenses
Grand Central Optical Co. Inc., a family-owned practice in operation for over 40 years, is a full service optical company providing the finest in ophthalmic services and eyewear. Professional consultants guide patients through the process of selecting frames, with an "eye" to prescription compatibility and enhancement of facial features (facial feature enhancement). Excellent quality control is maintained by an on premises manufacturing laboratory, which houses the latest, high tech equipment necessary for our high standard work. Services include glaucoma testing, cataract testing, medical exams, designer and economical frames. Specialize in contact lenses, bifocal contacts, progressive and high index lenses.
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