Taras Optical
1207 Troy-Schenectady Rd,
Latham, NY

So happy we changed our eye doctor to here the service is amazing they go above and beyond. My prescription was off from going to another place and they fixed it here showed me what it would look like and really took their time to show me glasses that were in my budget.

Was due for an eye exam and new glasses and decided to try a Tara’s. Great choice. They were extremely helpful in picking out frames. They did the “shopping” for me, which was extremely helpful since some frames are bigger/smaller and fit differently. When I went in to pick up the glasses, they took the time to fit them to my face and make all the adjustments needed. Definitely a better experience than at the previous place I went, which didn’t help with picking out frames and didn’t even make any adjustments or even give me the chance to try them on before they were helping other people. Definitely recommend Tara’s.

Rave review time! I was over due for an eye exam and knew I need a stronger script, and also want contacts. So I call visionworks to make an appointment, they can't see me until September 29, fine, I schedule the appointment, BUT, I always drive by this little place called Taras Optical, and I see a big sign on the door that they take my insurance, so I called them last Thursday, and not only was I seen today, but the woman took her time on the phone to explain what I would be paying for my co pay as well as the contact fitting exam, and today she spent time with me helping me pick out frames and explaining how much of each was covered on my plan! The doctor, Dr Halpin, was amazing, he did my exam, talked with me about contacts and then was incredibly patient with me when teaching me how to put them in and take them out. They sent me home with one pair to use for adjusting and I should have my glasses and contacts next week! If you're looking for an optometrist, i highly recommended Taras Optical, my entire experience was pleasant and it was really great knowing what I'd be spending before I even got there, and not one ounce of impatience to get me out the door, and I wasnt pressured to purchase expensive frames!