Optica Optometry

Optometry • South San Francisco, CA • 2 (South San Francisco, Millbrae) locations

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About

Optica Optometry is a small, family-owned eye care practice based in Daly City with three US offices, including a location in South San Francisco near 1121 El Camino Real. They offer comprehensive eye exams, vision and eye health services, contact lens fittings (including specialty lenses), myopia control, and dry eye treatment. The practice emphasizes personalized service and operates with a small team of doctors and staff. Contact: 650-826-2020; emails: info@opticamillbrae.com, opticaoptometry@gmail.com.

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Clinic Type

Optometry

Address

988 El Camino Real, Suite 5, South San Francisco, CA 94080; Millbrae location: 199 Taylor Boulevard, Millbrae, CA 94030

Phone

650-866-4641

Email

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Opening Hours

Mon-Fri: 10:00am–6:00pm; Sat: 9:00am–4:00pm; Sun: Closed

Website

https://www.opticaoptometry.com/

Emergency Care

Emergency care available

Services Offered

eye exams
optometric services
diagnostic imaging
ophthalmic technology
contact lens exams and fittings
myopia control
ortho-k
dry eye treatment
glaucoma treatment
urgent care
LASIK candidacy information
diabetic-related eye exams
pink eye
ophthalmic eyewear

Technology & Equipment

Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT)
infrared eye imaging

Team

Dr. Michael Chew — Optometrist
Unspecified staff — Office staff

Insurance & Payment

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credit card, care credit, cash, check, online payment options

Languages Spoken

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FAQs

What are the hours for the South San Francisco office?

Mon - Fri: 10:00am - 6:00pm; Sat: 9:00am - 4:00pm; Sun: Closed. Lunch break 1:30pm - 3:00pm on weekdays.

What are the hours for the Millbrae office?

Mon - Fri: 10:00am - 6:00pm; Sat: 9:00am - 4:00pm; Sun: Closed. Lunch break 1:30pm - 3:00pm on weekdays.

Social Media

Facebook

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What Patients Say

Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive

Google: 4.9/5 stars (378 reviews (Google))
Yelp: Not explicitly stated as an average, but generally favorable (63 reviews)

Patients praise

Thorough, knowledgeable, and patient optometrists (specifically Dr. Chew and Dr. Florendo)
Friendly, welcoming, and professional office staff
Modern, clean, and spacious office environment
Helpful assistance with eyewear selection, fitting, and adjustments
Efficient service and ease of booking appointments

Common complaints

Lack of transparency regarding fees (specifically contact lens fitting fees)
Perceived unprofessionalism or annoyance from staff when asked questions
Difficulties with billing, itemized receipts, and communication regarding rebates

"Dr. Chew is an excellent doctor, who has many years experience and provided dedicated service to his customers. The optician William is very professional, patient, and highly skilled in measurements and adjustments."

— My Vision Care review by Wendy Hu

"My exam was fine... When I initially checked in I was told I would have a 20 dollar copay then When I checked out they added on a 170 contact lens fitting fee. This was not discussed prior. There was lack of transparency."

— Anonymous Google Review via Eye Hospital Near Me

Synthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 10, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].

Information sourced from the clinic's website as of July 10, 2026. Own this clinic? Claim or correct this listing.