Big City Optical
Optometry • Wilmette, IL • Since 2017
About
Big City Optical offers optometrists and eye care services in multiple Chicago-area locations, including Wilmette. While the site highlights a boutique experience with contemporary eyewear and specialists (Vision Therapy, Low Vision), the explicit Wilmette location isn’t listed in the extracted address set. For Wilmette, the nearest explicitly listed options are in surrounding Chicago/Loop and Glenview offices. If you’re specifically seeking an optometrist at Plaza del Lago Wilmette, confirm current Wilmette availability on their site or contact the Plaza del Lago center for Wilmette-area appointments. Key takeaways: - Brand emphasizes experienced optometrists, vision therapy, low vision, and curated, contemporary frames. - Wilmette presence is not clearly listed among the provided addresses; closest offices are in Chicago and Glenview.
Clinic Type
Optometry
Address
1515 Sheridan Rd, Wilmette, IL 60091
Phone
251-7211
—
Opening Hours
Monday: 9:00AM–6:00PM; Tuesday: 9:00AM–6:00PM; Wednesday: 9:00AM–6:00PM; Thursday: 9:00AM–6:00PM; Friday: 9:00AM–5:00PM; Saturday: 9:00AM–5:00PM; Sunday: Closed
Emergency Care
All facilities prepared to manage critical eye emergencies
Services Offered
Insurance & Payment
—
Languages Spoken
—
FAQs
What are the hours of operation for the Wilmette location?
Monday–Thursday 9:00AM–6:00PM, Friday 9:00AM–5:00PM, Saturday 9:00AM–5:00PM, Sunday Closed.
What is the street address for the Wilmette location?
1515 Sheridan Rd, Wilmette, IL 60091.
What is the phone number for the Wilmette location?
(847) 251-7211.
Do you accept vision or medical insurance?
We accept a wide range of vision insurance and medical insurance plans.
Social Media
Photos
What Patients Say
Overall sentiment across review platforms: positive
- Yelp: 4.5/5 (20 reviews (on Yelp))
- Malls in America: 3.5/5 (2 votes)
Patients praise
- Highly knowledgeable, professional, and thorough optometrists (specifically Dr. Richard Schrenzel).
- Friendly, personable, and helpful staff.
- Excellent selection of designer frames.
- Effective diagnostic and clinical care.
Common complaints
- Occasional complaints regarding communication about expected delivery times for glasses.
"Doc Schrenzel is the very finest eye analyst that I have ever met. He is thorough, has excellent diagnostic tools and outstanding communication skills... he restored my vision."
— Review from BusinessYab (Plaza Del Lago Vision Center)"Have always had a positive experience coming here. Freddy is fun, personable and knowledgeable. She adjusted my frames perfectly."
— Review from MapQuest/Yelp userSynthesized from public review platforms as of Jul 11, 2026 — sources: [1][2][3][4].
In the News
Information sourced from the clinic's website as of . Own this clinic? Claim or correct this listing.
Related articles
- 5 Best General Clinics in Pasadena, Texas by Need — Oct 29, 2026
- Top 6 Vascular Surgeons in Virginia: 2026 Selection Criteria — Oct 26, 2026
- 5 Best Eye Doctors and Ophthalmologists in Maine — Oct 25, 2026
Comparing your options?
See other optometry clinics in Wilmette, or search the full directory by insurance, ratings, and more.