At our first store in Berkeley, a sunny original mural by artist Jason Munn makes an excellent backdrop for trying on glasses and sunglasses.
Meet the top-notch optometrists at Fourth St.
Our affiliated eye doctors combine best-in-class expertise with a relationship-driven, patient-first approach.
Dr. Valerie Luong
Introduction
Dr. Valerie Luong graduated from the Western University of Health Sciences College of Optometry in 2022. As a California native (fun fact: she graduated from Arroyo High School), she is grateful to be practicing close to her hometown community. In her downtime, Dr. Luong enjoys playing pickleball and spending time with her dogs, and she is a beginner gardener.
Dr. Duyen Ngo
Introduction
Dr. Duyen Ngo is a state-licensed optometrist who graduated from the SUNY College of Optometry in 2023. Specializing in primary care optometry, Dr. Ngo uses cutting-edge technology and clinical expertise to perform a comprehensive eye health exam—prescribing eyeglasses, fitting contact lenses, evaluating eye health, and more for patients ages 4 and up.
Dr. Nicole Cho
Introduction
Dr. Nicole Cho is a state-licensed optometrist who graduated from the UC Berkeley School of Optometry in 2025. Specializing in primary care optometry, Dr. Cho uses cutting-edge technology and clinical expertise to perform a comprehensive eye health exam—prescribing eyeglasses, fitting contact lenses, evaluating eye health, and more for patients ages 4 and up.
Dr. Alix Westgaard-Daly
Introduction
Dr. Alix Westgaard-Daly graduated from the UC Berkeley School of Optometry in 2026. Dr. Westgaard-Daly is proud to be a member of the American Academy of Optometry and the American Optometric Association. As a California native (fun fact: she graduated from Palo Alto High School) she is grateful to be practicing close to her hometown community. In her downtime, Dr. Westgaard-Daly enjoys hiking, skiing, and playing pickleball.
Dr. Valerie Luong graduated from the Western University of Health Sciences College of Optometry in 2022. As a California native (fun fact: she graduated from Arroyo High School), she is grateful to be practicing close to her hometown community. In her downtime, Dr. Luong enjoys playing pickleball and spending time with her dogs, and she is a beginner gardener.
Education
Western University of Health Sciences College of Optometry
Comprehensive exams starting at $95
We recommend an annual exam to help evaluate your vision, examine your eye health, and screen for other health issues. Plus, it gives you an opportunity to ask an expert optometrist any eye-related questions.
A detailed image of the surface of your retina for the doctor to assess your eye health and check for conditions like macular degeneration, glaucoma, and retinal detachments (available at most locations for an additional $39)
Thankfully, no—we have newer methods for measuring intraocular pressure now.
It's best to have this information handy:
A list of any eye- or vision-related symptoms you're experiencing
An overview of your and your family's medical history
A list of medications you're taking (non-prescription medications included)
Your vision insurance information (if applicable)
Any questions you'd like to ask the eye doctor
You should also bring any corrective lenses you're currently using—glasses and contacts—and a pair of sunglasses to wear afterwards in case your eyes are dilated during your exam.
A comprehensive eye exam includes tests for visual acuity, refraction, and binocular vision, as well as a full ocular health assessment. A retinal exam may also be performed, sometimes requiring pupil dilation. Learn more about what to expect here.
We recommend getting an eye exam once a year to evaluate your vision, examine your eye health, and screen for other health issues. Other factors may influence how often you get an eye exam, including your age, whether you wear glasses or contacts, and if your medical history puts you at higher risk for eye diseases.
We're in-network with most major vision carriers, like UnitedHealthcare, Davis Vision, Superior Vision, and some VSP plans. For other plans, like EyeMed and Cigna, we often work as an out-of-network carrier. (Not all optometrists accept all insurance plans. We can only confirm your coverage details during your visit.)
Glasses and contacts prescriptions typically expire one to two years after the prescription was written. This time frame may vary depending on your state's regulations and the risk of your vision changing more quickly.
Recent Google reviews from Berkeley, CA
4.6 out of 5(309 reviews)
Tim
September 02, 2026
5 out of 5
Not a great selection
Response from Warby Parker
September 02, 2026
We are so glad you had a great shopping experience! We hope to see you again soon.
Lily S
September 01, 2026
5 out of 5
The employees here are such genuinely kind and helpful people
Response from Warby Parker
September 02, 2026
Thank you for sharing this review! We are so happy to hear you had a great shopping experience.
Lisa B
April 14, 2025
5 out of 5
I hate writing reviews to contribute to the Google content machine, but I feel compelled to tell anyone looking that this Warby Parker store has a full service Optometrist practice attached to it, and they have up-to-date systems, including the OptoMap digital retinal scan machine. This means that your eye exam can be completed without dilation (the process that uses eyedrops which dilates your retinas to allow the Optometrist to examine them for signs of disease or pathology). The handoff between the Optometrist and the techs/store staff is very efficient, and you can make appointments online. This is probably not the best place for someone with serious vision-related disease, or advanced monitoring needs, but it's great for the average glasses or contacts wearer who values up-to-date systems and an efficient patient/consumer experience. Also, the digital retinal imaging is $35 extra, which, in terms of the convenience factor, was worth it to me.
Response from Warby Parker
April 14, 2025
We are so glad you had a great shopping experience! We hope to see you again soon.
Brigitte V
August 29, 2026
5 out of 5
Great selection of quality and stylish options and knowledgeable, friendly and helpful advisors
Response from Warby Parker
August 29, 2026
Thank you so much for sharing this review! We hope to see you again soon.
Jessica C
August 28, 2026
5 out of 5
I had such a great experience at Warby Parker! Everyone was professional, courteous, and made the entire process feel incredibly organized and seamless. I really appreciated how everyone had a role and guided me through each step—from checking in and getting my imaging done, to sitting down with the optometrist, and finally picking out my glasses. Everything flowed so smoothly, and I felt well taken care of from start to finish. Thank you to the entire team for making it such an easy and pleasant experience!
Response from Warby Parker
August 29, 2026
We are so happy to hear you had an excellent experience! Thank you for sharing this review.
K H
August 28, 2026
5 out of 5
Had a really good experience today shopping at Warby Parker for glasses. Staff was helpful and very patient, even took photos of me wearing my top choices, so I could send to my fashionista sister for her opinion! Outcome was much better due to their help!
Response from Warby Parker
August 28, 2026
We are so glad you had a great experience with our team! Thank you very much for sharing this review — we hope to see you again soon!
Tipollom
August 26, 2026
5 out of 5
Every employee at the 4th st location was SO kind and patient and helpful, I couldn’t believe it. Thank you again!
Response from Warby Parker
August 26, 2026
We are so glad you had a great shopping experience! We hope to see you again soon.
Ellen F
August 23, 2026
5 out of 5
I just went to the store for the first time and I loved it! So many beautiful glasses displayed in ways that make them very accessible. Lots of different styles. Really lovely sales people who wander around the shop and help you right away. My ordering process was so quick! The prices are SO much lower than everywhere I have ever bought glasses. I think this will be the only place I buy glasses in the future!
Response from Warby Parker
August 23, 2026
Thank you very much for sharing this review! We are so glad you had an excellent experience.
Brima J
August 23, 2026
5 out of 5
Warby Parker Fourth St. (WP4S) was an overall SOLID experience: friendly and professional customer service, staff who are skilled, knowledgeable and patient, and a wide variety of fashionable or practical frames—all available at much more affordable cost than other places.
I ordered a new pair of glasses, and though I hadn’t bought my current glasses from WP4S, the optician made adjustments to them so they’d fit SO MUCH better.
For me, the drawback was the tendency staff have to try upsell frames with repeated encouragement to buy an additional pair at a discount. One such suggestion is plenty. Beyond runs the risk of coming across as pushy.
Still, i appreciated the overall service and look forward to receiving my new glasses within approximately only 10 days!
Response from Warby Parker
August 23, 2026
We are so glad you had a great shopping experience! We hope to see you again soon.
Susan G
August 18, 2026
5 out of 5
I was looking for a new modern place for an eye exam that had the contact lenses and the glasses styles that I prefer. I was very impressed with the technology, the friendliness, the quickness, and the helpfulness.
Response from Warby Parker
August 18, 2026
We are so glad you had a great experience with our team! Thank you very much for sharing this review — we hope to see you again soon!
Emily M
August 07, 2026
5 out of 5
Mimi (?) and Tyler both helped me with two separate things at the 4th street store. Mimi knew what color each frame came in and where on the shelf they all were located and she was helpful with narrowing down my choices and providing the right fit. Tyler helped me to adjust an old pair of WP glasses that I still love and wear, and both staff were friendly and helpful.
Response from Warby Parker
August 07, 2026
We are so glad you had a great shopping experience! We hope to see you again soon.
Marie S
August 06, 2026
1 out of 5
I was referred here by someone who always purchases her glasses from this location, so I decided to make the trip from Alameda based on her recommendation.
When I walked in, I was greeted, which I appreciated. However, after looking around for a while, no one followed up to ask if I needed assistance. There were two associates standing and talking about their medications, one person behind the counter, and another assisting a customer.
I was disappointed to leave without receiving any assistance. I expected a more welcoming and attentive customer service experience based on the recommendation I received.
Response from Warby Parker
August 10, 2026
We are very sorry you did not have a great experience, Marie. Reach out to us at reviews@warbyparker.com if you would like to discuss further — we would love to connect.
Chalk K
July 27, 2026
5 out of 5
Seem to be very good at customer service here, although I did not need prescriptive lenses as I was shopping for sunglasses. But quick, friendly service.
Response from Warby Parker
July 27, 2026
We are so glad you had a great experience with our team! Thank you very much for sharing this review — we hope to see you again soon!
Lisa S
July 26, 2026
5 out of 5
Karen and her colleagues are such a great team: concerned, kind, knowledgeable, patient, fun, and supportive. They are all very stylish and are happy to weigh in on options. Karen also is smart -- she gave me a little mini lesson with a hand drawn diagram on how astigmatism and progressives work. That's not an easy concept to convey in a few minutes. It was delightful to shop there. The place has good vibes!
Response from Warby Parker
July 26, 2026
We are so happy to hear you had an excellent experience! Thank you for sharing this review.
A B
July 25, 2026
5 out of 5
Thanks for all of your help today, Adam!
Response from Warby Parker
July 25, 2026
Thank you very much for sharing this review! We are so glad you had an excellent experience.
Saadullah S
July 20, 2026
5 out of 5
Friendly people - eye exam was quick but not rushed.
Response from Warby Parker
July 20, 2026
Thank you so much for sharing this review! We hope to see you again soon.
Janny M
July 18, 2026
5 out of 5
Just purchased my second pair of corrective glasses from this location. The sales associates are top-notch- helpful, knowledgeable, and kind.
Response from Warby Parker
July 18, 2026
Thank you so much for sharing this review! We hope to see you again soon.
Claire N
July 14, 2026
5 out of 5
I love getting glasses here. The place is open, full of natural light, with plenty of options to choose from and enough mirrors for everyone. The people are friendly, helpful, knowledgable, no pressure. I can try on as many or as few as I want, then buy them right then and there. Easy Peasy. Spending your hard earned money on a complex prescription, can be very stressful- you have to live with your choices for a long time! But this is actually fun! This'll be my second pair from WP- my first pair are the best glasses I have ever owned.
Response from Warby Parker
July 15, 2026
Thank you so much for sharing this review! We hope to see you again soon.
Christina P
July 09, 2026
5 out of 5
Can get busy but that’s a good sign. Everyone is incredibly friendly and helpful and they make everything a breeze.
Response from Warby Parker
July 09, 2026
Thank you for sharing this review! We are so happy to hear you had a great shopping experience.
Kate K
July 09, 2026
5 out of 5
awesome styles of glasses at good prices, excellent friendly hip customer service
Response from Warby Parker
July 09, 2026
Thank you so much for sharing this review! We hope to see you again soon.
Chyle L
July 02, 2026
5 out of 5
went there with a friend on a sunny afternoon and honestly had the best time. the place is pretty chill and we ended up staying way longer than we planned.
Response from Warby Parker
July 02, 2026
Thank you very much for sharing this review! We are so glad you had an excellent experience.
Susan S
June 29, 2026
5 out of 5
Great experience even though the power was out and the WiFi down - the representatives still managed to help me select glasses and place the order.
Response from Warby Parker
June 29, 2026
Thank you for sharing this review! We are so happy to hear you had a great shopping experience.
Jocelyn B
June 23, 2026
5 out of 5
My wife loves this location. They have THE best wide selection of frames. She can just walk around and try on anything that she wants without being bothered lol.
We enojoyed receiving support from Yolanda. She offers a very personable and relatable personality and she knows glasses. She listened and communicated her suggestions effectively. She made this experience warm.
Response from Warby Parker
June 23, 2026
We are so happy to hear you had an excellent experience! Thank you for sharing this review.
Amy M
June 15, 2026
5 out of 5
Great store and fab prices- and they are friendly and supportive
Response from Warby Parker
June 15, 2026
We are so glad you had a great experience with our team! Thank you very much for sharing this review — we hope to see you again soon!
sfadelli1
June 09, 2026
5 out of 5
Convenient location, helpful staff, great doctors. Highly recommend!
Response from Warby Parker
June 09, 2026
Thank you so much for sharing this review! We hope to see you again soon.