For our first Columbia store, artist Alexandra Bowman created a mural featuring scads of bespectacled readers in a pleasing pastel palette. You can spot more of her bookworms from the shop’s windows.
Meet our top-notch optometrists
Our eye doctors combine best-in-class expertise with a relationship-driven, patient-first approach.
Dr. Rakshanda Ishrat
Introduction
Dr. Rakshanda Ishrat graduated from the New England College of Optometry (NECO) in 2018. In her downtime, she enjoys dancing, practicing photography, and traveling.
Video-Assisted Doctor Panel
Introduction
Video-assisted exams are performed by a panel of state licensed remote doctors. An in-person optometric technician will perform eye tests to assess your vision, and then a remote doctor will video call in to the exam room to complete your exam
Dr. Rakshanda Ishrat graduated from the New England College of Optometry (NECO) in 2018. In her downtime, she enjoys dancing, practicing photography, and traveling.
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 Columbia, MD
4.7 out of 5(317 reviews)
Tracey M
September 07, 2026
1 out of 5
I have purchased a few glasses from Warby Parker and like their glasses. However recently I went to the local store to get them adjusted and they were unable to help me as the optometrist was not in. No one else was capable of adjusting them. Today I called ahead to see if someone would be available to adjust the glasses but the customer
Service rep was overseas and said she would have to call the store and could not transfer me without verifying all of my information. At theme of the call she said someone would call me back. Extremely frustrating and will not be purchasing another pair as the follow up service is very poor.
Stephanie B
September 06, 2026
5 out of 5
My first experience with Warby Parker and it couldn’t have gone more smoothly. The fella assisting me was so pleasant and insanely helpful. He was also extremely efficient. It was a very quick process which I greatly appreciate.
Response from Warby Parker
September 07, 2026
Thank you so much for sharing this review! We are so glad you had a great experience, and we hope to see you again soon.
Ted S
September 02, 2026
1 out of 5
Absolutely horrible experience. We were told we were in network, they charged us $50 and told us it would be a week. A week later they called and said the address was wrong on the insurance. Now they say nevermind even though we checked your insurance and TOOK YOUR MONEY FOR AN ORDER now we are saying you aren't covered so pay the full amount. Our 7yr old daughter still has no glasses 2 weeks later, we had to cancel the order and just hope we get our refund. Why would you take someone's money and say it's covered only to change your mind? You should have never said it was covered in the first place and saved us a crap ton of useless calls and wasted time. Even Walmart has better service than this.
Response from Warby Parker
September 03, 2026
We are incredibly sorry to hear about your experience, Ted. This is not the level of service we aim to provide, and we will absolutely pass your feedback along to our team. If you would like to discuss your experience further, please reach out to us at reviews@warbyparker.com
Shuya L
August 28, 2026
1 out of 5
Absolutely terrible optician and customer treatment. Do NOT come here if Raina (optician) is working.
I originally purchased glasses from here with no issues, but wanted to get them tightened. I came and the optician working (Raina) tightened the back, but warped the lenses. I came back a few weeks later after noticing changes in my vision, and was treated horribly.
She was rude and very unhelpful, and actually made my glasses worse. When I asked for her name, she initially refused and threatened to bring her manager to “deal with me.” Paired with her rude and impatient attitude, I had one of the worst eye care experiences of my life.
Further, she handled my glasses with little care, almost breaking the hinge and pressing deeply on the lenses. As someone who has been through many glasses and adjustments, this has never happened before. Her “adjustments” completely warped the frames and moved my lenses out of place.
Quotes:
“I don’t understand why you can’t just come in tomorrow when the other optician is working.” When I told her I would prefer to have everything fixed in one trip, she rolled her eyes at me.
“I don’t think I know how to fix this.” As an optician and licensed employee, this is extremely concerning for Warby Parker’s staff quality. This was an almost direct quote from her as she attempted to get me to return the following day for her “more experienced” colleague to fix what should have been a simple issue.
This review does not speak for Warby Parker as a whole, but please be wary of who is working if you choose this location.
Edit: my most recent appointment was in the afternoon/evening of 8/28, just to note in case she gave me a fake name.
Response from Warby Parker
September 01, 2026
We are incredibly sorry to hear about your experience, Shuya. This is not the level of service we aim to provide, and we will absolutely pass your feedback along to our team. If you would like to discuss your experience further, please reach out to us at reviews@warbyparker.com
Susan W
August 26, 2026
5 out of 5
Great selection always very helpful staff each time I visit
Response from Warby Parker
August 26, 2026
Thank you so much for sharing this review! We are so glad you had a great experience, and we hope to see you again soon.
Gen B
August 23, 2026
1 out of 5
Had an appoint specially scheduled to have an optomitrist present and when I arrived to the Columbia location was told it would be online. They said they have a part-time optomitrist and they wouldn’t be in until after September. So their website was inaccurate! I asked to be rescheduled at a different location and they were having difficulty scheduling an appointment on line and said they would call the location. I was too annoyed to wait any longer and canceled everything. Is it to much to ask to have an eye doctor present to do your exam?
Response from Warby Parker
August 26, 2026
We are incredibly sorry to hear about your experience, Gen. This is not the level of service we aim to provide, and we will pass your feedback along to our team. Please reach out to us at reviews@warbyparker.com to discuss further.
Sameera M
August 20, 2026
5 out of 5
Friendly and welcoming staff; wide selection with staff that help with style and color; reasonably priced.
Response from Warby Parker
August 20, 2026
Thank you very much for sharing this review! We are so glad you had an excellent experience.
Alessandro B
August 20, 2026
1 out of 5
My experience at the Warby Parker Columbia location was extremely disappointing. The person I dealt with either did not understand how his system worked or simply did not want to make an effort to help. When you’re making a larger purchase like two pairs of glasses, having a representative who is friendly, patient, and genuinely caring makes a huge difference.
What made the experience even more frustrating was what happened afterward. Immediately after leaving the Columbia location, I went to the Warby Parker at RIO in Gaithersburg—and had a wonderful experience. The difference in customer service was night and day. The staff there were helpful, welcoming, and made the entire process enjoyable.
For anyone shopping for glasses, don’t let one bad store experience turn you away from Warby Parker entirely. Not all locations are the same. I highly recommend giving another location a try, because my experience at RIO was excellent.
Response from Warby Parker
August 25, 2026
We are very sorry you did not have a great experience, Alessandro. Reach out to us at reviews@warbyparker.com if you would like to discuss further — we would love to connect.
Dikesha R
August 15, 2026
5 out of 5
Great selection & service!
Response from Warby Parker
August 15, 2026
Thank you so much for sharing this review! We hope to see you again soon.
Jennifer K
August 13, 2026
5 out of 5
I’ve worked with them before and have always been treated wonderfully. Professional personable people that work there. Always made me feel noticed.
Response from Warby Parker
August 14, 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!
huma p
August 12, 2026
1 out of 5
I went in to get my glasses adjusted and the representative was rude and unprofessional. It felt like he didn't want to help us, or maybe he was being racist. My husband asked him if he can see the new extra wide glasses and he straight up told
My husband “No”.We have been shopping at warby parker for a long time and this time it was a very bad experience we had at this specific location with that gentleman.
Response from Warby Parker
August 14, 2026
We are incredibly sorry to hear about your experience, Huma. This is not the level of service we aim to provide, and we will absolutely pass your feedback along to our team. If you would like to discuss your experience further, please reach out to us at reviews@warbyparker.com
Carlton S
August 03, 2026
5 out of 5
I had a great experience getting my lenses repaired at the Columbia location. Plenty of helpful staff available to assist me with the process, plus the store was really neat and organized. I was in and out in 5 mins.
Response from Warby Parker
August 03, 2026
Thank you for sharing this review! We are so happy to hear you had a great shopping experience.
Wiebke H
July 30, 2026
5 out of 5
Excellent customer service!
Response from Warby Parker
July 30, 2026
Thank you so much for sharing this review! We are so glad you had a great experience, and we hope to see you again soon.
Faith T
July 24, 2026
5 out of 5
Warby Parker is the absolute best! My husband and I walked into the store, and the entire process took ten minutes max. He picked out his frames, they pulled his prescription already on file, and checked us out with zero hassle. There were absolutely no hidden fees, and standard delivery was included right in the lens price.
To top it all off, we ordered his glasses just 6 days ago, and they have already arrived at our home! To summarize, Incredible service, fast turnaround, and total pricing transparency.
Response from Warby Parker
July 24, 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!
Kelsey L
July 12, 2026
5 out of 5
The staff was super helpful. It was a pain free experience.
Response from Warby Parker
July 12, 2026
Thank you for sharing this review! We are so happy to hear you had a great shopping experience.
Londyn R
July 10, 2026
5 out of 5
I had a great experience at Warby Parker. Raina was very helpful and attentive.
Response from Warby Parker
July 10, 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!
Heidi D
July 05, 2026
5 out of 5
helpful and knowledgeable staff were able to maximize my savings, minimize stress and get me a great pair of glasses for a wonderful price
Response from Warby Parker
July 05, 2026
We are so glad you had a great shopping experience! We hope to see you again soon.
Jerome A
July 05, 2026
5 out of 5
Gio knows his stuff! I finished with the styling, insurance and purchase in 15 mins.
Response from Warby Parker
July 05, 2026
Thank you so much for sharing this review! We are so glad you had a great experience, and we hope to see you again soon.
Donsel G
July 04, 2026
5 out of 5
Warby parker was a very quick and easy way to buy glasses. Mind you , I already had my prescription, so I dont know how long it takes if you need an eye exam. For me , looking for a second pair it was perfect. Friendly knowledgeable staff greets you upon entry with a smile. Pricing is direct and competitive with online retailers I researched.
Response from Warby Parker
July 04, 2026
Thank you so much for sharing this review! We are so glad you had a great experience, and we hope to see you again soon.
Dale R
June 30, 2026
5 out of 5
The staff was extremely friendly and helpful. Evaluated my glasses and determined the issue quickly and had a replacement ordered within minutes.
Response from Warby Parker
June 30, 2026
Thank you so much for sharing this review! We are so glad you had a great experience, and we hope to see you again soon.
TS M
June 28, 2026
5 out of 5
Great experience. Staff very friendly and helpful. Will explain insurance options.
Response from Warby Parker
June 28, 2026
We are so glad you had a great shopping experience! We hope to see you again soon.
Janice K
June 22, 2026
5 out of 5
Great experience at the Warby Parker in Columbia Mall. Great selection of frames Austriaand wonderful customer service.
Response from Warby Parker
June 22, 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!
Shawn R
June 18, 2026
5 out of 5
Friendly competent staff and efficient delivery of care.
Response from Warby Parker
June 18, 2026
Thank you for sharing this review! We are so happy to hear you had a great shopping experience.
Ron
June 15, 2026
5 out of 5
Good selection helpful staff world renowned
Response from Warby Parker
June 15, 2026
Thank you so much for sharing this review! We are so glad you had a great experience, and we hope to see you again soon.
Natalia V
June 13, 2026
5 out of 5
Really great experience. I would definitely buy here again
Response from Warby Parker
June 13, 2026
Thank you very much for sharing this review! We are so glad you had an excellent experience.