Stop by our store in Clarendon to check out our full selection of glasses, sunglasses, and contacts—even see some custom artwork while you shop!
Meet our top-notch optometrists
Our affiliated eye doctors combine best-in-class expertise with a relationship-driven, patient-first approach.
Dr. Phil Mason
Introduction
Dr. Phil Mason is a state-licensed optometrist who graduated from the New England College of Optometry (NECO) in 1987. Specializing in primary care optometry, Dr. Mason 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. Phil Mason is a state-licensed optometrist who graduated from the New England College of Optometry (NECO) in 1987. Specializing in primary care optometry, Dr. Mason 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.
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 $35)
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 Arlington, VA
4.9 out of 5(283 reviews)
A M
January 19, 2026
5 out of 5
Great service! Smooth process and very knowledgeable staff. Dr. Mason is great. I appreciate his knowledge, advice, and he was very straightforward. Floor staff are very helpful. The frame selection is really good. The lenses are high quality and there are no hidden fees. The cost of everything to include insurance was very transparent.
Response from Warby Parker
January 19, 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!
Jennifer
January 18, 2026
5 out of 5
Kiara at the Clarendon store was awesome! She was so friendly and helpful in narrowing down my choice of frames. I didn’t feel rushed and I’m so excited for my new pair of glasses!!
Response from Warby Parker
January 18, 2026
Thank you so much for sharing this review! We hope to see you again soon.
Edward A
January 10, 2026
5 out of 5
Great, friendly staff. A very clean place as well
Response from Warby Parker
January 10, 2026
Thank you very much for sharing this review! We are so glad you had an excellent experience.
Leann L
January 09, 2026
3 out of 5
I visited last year and had a great experience, but this time it felt like the staff were under a lot more pressure to upsell services and upgrades. Customer service has gone downhill a bit at this location.
Be cautious when they offer the $29.99 retinal photo as an alternative to dilation. In reality they can only see about 70% of the eye—so you will likely still need to be dilated anyway. They may want to avoid making the condition to dilation.
On the positive side, they did refund the $29.99. Still, I ended up going in to complain about the false impression that was provided because I felt misled. Sharing this so others don’t run into the same misunderstanding.
Response from Warby Parker
January 09, 2026
We are incredibly sorry to hear about your experience, Leann. 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
Julia T
December 27, 2025
1 out of 5
Staff was really kind and helpful but I learned six months later, after vision changes due to this mistake, that they did not put the reading prescription in my glasses. Without being able to focus my eyes, my vision got worse and I had to get new glasses after only six months. I did not purchase my new glasses from Warby Parker and will not be shopping here again.
Response from Warby Parker
December 28, 2025
We are incredibly sorry to hear about your experience, Julia. 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
Chantal C
December 13, 2025
5 out of 5
We loved Nick !!
He was extremely helpful and also VERY knowledgeable.
Response from Warby Parker
December 13, 2025
We are so glad you had a great shopping experience! We hope to see you again soon.
Victoria V
December 13, 2025
5 out of 5
Nicholas was super helpful and kind. He offered his opinions and had good suggestions
Response from Warby Parker
December 13, 2025
We are so glad you had a great shopping experience! We hope to see you again soon.
Alyssa S
December 13, 2025
5 out of 5
Great experience in store with Anna today!
Response from Warby Parker
December 13, 2025
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!
Sydney H
December 08, 2025
5 out of 5
Incredible sales team was so helpful!!!
Response from Warby Parker
December 08, 2025
Thank you so much for sharing this review! We hope to see you again soon.
Shopper
December 06, 2025
1 out of 5
Today I went to the store near Clarendon and had very disappointing customer service from Erica Philips. She presented herself as the store manager and was extremely dismissive at the fact that the frame I purchased from Warby Parker broke while I was cleaning the lenses, very fragile. The only solution presented was that I purchase the same low quality frame. There was no apology presented or any act of disappointment that her company product was so low quality. I took from it that this happens a lot and she was not surprised. Both Erica and the other employee that was literally wearing two evil horns were dismissive and had no concern about proper customer service or trying to
Keep the business by being a good face for the company they represent.
For me and my family this was my last transaction with warby parker.
Response from Warby Parker
December 07, 2025
We are very sorry you did not have a great experience. Reach out to us at reviews@warbyparker.com if you would like to discuss further — we would love to connect.
Mark O
November 23, 2025
5 out of 5
GREAT place to buy glasses. Cheap but professional, friendly and helpful.
Response from Warby Parker
November 23, 2025
Thank you very much for sharing this review! We are so glad you had an excellent experience.
Alexandra P
November 19, 2025
5 out of 5
I typically dread my annual trip for new glasses that ends with me becoming frustrated and picking the same frames I’ve had for ages. Today was my first visit to any Warby Parker location and it was an amazing experience from start to finish! I have unique vision needs and was given such helpful advice. The patience that was extended to me while I tried on a multitude of glasses was much appreciated. Not only did I order a lovely, very reasonably priced pair of glasses, but I am looking forward to returning to pick out a second pair! Thank you so much to the kind, knowledgeable, and efficient ladies who assisted me with my purchase. This will be my go-to store for glasses from now on!
Response from Warby Parker
November 19, 2025
Thank you very much for sharing this review! We are so glad you had an excellent experience.
Jumptoc
November 14, 2025
5 out of 5
Great experience at this location starting with the warm welcome when I walked in the door. Friendly staff and eye doctor; I got both an eye exam and ordered a few pairs of glasses, and was in and out in about an hour. Easy to get to the store by metro or driving...overall a very good experience for me.
Response from Warby Parker
November 14, 2025
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!
Robin C
November 13, 2025
5 out of 5
This is a great store in an easy location. I thought the doctor on site was engaging and the eye exam was easy. The staff was very helpful with the frame selection and made terrific suggestions.
Response from Warby Parker
November 14, 2025
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.
John T
November 08, 2025
5 out of 5
Very helpful staff and reasonable prices!
Response from Warby Parker
November 08, 2025
Thank you for sharing this review! We are so happy to hear you had a great shopping experience.
Bret B
November 07, 2025
5 out of 5
Great experience with eye exam and picking up a new pair!
Response from Warby Parker
November 07, 2025
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!
Gray C
November 06, 2025
5 out of 5
Polite and helpful staff + they fixed my (non prescription) sunglasses free of charge
Response from Warby Parker
November 06, 2025
We are so glad you had a great shopping experience! We hope to see you again soon.
Rongjie C
November 05, 2025
5 out of 5
They fixed my glasses and were great!
Response from Warby Parker
November 05, 2025
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.
Jodannah P
November 01, 2025
5 out of 5
Amazing staff, always helpful. Definitely will come back for future eye exams and frames.
Response from Warby Parker
November 01, 2025
We are so happy to hear you had an excellent experience! Thank you for sharing this review.
Simon O
October 26, 2025
1 out of 5
Ordered item in store and paid.
Called back weeks later asking about shipment date only to find out order didn’t go through b/c an employee failed to complete the form correctly. Ordered item again.
I called back to check on status. Once again someone failed to place the order.
I paid and still haven’t received what I paid for after weeks.
Response from Warby Parker
October 27, 2025
We are incredibly sorry to hear about your experience, Simon. 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
Amy M
October 26, 2025
5 out of 5
Highly recommend The team at this location. I’ve been looking for the right frames and a solid optometrist and this location had them both. Dr Mason was extremely efficient, patient, and help me understand my available lens options. The Retail team was extremely helpful in selecting the frames, suggesting things I had never even considered, but I ultimately loved and purchased.
Response from Warby Parker
October 26, 2025
We are so happy to hear you had an excellent experience! Thank you for sharing this review.
John &
October 25, 2025
5 out of 5
Great service! I needed my glasses tighten and they were very efficient!
Response from Warby Parker
October 25, 2025
Thank you for sharing this review! We are so happy to hear you had a great shopping experience.
Chrisly L
October 21, 2025
5 out of 5
Emi was amazing helping me pick my new glasses! Dr. Mason was also super nice!
Response from Warby Parker
October 21, 2025
We are so happy to hear you had an excellent experience! Thank you for sharing this review.
Stephanie M
October 21, 2025
5 out of 5
Dr. Mason is an excellent optometrist. Kind, knowledgeable and goes the extra mile to explain everything.
Response from Warby Parker
October 21, 2025
Thank you for sharing this review! We are so happy to hear you had a great shopping experience.
Ellen H
October 21, 2025
5 out of 5
Anna was fantastic in helping me try on many different styles for new blue light glasses. I highly recommend her and this store location.
Response from Warby Parker
October 21, 2025
Thank you so much for sharing this review! We hope to see you again soon.