Address

460 University Ave. Palo Alto, CA 94301
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Store Hours

Mon
Closed
Tue
10:00am - 6:00pm
Wed
10:00am - 6:00pm
Thu
10:00am - 6:00pm
Fri
10:00am - 6:00pm
Sat
10:00am - 5:00pm
Sun
Closed

Exclusive Offers

Only at Site for Sore Eyes Palo Alto

Complete Pair of Designer Eyeglasses Armani Exchange or Vogue
$99
with single-vision CR-39 lenses*
Buy an Annual Supply of Acuvue® Brand Contact Lenses Get a Pair of Polarized Sunglasses**
FREE
preferred practice patients Acuvue® Brand Contact Lenses
New Wearers
Save Additional
$50
in preferred upgrade rewards!^
Mykita Trunk Show one day only august 16th 11am to 4pm
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Why choose Site for Sore Eyes Palo Alto?

Site for Sore Eyes is one of the leading providers of quality eye care treatment and services. We specialize in making great eye care products, all at affordable prices. At our store in Palo Alto, we have one of the most extensive collections of discount premium eyewear, ophthalmic lenses, and contact lenses for both children and adults. We also have a huge inventory of couture eyewear from designers such as Linberg, Celina, Tom Ford, Salt Optics, Maui Jim, and DITA, among others. Best of all, we make everything affordable. If you’re not completely satisfied with your glasses, frames, or any other product – we give you a full 30 days to exchange it. We even accept CareCredit® and most health insurance plans. Visit the Site for Sore Eyes store in Palo Alto, CA on University Avenue and find out why our store has a long-standing reputation for providing excellent customer service.

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Eye Exams & Affordable Eye Care in Palo Alto

The Site for Sore Eyes store in Palo Alto, CA is where you can find professional eye care services and designer frames at affordable prices. With our personal attention and unbeatable selection, we’re sure you’re going to love the experience you have here. When you think “eye care in Palo Alto,” you will think of Site for Sore Eyes.

Our Brands

We carry popular designer brands and the latest styles to fit your style and budget. Stop by your neighborhood Site for Sore Eyes location to view our complete collection.

  • 2000 Spirit Titanium
  • 4U
  • Acetate
  • Adidas
  • Adin Thomas
  • Alain Mikli
  • Altair
  • Anna Sui
  • Bebe
  • Cadillac
  • Candies
  • Capri Optics
  • Catherine Deneuve
  • Celine
  • Cinzia
  • Cote D’Azur
  • CoverGirl
  • David Benjamin
  • Dicaprio
  • Dita
  • Easy Clip
  • Easytwist
  • Fendi
  • Flexure
  • Fysh
  • Gant
  • Gotti
  • Gucci
  • Guess
  • Guess by Marciano
  • Guess Kids
  • Inspira
  • INTRIGUE
  • Joseph Abboud
  • Kate Spade
  • Kio Yamato
  • Koali
  • Lafont
  • Legre
  • Leon Max
  • Liberty Sport
  • Lightec
  • Lindberg
  • Marchon NYC
  • Maui Jim
  • Menizzi
  • Michael Ryen
  • Modo
  • N.O.W.
  • Nike
  • Nine West
  • Oakley®
  • Penguin
  • Persol
  • Porsche Design
  • Randy Jackson
  • Ray-Ban®
  • Ray-Ban Jr
  • Roger
  • Saint Laurent
  • Salt Optics
  • Salvatore Ferragamo
  • Scott Harris
  • Silhouette
  • Takumi
  • Thalia
  • Timberland
  • TOM FORD®
  • Tory Burch
  • Valentino
  • Zero G

Vision Plans We Accept

In most cases, we are able to bill your vision insurance provider directly, thereby saving you time and out-of-pocket expenses for whatever your visit was for: eyeglasses, eyewear, contact lenses, or eye exams. The plans we accept include:

  • Blue Shield of California
  • EyeMed
  • Spectera
  • Superior Vision

Don’t see your insurance listed? Call this store at 650-327-2020 to check for additional accepted insurance plans.

Use your FSA (flex spending account) and HSA (health savings account) funds on eye exams, eyeglasses, and contact lenses!

About The Doctor: Dr. Shireen Haghshenas Independent Doctor of Optometry at Site for Sore Eyes

Photo of Dr. Shireen Haghshenas

About the Doctor: Dr. Shireen Haghshenas Independent Doctor of Optometry at Site for Sore Eyes

Dr. Shireen Haghshenas is a Bay Area native, born and raised in the South Bay. She graduated from high school in Saratoga, CA, and went on to earn a Bachelor of Science in Cognitive Science with a focus on neuroscience from UC Davis, graduating with honors. Following this, she obtained her Doctor of Optometry degree from UC Berkeley. She has completed externships at the Stanford Byers Eye Institute, San Francisco VA Medical Center, and Hayward Wellness Center.

In addition to providing routine eye exams, Dr. Shireen offers a range of services aimed at enhancing and preserving her patients’ eye health. With extensive experience in specialty contact lenses, she is committed to helping her patients achieve optimal vision tailored to their lifestyles. She is also certified in MiSight and Orthokeratology, therapies designed to slow the progression of myopia (nearsightedness). Additionally, Dr. Shireen is passionate about dry eye management and recognizes the importance of personalized treatment plans, particularly given the commonality of dry eye in today’s digital environment. She is certified to manage various ocular diseases, and is committed to enhancing the quality of life for her patients with binocular vision disorders.

Dr. Shireen is a member of the American Optometric Association and California Optometric Association, and can perform optometric exams in English, Farsi, and Spanish. In her leisure time, Dr. Shireen enjoys hiking, discovering new dining spots, traveling, and spending quality time with friends and family.

SERVICES PROVIDED
• Comprehensive Eye Exams
• Contact Lens Exams
• Myopia Management
• Ocular Disease Management
• Specialty Contact Lenses
• Dry Eye Therapy
• Urgent Eye Care

To learn more, visit aovoptometry.com

Eye Exams available by an Independent Doctor of Optometry conveniently located at Site for Sore Eyes. Site for Sore Eyes does not employ the optometrist nor do they provide eye exams.

* On purchase of frames from a select group of designer brands with single-vision CR-39 plastic lenses. Inventory will vary at participating locations, while supplies last. Cannot be combined with insurance or other offers. Other restrictions may apply. See store for details. Limited time offer. ** Free pair of polarized sunglasses from a select group. Valid at participating locations. Not combinable with insurance or other offers. See store for details. Inquire about Acuvue® Rebate Rewards. ^ Offer valid on purchase of eligible supply quantities of ACUVUE® branded contact lenses at Acuvue Preferred Practice retail locations. See full terms and conditions at MyAcuvueRewards.com and complete online reward form within 60 days of purchase. [2025PP16801 | AS112505]