• 127-129 High Street
    High Barnet Herts
    EN5 5UZ

020 8449 1993

Patient Reviews

Real clients. Real care. Real confidence.

Why Barnet trusts Specs Direct

The best measure of an optician is how people feel after being cared for. For 23 years, clients have trusted us with their sight, their eyewear and often several generations of their family.

★★★★★

4.9 out of 5From 87 Google reviews

Recent five-star Google reviews

Thorough eye care, honest advice and help finding glasses that feel unmistakably right.

★★★★★

Exceptional care at every stage

“The attention to detail, extremely thorough consultations, compassion, and level of care is outstanding.”

Lucy TobinGoogle review · 3 months ago

★★★★★

Service worth six stars

“Customer service like I thought never happened these days. I’d give them 6 stars if I could.”

Chris BakerGoogle review · 7 months ago

★★★★★

The perfect glasses

“Tilbe was so helpful! She helped me find the perfect glasses… She was patient and kind.”

LJGoogle review · 7 months ago

★★★★★

Thorough eyecare and thoughtful advice

Niko praised the thorough eye examination, contact lens assessment and helpful advice about lenses for computer work.

Niko SoteroGoogle review · 11 months ago

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What our clients value most

Thorough eye examinationsTime, modern technology and clear explanations.
Eyewear chosen for youPersonal help with shape, colour, comfort and character.
Service that continuesPrecise fitting, thoughtful aftercare and familiar faces.

Glasses chosen with care

Real clients describe the difference that thoughtful frame advice, genuine choice and personal attention can make.

★★★★★

Advice on the right frame

“I was impressed with the great range and the care taken by all the team to advise on the right frame. Good eye care by very nice people.”

Ian HendersonFive-star Google review

★★★★★

A great selection of glasses

“Been going to Specs Direct for over 10 years and have never had a problem. Great customer service and a great selection of glasses.”

Dom TillischFive-star Google review

★★★★★

Always happy with my new specs

“Getting glasses made is very much a question of trust… I have always been very happy with my new specs and pleased with the care and attention given by Mr Chris Violaris.”

Michael NerseFive-star Google review

Caring for Barnet’s eyes and eyewear for 23 years.

Experience Specs Direct for yourself.

We would be delighted to welcome you to our independent practice in High Barnet.

Patient Testimonials

This is an excellent opticians who spend time to get the right frames and prescription for lenses. Such a good selection of frames too unusual and the staff spend a ... Read More
Deborah P
Very professional service. Very punctual too. Thanks Chris and the team!
Jane Newbould
Fantastic friendly service. Highly recommend.
Fiona Willis
Thanks for an excellent and consistent service
Tony Minides
Great Service
Suzanne Sheth
I passed by you Eye Studio the other day fantastic collection of glasses... So much more than anyone else in the High St. and your team are so helpful...
Ian Aarons
Have been to specs direct for years. Very professional – personal service. Friendly environment and attention to detail!
G. Seewoosurran
This practice is fantastic. They have been nothing but superb for years. Since the day they opened.
C. Ensor
My husband and I have had our eyes tested at Specs direct for many years now and have always been very satisfied indeed. We trust them. The optician, Chris, who owns... Read More
A. Cook
A friend recommended Specs Direct to us when our son Gregory, aged 2 years, needed to wear glasses and we've been going there ever since.  My husband and I both alr... Read More
The Francini family
My family have been customers of Specs Direct for years. In this time we have had nothing but an excellent service from them. The staff are professional and knowledg... Read More
Colan Ash