What patients are saying
Overall rating
4.92
Average wait time
4.83
Bedside manner
4.94
“Excellent first visit. Dr. Louis Sarantakos is highly knowledgeable, communicates clearly, and breaks down any questions asked, even with a drawing! I look forward to my next visit there.”
Kiana S.April 10, 2026
“Dr Sarantakos was very professional and made for a very swift time. The staff were also very friendly and gave me all the relevant information I needed for my appointment. ”
Initials hiddenMarch 23, 2026
About Dr. Louis Sarantakos
***Patients who are more than 5 minutes late may not be examined at their scheduled time.***
***We do not accept insurance for medical eye issues.***
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Dr. Louis Sarantakos is an Optometrist with over 30 years of experience, providing comprehensive eye exams and fitting contact lenses, including toric and multifocal lenses. He earned his Bachelor’s degree from New York University and received his Doctor of Optometry from the State University of New York, College of Optometry.
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Education and background
Practice names
Education and training
- State University of New York, Doctor of Optometry
- New York University (Bachelor’s)
Professional memberships
- American Optometric Association
Languages spoken
- English
- Greek
Provider's gender
Male
NPI number
1871830869
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.92
Wait time
4.83
Bedside manner
4.94
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He’s fab. Adjusted my contacts to help with dry eyes- which I didn’t even know was an option. Very chill experience.
December 12, 2025Initials hidden
He was really friendly and explained me the reason behind my eyesight decrease and was a great listener
February 2, 2026Vidisha T.Verified patient
Very good doctor. Takes his time to be comprehensive in his care. Very nice staff as well.
March 19, 2026Melissa D.Verified patient
Dr. Sarantakos is always professional and thorough! He's one of my favorite providers.
March 24, 2026Sheila G.Verified patient
Great optometrist, seeing him for years . And the selection of frames is always on the point. Highly recommending to anyone !
December 27, 2024Initials hidden
I have been seeing Dr. Lou for over 10 years. He is very thorough, smart, friendly and patient. I highly recommend!
April 22, 2025Tara P.Verified patient
Friendly staff, seen almost immediately after I arrived. Dr. Louis was very kind, and the exam was done very quickly.
March 9, 2025Initials hidden
Everyone I dealt with was very efficient and professional. It was a quick, easy, yet thorough appointment.
Less than 1 year agoCatherine D.Verified patient
Definitely recommend. The team was very friendly & the doctor ran a lot of test. I felt confident that was in good hands.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Very professional staff and doctor, good communication and attention to all details of the exam.
October 15, 2025Octavia F.Verified patient
Great experience. It was right on time and the Dr was super nice and took the time to answer my questions and concerns
December 8, 2024Karina R.Verified patient
Amazing doctor! Clearly cares about his patients and very good at explaining the importance of every test being performed.
September 14, 2024Humberto V.Verified patient
It was a very pleasant experience and the person was happy to show me all the frames I wanted to see
August 4, 2025Thomas K.Verified patient
Dr. Louis Sarantakos and the staff are great. They took their time, and were super diligent and friendly. Highly recommended!
March 8, 2024Georgij A.Verified patient
The staff was very helpful and welcome, and Dr. Louis was accommodating and explained the steps being taken during the exam.
January 31, 2024Edgar F.Verified patient
Dr. Sarantakos took the time to do thorough tests and explain everything to me in detail. I highly recommend him!
November 6, 2024Initials hidden
He is a very good doctor, the people who work there are very kind and polite, and the experience is very recommended
July 21, 2024Ana B.Verified patient
Great office! Been coming here for years! They always take great care of my glasses which some places wont even touch.
May 11, 2024Paloma B.Verified patient
The doctor was very kind and easy to talk to! The staff was very friendly too. Highly recommend.
June 7, 2025Shannon Z.Verified patient
can’t recommend Dr Lou & his office highly enough. quick testing and great staff. not pushy on frames!
January 30, 2025Initials hidden
Instead of waiting, when I arrived early they checked me in earlier than my appointment time and got things rolling quickly!
March 19, 2023Olivia H.Verified patient
Quick and easy, super friendly. Will definitely come back for my yearly exams!
October 27, 2025Oriana D.Verified patient
Dr. saw me on time, was very clear in his instructions and had a pleasant personality.
July 27, 2025Michael P.Verified patient
Always good doctors and and a good experience at Union Square Optical. I’ve been going here for years and recommend it!
June 21, 2023Joshua H.Verified patient
My doctor and the staff were super friendly and explained all of the tests clearly. Very positive visit.
September 3, 2024Christian K.Verified patient
Great experience! Highly recommend. The glasses selection is impeccable and I am not easily impressed. 10 out of 10.
October 14, 2023Initials hidden
Super easy and efficient experience. Friendly staff and knowledgeable doctor. Felt great leaving.
January 15, 2025Nathaniel P.Verified patient
Pleasant visit and examination. Would repeat next time. Only downside is they don’t carry Ray Ban Sunglasses.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Dr. Sarantakos is thorough and communicates well with patients. He is friendly, as was all the staff.
October 6, 2024Sheila G.Verified patient
Helpful, patience, clear and kind when I was having terrible allergies. Great experience.
April 24, 2025Maude M.Verified patient
Zocdoc platform is clunky, complex and buggy. Creating an account finding a doctor and managing my appointment was painful
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
Always great! He really takes the time to explain and double check on everything during the appointment
August 18, 2024Jose E L.Verified patient
Very efficient and helpful staff/doctor! Everyone was very warm and friendly and the visit was very enjoyable!
January 9, 2024Initials hidden
Went for an eye exam. The appointment itself went smoothly, but it felt rushed. It also took longer than expected to be seen.
January 6, 2017Initials hidden
Great experience overall. Doctor was great at communicating what we were doing and staff was friendly and to the point.
August 23, 2022Rodrigo H.Verified patient
The Optometrist is terrific and highly skilled. He has managed my complex contact lenses prescription for several years.
More than 1 year agoJay H.Verified patient
Dr. Sarantakos was great - friendly, clear, and efficient. I got my prescription quickly and got on with my day.
September 9, 2023Ian R.Verified patient
Very informative, great communication, and amazing insight on what was needed. Would highly recommend.
July 18, 2024Austin I.Verified patient
Appointment was efficient and helpful. Only reason for docking a star is they did not examine my retina during the exam.
More than 1 year agoInitials hidden
I wish the doctor spent a minute to explain to me what actually did find out instead of just writing it on a paper
May 14, 2023Matteo C.Verified patient
Love this doctor. I've been coming here for years. The staff are great and the Dr is really nice.
October 3, 2024Sarina C.Verified patient
Excellent experience! The quickest, friendliest, most pleasant eye appointment I've ever had. I'd recommend it to anyone.
June 4, 2021Frankie T.Verified patient
Clean office, friendly staff,
Punctual and provided a very thorough Eye Exam…will recommend and will definitely return.
November 24, 2021Initials hidden
Quick and efficient eye exam. Got my new prescription and the doctor helped me understand my options with contact lenses
November 19, 2021Initials hidden
Would 100% recommend. Thoughtful, concise and explained thoroughly.
October 23, 2025robert F.Verified patient
Amazing!!! Really actually explains everything to you and answers all your why and how questions. Best experience ever!!
December 9, 2017Betty L.Verified patient
He was so detailed and informative. Answered all of my questions and cared to put high quality into his care.
August 31, 2023Leslye U.Verified patient
I was seen right away. Friendly staff, great experience!
February 5, 2026Brittany S.Verified patient
Dr Louis does an excellent exam and always provides me with perfect prescriptions. He is a caring health care provider.
November 22, 2017Brian K.Verified patient
I came in for an eye appointment. They were super quick and clear
November 7, 2025John T.Verified patient
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Dr. Louis Sarantakos works with Union Square Optical.
Where is Dr. Louis Sarantakos's office located?
Dr. Louis Sarantakos's office is located at 9 W 14th St, New York, NY 10011.
What are common reasons for patients to see Dr. Louis Sarantakos?
Dr. Louis Sarantakos frequently sees patients for Contact Lenses, Eyeglasses, General Eye Consultation, Glaucoma Consultation, and Routine Eye Exam. You can see other visit reasons for Dr. Louis Sarantakos on their profile.
What languages does Dr. Louis Sarantakos speak?
Dr. Louis Sarantakos speaks English and Greek.
How do patients rate Dr. Louis Sarantakos in reviews?
3556 patients have reviewed Dr. Louis Sarantakos. The overall rating for this doctor is 4.92/5. They have a 4.94/5 rating for bedside manner and a 4.83/5 rating for wait time. You can read individual reviews and ratings on their profile.