At Market Square Optical, we believe in centering patients and offering comprehensive eye exams, contact lenses, and designer eyewear. With four locations in Newburyport, Beverly, Cambridge, and Brooklyn in Massachusetts and New York — we're committed to curating an unparalleled eye care journey centered on trust, precision, and quality. We also believe in prioritizing patient satisfaction, so we stand by our products with a 30-day return policy and a 2-year warranty. If you find that a product doesn't meet your expectations, contact us within 30 days of your purchase, and we'll guide you through the return process. Please note that this only applies to non-custom or non-altered products returned in their original condition. Additionally, if your purchase encounters any problems within two years, we'll repair it promptly. If repairs aren't possible, we'll replace the item. Your trust means everything to us, and we're dedicated to resolving any concerns efficiently, making your experience with us smooth and worry-free.

Patient reviews

All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.

Overall rating

4.72

Wait time

4.73

Bedside manner

4.83

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It was a Quick Look the staff and doctor were very professional and I appreciated the time I spent there

May 20, 2025Noah A.Verified patient

Customer service was good along with the ambiance. The Doctor was very understanding and very patient.

May 12, 2025Chantal R.Verified patient

Visit was quick and easy. Doctor was very nice and knowledgeable. Front desk was nice as well.

MBVerified patient

Amazing doctor - great service and very professional . Highly recommend.

SKVerified patient

The appointment went smoothly. Dr. Ryvkin was very professional and knowledgeable.

DLVerified patient

My insurance was not accepted despite the fact I uploaded my insurance card before hand.

October 2, 2024Christine A.Verified patient

Dr. Phillips and his staff are great. The visit was very quick, efficient, and everyone was very professional and kind.

August 19, 2025Oscar T.Verified patient

Great Dr! Found I had been overprescribed. Love the contacts he set me up with. Great office visit.

March 23, 2026Morgan K.Verified patient

Best eye doctor I’ve ever seen 10/10 caught problems other eye doctors didn’t see

February 19, 2026Sultan A.Verified patient

The doctor was very nice and the staff was nice. The receptionist helped me pick out glasses.?

June 10, 2025Alejandra D.Verified patient

Everyone in the office was very helpful and polite. Dr. Lawrence was very thorough, genuine, and knowledgeable. Thank you!

January 23, 2017Allison M.Verified patient

He is the best, I always see better when I see Dr. Phillips. Have been going to Brattle Square Optical for almost 8 years!

June 15, 2021Kathleen N.Verified patient

He’s really good and fit me with the right contacts!

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Great visit! Dr. Phillips' daughter helped me pick out frames which was nice since I have never had to buy glasses before.

January 18, 2013Jenna H.Verified patient

This was the best eye doctor experience I've had. Dr. Phillips and his staff were knowledgeable, friendly and very helpful.

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Incredible. Probably saved me hundreds to thousands of dollars down the line with great advice and explanation.

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Very thorough, calm demeanor, explained everything well. I appreciated his recommendations and helpfulness of everything.

October 31, 2016Dylan P.Verified patient

They’re lovely. I’ve been seeing Dr. Phillips for years. Incredibly clean and truly kind and considerate service.

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Great experience! The doctor and all the staff walked me through the whole procedure and there was no unexpected costs.

April 15, 2021Initials hidden

I've seen Dr. Phillips for over a decade. He's thorough and clear and always dials in a perfect prescription for me.

June 8, 2021Kirk D.Verified patient

I went in for contact lenses for the first time at 55 years old. Walked an hour later in contact lenses. ????? Wow.

March 28, 2014Elizabeth R.Verified patient

I've been there several times before. I know the people. I booked here this time because that's how they do it now.

May 3, 2022Van Z.Verified patient

I highly recommend Dr. Lawrence Phillips. You get a very thorough exam and excellent glasses prescriptions

August 29, 2023Initials hidden

Always the best! Love Dr. & the team - have been a patient for over a decade. 5 stars!

May 20, 2025Kristi S.Verified patient

Easy, to the point service, and accommodating to my particular situation.

October 30, 2025Chris R.Verified patient

Efficient and knows what he's talking about. - little pricey but worth it if you want a knowledgeable professional

Sydney S.Verified patient

Awesome! This provided treated me very well and improved my eyesight significantly! I strongly recommended it.

May 20, 2021Carlos A.Verified patient

Staff were very informative and helpful, doctor explained everything quite clearly with respect to my health.

May 5, 2021David P.Verified patient

Dr. Phillips was fantastic as always. Attentive, specific, professional, engaging. Overall a great experience.

November 24, 2015Filip S.Verified patient

Great. Everyone was very friendly and accommodating. Great strawberry candies.

May 3, 2025Benvindo S.Verified patient

I’ve been following Dr. Phillips for over 20 years because he is super professional and has a great staff.

Anna Y.Verified patient

Excellent practice!! Dr. Phillips provides outstanding care and the staff are friendly and professional.

April 18, 2022Daniel T.Verified patient

Nice people, easy exam, fast!!! Knowledgeable explanation after prescription and all options for lenses.

CEVerified patient

Positive experience with helpful and well thought at explanations for any questions that arised.

SMVerified patient

Fantastic visit! Shawn & Megan are very knowledgable! Great experience! I highly reccomend!

ALVerified patient

Very nice to work with. Very helpfull. I will definitely be back for future visits.

STVerified patient

Unclear information. They wanted to charge me. They said you should change your primary care

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The visit was extremely professional thorough and friendly . Highly recommend Dr! Ryvkin.

EKVerified patient

Excellent. The doctor was so informative and patient! Loved her manner and explanation!

JHVerified patient

Very friendly service and doctor and staff explained information.

EMVerified patient

Went well convenient and smooth exam. Everything was explained to me as the exam progressed I am happy with the experience.

SAVerified patient

Good, interesting. Feels, like I was well taken care of. Love my glasses and help picking them out!!

TCVerified patient

Went well. Loved the least invasive touch of the eye exam. Very easy to cope with.

KBVerified patient

1st eye exam in 20 yrs. Overall the experience was great. Basically I need glasses.

MLVerified patient

Very happy with the service and visit. Staff helpful & friendly.

PGVerified patient

Great! Very thorough and staff very friendly & competent.

KSVerified patient

I would go back. Good service, nice clean atmosphere, kind Dr. and front desk staff, the appointment did not take long.

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Fantastic! She was very friendly, helpful, and professional. Will certainly be back. I would recommend to friends and family.

JMVerified patient

Excellent very knowledgeable and helpful, look forward to working with her again.

TCVerified patient

Great people,pleasant and caring. Dr was on point, great experience

March 4, 2026John R.Verified patient