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Visual Effects Optical
Optometrist1013 W Armitage Ave, Chicago, IL4.92
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Overall rating
4.92
Wait time
4.95
Bedside manner
4.92
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Visual Effects Optical
In the thirty five years we’ve been in business, I’ve had the opportunity to transform thousands of faces from just ordinary looking into “Visual Effects” faces, with eyeglasses that look great. What I’m always asked is, “How do I find that perfect frame? How do I manage to do it on the first try?” The answer is simple. It comes from my instinct; it is my gift, my art and my passion. I look at a face and picture shapes that compliment and enhance the natural flow of your features. I will even challenge you to try styles that you would never have imagined on your own. We will work together to find that perfect frame. I wouldn’t be able to do what I do at Visual Effects if it weren’t for our selection of thousands of contemporary and progressive frames all personally chosen by myself. This ensures our customers the greatest collection of international modern eyewear. Visit us!
Patient reviews
All reviews have been submitted by patients after interacting with the practice.
Overall rating
4.92
Wait time
4.95
Bedside manner
4.92
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Dr Chet is really good and picking frames that flatter you. The eye exam was top notch too.
January 26, 2026Keith S.Verified patient
Dr. Steinmetz has an amazing talent for picking the right frames for each individual. He's very knowledgeable and kind.
November 7, 2024Lina H.Verified patient
Dr Chet , Gave me a complete eye exam and explained everything that was easy for me to understand.
April 4, 2025Peter G.Verified patient
Dr. Chet is great! He is extremely knowledgable, has great bedside manner, and is very kind and helpful.
January 3, 2025Calliope S.Verified patient
What can I say? He knows how to fit your face with glasses!
March 19, 2026Marcia K.Verified patient
Chet is the master of fitting glasses to faces. There is no one better.
December 1, 2025William T.Verified patient
Dr. Chet Steinmetz is the best optometrist in Chicago!
March 15, 2026Initials hidden
I have been going to Visual Effects for my eyewear for more than twenty years. Chet has always been very helpful and kind.
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Dr. Chet is a magician. He picks out exactly the right glasses for your face. With me he got it right the first pair.
February 21, 2022Gary D.Verified patient
Great service, super efficient, and nooone has a better selection or recommendations in eye wear than Dr. Steinmetz.
August 7, 2021Parris K.Verified patient
He has been my doctor for years. Simply the best- and his gift is picking glasses off the wall that look great on you!
August 17, 2020Andrew K.Verified patient
Dr. Chet is great. He is very professional and concerned. I would recommend him to any friend.
August 2, 2024Richard S.Verified patient
I have been a patient of Dr. Chet Steinmetz for over 23+ years. Always a great experience...
Thank you
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December 18, 2020Frank F.Verified patient
Chet has the BEST selection of frames and he was very patient while I decided which pair of glasses I wanted.
April 18, 2021Initials hidden
I’ve been “seeing” Dr. Chet for quite a long time. I’ve never “looked” back to my previous ‘Doc-In-A-Box’ days.
July 10, 2019Terri R.Verified patient
Chet has a very personable and professional demeanor. He really knows his profession and is very efficient.
April 8, 2021Paul M.Verified patient
Dr Chet was very attentive and helped me pick a nice pair of glasses
May 24, 2025Roxanne O.Verified patient
I’ve been seeing Dr Chet for 10+ years. Very confident in his abilities. Great “eye” for picking glasses!
Roxana R.Verified patient
Dr Chet knows his stuff. He picks the perfect frames for your face. He's like the glasses whisperer!
June 27, 2017Initials hidden
Dr. Steinmetz was fast and friendly. He even referred me to a specialist if I needed to follow up.
July 24, 2021Salwa S.Verified patient
Grateful that Dr Chet was willing to repair my broken glasses. Unusual and appreciative
October 16, 2023Thomas R.Verified patient
Dr. Steinmetz is the best. Fantastic selection of frames. He knows exactily what looks good on you.
August 22, 2017Kenneth H.Verified patient
Dr Chet is very knowledgeable & patient focused. He is very helpful. That is why I keep coming back
February 12, 2021Initials hidden
Second visit within five years. Perfect both times.
August 13, 2025Alan D.Verified patient
The doctor was so nice and friendly. Made me feel very welcome and comfortable and is funny
March 11, 2023Jada S.Verified patient
Very knowledgeable, professional & great style conscious personnel. I highly recommend them.
January 4, 2022Loendri R.Verified patient
He is very professional and is great at picking out frames that are interesting and look good.
May 17, 2020Susan P.Verified patient
Dr. Chet is a great doctor and Visual Effects always has a fantastic collection of frames.
April 28, 2022Kevin P.Verified patient
Excellent, knowledgeable, great eye for selecting frames.
April 5, 2025Irv F.Verified patient
Excellent. Straight and to the point. Beutiful store and selection of frames also
March 13, 2023Fabio G.Verified patient
Love coming in for visit. It's always fun & they know what they are doing. Always happy.
MAVerified patient
Doctor Chet is the best he has a impeccable eye for what style works best for you!!!
June 4, 2021Peter G.Verified patient
Dr Chet is incredible matching your face to a perfect frame. Love working with him!
April 2, 2021Katherine J.Verified patient
Seen him for years, we keep coming back and recommending him to all of our friends
June 29, 2020Michael L.Verified patient
Excellent doctor! Very helpful and explained everything I needed to know.
December 20, 2021Jovile S.Verified patient
Dr Chet is the best:). I’ve been coming to him for years and he’s wonderful
December 14, 2020Kathryn B.Verified patient
Chet was helpful and professional. I appreciated his advice and assistance!
Jeff S.Verified patient
Been a patient of Chet’s for almost 30 years. Cannot recommenced him more
Stephen L.Verified patient
Fantastic Serice and selection of glasses. Very highly recommended.
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I've been seeing Dr Chet for over 20 yrs and would not go anywhere else.
DWVerified patient
Dr Chet is the best. He is not cheap however but your eyes are worth it
June 3, 2017Joseph S.Verified patient
Excellent optometrist and great selection of eyewear products.
January 5, 2023Initials hidden
A great experience with a great eye doctor. Highly recommend!
November 9, 2022Cynthia S.Verified patient
Have been > 10 years client. Would return. Highly recommended.
July 18, 2021Initials hidden
Effective, pointed, no time wasted, felt taken care of.
July 1, 2023Adam C.Verified patient
EXCELLENT! Dr. Chet is a very special talented specialist.
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We travel from Charlotte NC to see Dr. Chet - best of the best
Jeff E.Verified patient
I recommended this Dr to my husband. I had a good experience.
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Great experience! I would highly recommend and I will return.
January 27, 2021Claire O.Verified patient
Personalized service and knowledgeable staff were highlights!
January 18, 2021Daniel C.Verified patient
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