I’ve gone to Costco optical for as long as I can remember, but I ended up scheduling an appointment at this optometrist because year end is quickly approaching, and I wanted to get an eye exam in. I did not expect to have a better experience than I do at the optician at Costco but I did. I’ll likely switch over to the doctor now. Highly recommended.
Merlino Eye Associates
About
Located at 30715 US Highway 19 N in Palm Harbor, FL, Merlino Eye Associates is an eye doctor and optical shop serving the Palm Harbor area. The practice offers both eye exams and eyewear, which means prescriptions can be filled without a second trip. Listed services include comprehensive eye exam and contact lens fitting. VSP, Superior Vision and MetLife are among the 4 vision plans accepted. Care is provided by Brian Merlino, OD. The optical carries 36 frame brands. It is open 6 days a week, including Saturdays, with evening hours on weekdays. Walk-in visits are welcome. Call (727) 785-8645 to confirm hours and coverage before you visit.
- Listing type
- Optical · Optometrist
- Address
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30715 US Highway 19 N
Palm Harbor, FL 34684
Get Directions - Phone
- (727) 785-8645
- Languages spoken
- English, Spanish
- Walk-ins
- Accepted
Insurance accepted
Services offered
Services not listed are not offered at this location.
Frame brands carried
Brands on the floor as of the practice's last update. Stock varies — call for a specific model.
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Hours
| Monday | 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Thursday | 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Friday | 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
| Saturday | 9:00 AM – 7:00 PM |
Currently closed. Times shown in America/New_York. Holiday hours may differ.
Doctors at this practice
Reviews on Google 29
My husband and I both really like Dr. Merlino. He's pleasant and thorough but gets you out and back to your day quickly. Bonus points for the team feeding peanuts to the tail-less squirrel outside. Best waiting room entertainment ever!
Been coming here since 2022, Dr. Merlino is quick and professional and I really like him. Things can be a bit strange because you have to reach his front desk by dodging the Visionworks employees coming at you trying to hook you into new glasses. Today I had an appointment for 3:30pm, I was in the area so I stopped by at 2pm, 1.5hrs early, and Dr. Merlino’s front desk staff allowed me to fill out the paperwork and check in and then I was in and out in only 15 minutes!!! This totally made my day!
One of the best eye doctor experiences. Staff were friendly and quick; in and out in 30 minutes. Dr. Merlino was nice, knowledgeable and professional. Would recommend to anyone looking for a new eye doctor.
I saw Dr. Merlino for a second opinion on my prescription recheck after not being able to see correctly out of my new glasses. Visionworks had made my glasses correctly, so they recommend that I get a second opinion, and have my vision rechecked. Dr. Merlino was able to see me right away-even though it was nearly 5pm. He was very thorough, listened to all of my concerns, and was able to identify where the other doctors office had gone wrong. I received a new glasses, prescription, and vision Works started right away on making my glasses right. I am now switching to Dr. Merlino and will recommend him and vision works to anyone needing glasses or contacts!
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