This was my first visit to this office, and I had an excellent experience from start to finish. The front desk staff was extremely friendly, welcoming, and helpful, which immediately made me feel comfortable. The doctor was absolutely fabulous. She took the time to thoroughly examine my eyes and explain everything clearly. I was referred there by a specialist because it was thought I might need prescription glasses. After the exam, she told me that my eyes looked good and that if I was comfortable continuing to use my reading glasses, that was a perfectly reasonable option. What impressed me most was her honesty and integrity. She explained that they could make custom glasses for both distance and near vision, but she was upfront that they would be expensive. Instead of trying to sell me something I didn’t necessarily need, she said that if I was doing well with a stronger pair of readers for close-up work and using my distance vision while driving, that was a great solution for now. She even recommended a website where I could purchase affordable reading glasses rather than paying for custom-made lenses. It is incredibly refreshing to find a doctor who truly puts her patients’ best interests first and is not focused on upcharging or selling unnecessary products. I genuinely appreciated her kindness, professionalism, and honesty. I would highly recommend this office to anyone looking for trustworthy, patient-centered eye care.
Vibe Optometry
About
Vibe Optometry serves patients in Austin and the surrounding part of Texas from its office at 12000 Manchaca Rd Ste B. Both exams and glasses are handled here — exam rooms and an optical shop share the same address. Insurance accepted includes VSP (1 plan in total). Care is provided by Sarah Blackwelder, OD. The optical carries 36 frame brands. It is open 5 days a week. You can walk in without an appointment. Call (512) 358-8200 to confirm hours and coverage before you visit.
- Listing type
- Optical · Optometrist
- Address
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12000 Manchaca Rd Ste B
Austin, TX 78748
Get Directions - Phone
- (512) 358-8200
- Languages spoken
- English
- 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 | 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM |
| Tuesday | 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM |
| Wednesday | 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM |
| Thursday | 8:30 AM – 5:30 PM |
| Friday | 8:00 AM – 2:00 PM |
Currently closed. Times shown in America/Chicago. Holiday hours may differ.
Doctors at this practice
Reviews on Google 459
This was my first visit to this office, and I had a wonderful experience from start to finish. The office staff was incredibly friendly, welcoming, and patient. I had trouble submitting my paperwork online before my appointment, so they printed everything out and kindly helped me complete it without making me feel rushed or embarrassed. My doctor was amazing. She took the time to explain everything, answered my questions, and made me feel completely at ease with my new prescription. I truly appreciated how kind and professional she was throughout my appointment. When it was time to order my glasses, the staff continued to go above and beyond. After processing my insurance, they gave me a quote, but instead of stopping there, they said they wanted to double-check another option. They reran everything, and it ended up cutting my cost in half! That level of honesty and dedication to helping patients save money is hard to find. From the moment I walked through the door until the time I left, I felt valued, cared for, and well taken care of. I highly recommend this office to anyone looking for friendly, honest, and exceptional eye care.
I can honestly say, this has been the best experience with purchasing glasses. I was referred here by a coworker and the staff has representation and good "vibes".Ekani helped me with getting the best pair for me and helped to ensure I would have the most accurate information. After getting my glasses I noticed my prescription was off( I had got my prescription from another place not here). Dr Sarah Blackwelder invited me back in and gave me a thorough eye exam. Explained everything to me and took that extra level of care to ensure I felt comfortable. I wish I could give this team 10 stars. I appreciate finding a place that really does great work and provides great customer service. If they come out with a referral program I'll be the first in line. Thank you again and I HIGHLY RECOMMEND Vibe optometry!
Dr. Sarah Blackwelder is an outstanding optometrist and an even better person. She is thorough, knowledgeable, kind, and genuinely cares about her patients. She takes the time to listen, answer questions, and ensure you feel comfortable throughout your visit. Her entire team is just as exceptional, providing friendly, professional, and attentive customer service from start to finish. If you’re looking for a new eye doctor who combines expertise with a truly patient-centered approach, I highly recommend Dr. Blackwelder and her team.
Dr. Blackwelder is the best, truly. She always goes above and beyond to make sure I have all of my questions answered and is so thorough in ensuring we are getting at the root cause of any and all of my eye issues. She’s especially knowledgeable in treating chronic dry eye and really takes the time to explain what’s happening and why certain treatments can help which is SO appreciated. I also think she has really helped me get the perfect prescription for my contacts and glasses. I love her approach and the practice is great. I highly recommend Vibe Optometry for all of your eye needs!
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