JINS

100%, 5-​star recommendation.
I never leave Unilocal reviews, but I had to for Jins. As a person who’s worn glasses for 20 years, this was hands down the best, most efficient glasses experience I’ve ever had. Here’s why:
–Wide selection of unique and trendy styles.
–Glasses made within 30 minutes.
–High-​quality. Lightweight. Especially love the Airframe collection.
–Cheap. $ 100 for frame and lenses.
–Staff helps you with getting your insurance reimbursement during your visit. Takes a total of 2 minutes.
–Great customer service and overall customer experience.
Definitely coming back in the future!

Awesome. Great quality and customer service, and it is only 30 minutes wait. Well worth your money!

I honestly think JINS offers an incredible concept and outstanding service, but unfortunately does not hit it right on the nail for me. First of all, this vendor is near perfect:
You can’t beat the price — frames and lens included all included for a price range of $ 100-​$ 150? That’s a steal. 90 day return policy (which I hear is becoming 30, still good — no questions asked) is awesome. And oh the best part, they have everything done for you in 30 MINUTES. Holy moly, that’s their main selling point for sure. I know that’s why I decided on JINS.
The interior is also beautiful and very trendy — everything is laid out in an organized fashion and sales associates are easy to grab and ask questions. They offer a very open space and tons of face and full-​body mirrors, unlike Warby Parker on Hayes, where you’re pushing and shoving to get mirror time.
Overall, JINS is doing an outstanding job and I hope they continue to expand in the states. It’s also beautiful how they cater to both asian and non-​asian nose types. If you’re asian, this is the place to check out for glasses! Nose pads for days. But honestly. I took off one star because the styles don’t quite do it for me. I didn’t find many styles appealing, and in fact some where pretty weird. I think a lot of these styles would be fashionable and trendy in Tokyo, but not quite what we are ready for here in the States. I think WP wins in style — they are definitely JINS’s main competitor.
At the end of the day, I had an outstanding experience at JINS and would highly recommend it to anyone.

Best of everything. Best eye exams, best designs, best choices, best quality, best customer care, and best of all; best prices.
You get the picture, if not, then you need new glasses ;)

Went in to the store at end of day Sunday to get some glasses. Kari and John were both extremely helpful and knowledgeable. They were able to help us select just the perfect pair of glasses. John especially was funny, friendly, and patient. Not only was John able to turn around the production time in 15 minutes for 2 pairs, he also stayed after the store has closed to do the fitting. Definitely recommend and will come back again!

Here is a note if you want to get the JINS Screen frame collection with prescription lenses, a $ 40 lens exchange fee will be charged on top of the glasses since that collection comes with nonprescription screen lenses. It counts as if you bought a pair of glasses from them already and want to replace the lenses. The total is $ 80 for the Wellington frame + $ 60 Screen lens + $ 40 lens change fee.
It wasn’t explained clearly at the time of purchase, and I thought I was paying the $ 40 because they didn’t have my Rx Screen lens in stock and had to order them until I double-​check in FAQ that they won’t charge extra for ordering Rx lens. I really could have just picked a frame from another collection instead :(
I’d highly recommend getting the Airframe collection instead if you want similar acetate style or get an actual $ 120 metal/​special frame. This is the 3^rd pair of JINS I own, third time is the «charm» I guess. I will be returning this pair. Please read and ask questions at the time of purchase, double check with multiple employees.

Wow I will never ever go back to buying $ 300+ frames from my eye doctor! This place is phenomenal. From the customer service, price point and various frame styles — I am a huge fan!
I came in here completely defeated from shopping around for glasses that would fit correctly on my face. I don’t have a bridge on my nose and for some reason, companies haven’t caught on to the Asian market. Not Jin! There were rows of glasses specifically for people with low bridges– heaven! The frames were all so cute it was so hard to choose one! I ended up choosing a vintage cat eye frame and it was done in less than 30 minutes. I wish I remembered who helped me but she provided exceptional customer service and even tried to speed up the process because she knew i was in a hurry. Love this place.

I have a confession to make: I usually get my prescription glasses from Costco. Unfortunately, Costco glasses have a hard time staying put on my asian face and I usually find myself abandoning my glasses for my contacts. However, with my 8+ hours of staring at computer screens, my old lady eyes have started twitching incessantly. So, I finally gave in and decided to go see JINS since my coworkers rave about them all the time.
First off, props to all JINS workers there. They are all very kind and patient whenever I asked them a question. I would imagine it would be quite difficult to keep calm with all the locals and tourists coming in and out of the store all day.
Secondly, John was the associate that helped me ring up my transaction. He was very professional and helped double-​checked my PD to ensure my prescription was correct. Although it took slightly more than 30 minutes for my glasses to be made, I appreciated how the staff ensured my glasses fit correctly on my face before I left the store.
Btw, I got the JINS Screen ($ 60) to help block blue light from computers and reduce eye strain. So far, so good. I only had my glasses for less than a month, but I can see myself coming back for my next pair of glasses.

Love the variety of glassed to choose from and very afforable. You can buy a pair of prescription glasses for as low as $ 80.wow. Just bring your prescription in with you! They can not pull it from your current glasses, I called to check.
The workers are friendly and helpful and always trying to find the perfect pair or pairs for you. I bought 2 glasses here and have recommeded other friends to come here. They are not name brand frames, but the selection is amazing and afforable. They can have your glasses ready in 30 minutes, yes 30 minutes. if you have progressive glasses or other ptions, you will have to come back in a week or two for pick-​up.
A great place just to try on different frames and trust me, you will buy one or more here.

The customer service at Jins is amazing. When you walk in, friendly people greet you and genuinely want to help. The woman that helped me was named Pammie and she patiently dealt with all of my questions. She was incredibly patient as my questions revealed that I had no idea how the process worked.
You come in with a prescription (or they can check your eyes for $ 40), choose frames, choose lenses, and Jins makes the glasses in 30 minutes. It’s an incredible business model.
I ended up with two pairs of prescription glasses for under $ 200. I even added Jins screen, which helps with viewing computer screens. I highly recommend Jins!

The overall atmosphere, interior and the design concept of J¡n’s suits it perfectly. I had a great time trying on their vast collection of eyewear. I’ve never spent, nor have I ever wanted to spend so much time inside of any eye retail store. Offering much variety, when it comes to
their eyewear shapes, providing the hottest up to current patterns, ultra colors and outta sight lookin glass mega variety and eye catching LOOKS. I must say I LOOk forward to SEEing J¡N’S in the near future, again & again. THE BETTER 2 SEE U WITH, at J¡N’s !!!

I have three pairs of JINS’ glasses and I totally love them! I find their selection of frames expansive, are priced very reasonably and use cutting edge technology to streamline the entire process from selection to purchase. Glasses are printed using an in-​house machine, Kanna and takes a few minutes! I also love their commitment to the community with their involvement with the San Francisco Baykeepers. I get compliments on my glasses all the time and am so happy.

I am so happy with my experience here! They have so many style frames and with a ton of options in each. I spent a good 45 minutes browsing and the staff was very helpful. It’s like an eyewear Costco — and everyone loves Costco.
Frames (lens included) range from $ 60-​$ 120, set price including tax. Choose your frame, give them your prescription, and your glasses are ready in 30 minutes. I will come back again when I need new frames!

Recently got a great pair of glasses here.
Pros
— Great selection. They have tons of cool designs and the prices are very reasonable compared to typical optometry offices. I got a super light yet sturdy titanium frame with optional blue light coating for $ 180 including tax.
— *Awesome service*. I got great assistance from Jasmyn, Grace, and Kaan, who were both friendly and knowledgeable. Jasmyn in particular was a pro at helping me pick a pair that fit my big noggin and also adjusting the frame to fit comfortably. I had the glasses mailed to me and it was beautifully packaged with a handwritten thank you note.
— The store itself is a beautiful space that is convenient located near Union Square and the Powell BART station. (Highly recommend BART over driving.)
Cons (super minor)
— There was a tiny scratch on the inside of the frame when I received it. Not visible to other people but slightly annoying since I am super anal.
— I forgot my prescription so I emailed it to them after I picked my frame. They never responded to my email (the con) so I wasn’t sure they got it. The glasses showed up the day I was going to call them to confirm, so it wasn’t a big deal.
Tips
— Don’t forget to bring your prescription!
— They have an optional $ 60 blue light coating called JINS Screen you can get if you stare at a screen all day (Google «health risks of blue light»)

Great service! Can’t wait to come back with my prescription and get some awesome glasses. They explained the insurance reimbursement well and took a look at my VSP plan. They even tightened my BF’s glasses and we got a free soda for checking in. They have a large variety of glasses and if you have a low prescription, your lenses are probably included.

I was expecting so much more from this place. I checked out Jins for the first time YESTERDAY, spent a good amount of time picking out my frames, only to have my glasses break TODAY. I wore them all day today and yesterday, took very good care of them, and was enjoying my new frame. However my left lens just popped out, despite me handling my glasses with extra care. None of the frames here are high quality, something I did not think would be a problem as long as the product was functional. I guess you get what you pay for.
ALSO NOTE: Half of the store is catered towards those with higher nose bridges while the other half is for those with lower nose bridges. There is NO SIGNAGE indicating this. I spent 45 mins picking out a frame, was satisfied, only to be told by the employee who was helping me that the pair I picked was not meant for my nose type. I don’t blame him, he was only trying to help, but I spent an additional 45 mins picking out ANOTHER pair and would have appreciated it if there were some indicator of how the store was divided.

Im just so impressed and grateful. Knowledgeable wonderful staff. Super helpful especially since I have the worst prescription known to man. Plus the eyewear is adorable and trendy aaaand so affordable. Everything about this place is just magic.
Oh yeah, this place is also special because their eyewear comes in varieties to fit all heights of nasal bridges: p

Shopping here is really fun, great selection for cheap, shopping with flexible spending is awesome & they got the machine in the back… its’ like using monopoly money to buy chocolate at Hershey Park. The salesgirls are cute and the salesmen are metro, I trust their judgement.
I’ve impulse purchased 2 pairs here on my way to/​from Uniqlo, frames fits my fat head better than anything at Warby Parker. I think this shop is a loss leader, staging the brand for their upcoming Meme smart glasses (IoT /​wearables galore)
3 Tips:
Raid the Tea fridge in the back left! (check in on Unilocal)
GET THE BLUE LENSES
90 day no questions asked return policy is dope

This place is pretty awesome. Tons of frames to choose from. Great customer service.
This was my second visit to this store and I ended up getting a different pair or glasses than what I originally wanted to get because they were sold out of it. I was really happy with the choice I made today. I was helped by Shawn. He was patient with me which was great. I am very picky so it took me a while to find the perfect frame.
Glasses are ready for you the same day. No more waiting 1 – 2 weeks for your prescription.
Shawn also help with the adjustments on my glasses (which also took a while… cause of my pickiness). My glasses are comfortable and I hope they stay that way. Still getting used to them since the frames are a little smaller than my old pair but he said I can come in anytime to have them adjusted again.
Definitely coming back for prescription sunglasses and possibly another pair of regular glasses because they are affordable and stylish.

Bei solch einem Brillen-​Geschäft muss ich sagen, können sich die Geschäfte in Deutschland noch etwas abgucken.
Nicht nur das die Präsentation der Gestelle ziemlich stylisch ist und gerade durch die Schlichtheit in der Aufmachung auf den Tische und in den Regale besonders wirkt, sondern auch, dass die Gläser in der eigenen Stärke innerhalb 30 Minuten produziert werden.
Hierzu befindet sich im Geschäft eine «Produktionsstrasse», die automatisiert die Gläser produziert. Hinter einer gläsernen Abtrennung kann man diese Produktion in live verfolgen, wenn man mag.
Preislich ist gibt es drei Stufen. 100, 120 oder 150 Dollar inklusive Gestell und Gläser.
Preislich vollkommen ok, wenn man bedenkt, das man seine Brille nach einer kurzen Zeit gleich mitnehmen kann.
Wer also in SF ist und eine neue Brille benötigt, sollte hier mal einen Abstecher hin machen! :-)

GRAND OPENING DAY! :)
How to order your JINS eyewear:
1. pick a frame
2. select lenses
3. checkout and watch kanna (onsite lens-​edging robot)
4. pick-​up & fitting
Price includes frame, lenses, and case! Reminds me of Uniqlo but for eyewear! :)