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— Metro Centre, IL

At Bard Optical, our team is skilled at caring for patients of every age.

Bard Optical – Peoria Metro Centre


4620 N University St, Peoria, IL 61614, United States
(309) 316-3791

Hours


Monday – Friday: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM
Sunday: Closed

Our Medical Approach


For 80 years and counting, we’ve put our patients’ total eye health first using our medical approach to eye care. Our eye doctors provide comprehensive eye health exams to help them stay on top of your vision wellness. During these exams, they’ll check your eyes inside and out using advanced technology to look for eye diseases and get accurate vision prescriptions. With our specialized tools, we can comfortably detect eye diseases early and monitor your sight over time.

Services


Our practice is proud to provide a wide range of eye care services under one roof, so you never have far to get everything you need. At our Peoria — Metro Centre location, you’ll find a varied selection of eyewear that includes the latest frames and custom lenses, as well as contacts. We also have onsite doctors to provide you with routine vision care, thorough eye health exams, and eye disease management.

Comprehensive Eye Health Exams at Bard Optical Peoria Metro Centre

Comprehensive Eye Health Exams

The best way to care for our patients starts with a solid understanding of their eyes and vision, and for that we rely on our comprehensive eye health exams. These exams open the door to a personalized optical experience and a lifetime of protected vision. During your exam, we’ll use cutting-edge imaging and measurement tools to get a detailed view of your eye health and an accurate vision prescription for your eyewear.

Little girl getting an eye exam

Pediatric Eye Health Exams

For our youngest patients, we offer pediatric eye health exams. These specialized exams pay more attention to age-related conditions, such as myopia (nearsightedness). As children grow, their eyes are constantly changing, which is why we regularly check for changes in their vision as well. If we find anything that might be hampering their eyesight, we’ll find the right eyewear to give them comfortable clarity.

Women putting contact lenses on their eye

Contact Lens Exams

Before you can enjoy the comfort and lifestyle convenience offered by contact lenses, you first need an exam to find your contact lens prescription — which is different from the one needed for glasses. In our contact lens exam, we’ll determine your prescription, look for front-of-eye conditions that impact contact lens wear, and personally fit your contacts to your eyes.

A woman trying on glasses at Bard Optical Peoria Metro Centre

Eye Disease Management

While eye diseases are common, especially as you get older, they don’t have to interfere with your life. With our advanced technology, we can detect eye diseases even before they start to impact your sight. With our medical eye care expertise and many years of experience, you can trust that your vision will be protected as your eyes age.

Elderly couple looking at mirror wearing glasses from Bard Optical Peoria Metro Centre

Eyewear Options for Everyone

At Bard Optical, we offer everything from fashionable eyeglasses and sunglasses to standard and specialty contact lenses. Our staff will help you identify your goals and needs to help you find the right kind of eyewear for your eyes.

Comprehensive Eye Health Exams
Comprehensive Eye Health Exams at Bard Optical Peoria Metro Centre

The best way to care for our patients starts with a solid understanding of their eyes and vision, and for that we rely on our comprehensive eye health exams. These exams open the door to a personalized optical experience and a lifetime of protected vision. During your exam, we’ll use cutting-edge imaging and measurement tools to get a detailed view of your eye health and an accurate vision prescription for your eyewear.

Pediatric Eye Health Exams
Little girl getting an eye exam

For our youngest patients, we offer pediatric eye health exams, These specialized exams pay more attention to age-related conditions, such as myopia (nearsightedness). As children grow, their eyes are constantly changing, which is why we regularly check for changes in their vision as well. If we find anything that might be hampering their eyesight, we’ll find the right eyewear to give them comfortable clarity.

Contact Lens Exams
Women putting contact lenses on their eye

Before you can enjoy the comfort and lifestyle convenience offered by contact lenses, you first need an exam to find your contact lens prescription — which is different from the one needed for glasses. In our contact lens exam, we’ll determine your prescription, look for front-of-eye conditions that impact contact lens wear, and personally fit your contacts to your eyes.

Eye Disease Management
A woman trying on glasses at Bard Optical Peoria Metro Centre

While eye diseases are common, especially as you get older, they don’t have to interfere with your life. With our advanced technology, we can detect eye diseases even before they start to impact your sight. With our medical eye care expertise and many years of experience, you can trust that your vision will be protected as your eyes age.

Eyewear Options for Everyone
Elderly couple looking at mirror wearing glasses from Bard Optical Peoria Metro Centre

At Bard Optical, we offer everything from fashionable eyeglasses and sunglasses to standard and specialty contact lenses. Our staff will help you identify your goals and needs to help you find the right kind of eyewear for your eyes.

Proudly Serving

Peoria Metro Centre

We’re pleased to provide quality eye care to Peoria and its surrounding areas, including Norwood, Edwards, Bartonville, Germantown Hills, Alta, Mossville, Dunlap, South Rome, and Spring Bay.

Our doctors will help you enjoy everything Peoria has to offer with exceptional vision — from strolling through the Peoria Zoo to watching a fast-paced race at Peoria Speedway!

Bard Optical Peoria Metro Centre location driving directions

Driving Directions


We are located at 4620 N University St, Peoria, IL 61614.

Coming from the north, head south on Knoxville Ave and pass 2 Chez restaurant on your right. One mile later, make a right onto W Giles Ln and in about 100 feet, continue onto N Sheridan Rd. In 1.5 miles, turn right onto W Glen Ave, where you’ll pass The Spotted Cow on your left just after you turn. After 0.2, turn left at N Isabell Ave and continue for about 0.3 miles, where we’ll be straight ahead.

Coming from the south, hear north on N University St and pass Childers Eatery on your right. In 0.8 miles, pass Peoria Players Theater on your right. Continue for 0.3 more miles, and then turn right at W Marlene Ave into the shopping plaza. In about 500 feet, we’ll be on your right.

Testimonials


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Sarah H
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This place is great! The ladies were so helpful and amazing. We joked and laughed, felt like I've known them for years. Awesome selection, very reasonable prices, updated equipment, clean. I'll definitely be a repeat customer.
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Shawn Shadden
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I went and got my eye exam today, outstanding service! The front staff was friendly and welcoming and the dr that did my exam was amazing as well she made sure I was happy with the exam and that I could see everything. I didnt feel rushed or anything and I couldnt be any happier! 5 stars definitely would recommend!
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Tiffany DeMars
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No optometrist on site right now but customer service was great from start to finish. The accepted my prescription from the vision venter at Walmart and my state insurance through meridian. The glasses I got were even cute and up to date style not just basic wire frames.
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Colleen Mcmanamon
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Always good care even with previous issue with my eye...dr always thorough and staff great with choices!....highly recommend
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Erin Muckelston
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Very friendly and pretty much on time with their patients
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penny moskaloff
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It was the best experience ever I was totally pleased with the service