Check out our new location!

We’ve recently moved offices, but we’re right across the street from our old office! Here’s our new address and come check out the new store!

2067 Massachusetts Avenue,
Cambridge, MA 02140

Welcome to General Optical

General Optical provides thorough eye exams, the latest in eyeglasses and contact lens technology, and a willingness to meet or exceed your expectations.

We at General Optical Co. want to thank you, our patients and clients, for all your continued support during this past year. If you are interested in coming for some new eyeglasses, just call ahead so we can reserve a time for you! This way we can make your visit with us enjoyable by minimizing your wait time and giving you more personalized attention.

We are excited to introduce new technology in the office! We now have an OCT. Optical Coherence Tomography or OCT is advanced eye scan technology that uses light waves to see beneath the surface of the eye. An OCT exam created detailed images of the back of the eye. These images help us to detect possible warning signs of serious eye health conditions.
Thank you all again and we wish you all a very healthy and safe New Year!

Over 40 years in Porter Square

General Optical Co. is a total eye care practice offering complete eye exams, contact lens fittings, laser vision co-management, and ocular disease management. We also provide the latest in eyewear including digital progressive lenses, ultra-thin lenses, and anti-reflective coatings. Our collection of contemporary plastic, titanium and stainless steel frames offer an unsurpassed variety to meet every patient’s need. Our licensed opticians on staff specialize in helping you make the choice that is best for your needs.

What Our Customers Have to Say

Dr. Klaahsen is professional and straightforward. She thinks about preventative care and about how to ease patients into new prescriptions. The General Optical staff is absolutely the best, bar none. From Ron and Leslie to Dianne, Paul and Carla, they all provide the best service whether selecting new glasses or servicing old ones. I cannot recommend General Optical enough.

Mary Lou DCustomer

I trust General Optical. They always go the extra mile to make sure I’m happy with my purchase. They take the time to get to know their clients and provide top-notch customer service.

Joanne RCustomer

Excellent visit. I had a through examination from Dr. Klaahsen who provided me with excellent options, followed by a fine fitting for new glasses with the staff in the front of the house. I have been going to them for well over 20 years and have never had a bad experience.

Nicholas GCustomer

General Optical is a small, family-owned business that provides the kind of old-fashioned service that’s hard to find anymore. They are warm, friendly, and extremely knowledgeable about their products, which they stand behind 100%. We highly recommend this business.

Jewel GCustomer

Check out our new location!

Welcome to General Optical

General Optical provides thorough eye exams, the latest in eyeglasses and contact lens technology, and a willingness to meet or exceed your expectations.

Over 40 years in Porter Square

What Our Customers Have to Say

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