Your Local & Independent Optician in Aberdeen

Founded in 1995, Straine Opticians has proudly delivered trusted, independent eyecare for over 30 years. 

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Boutique Eyecare in Aberdeen

Our practice is committed to the highest standards of professional eye care. This means we will discuss your individual needs, examine your eyes thoroughly using up to date modern equipment, answer any questions and offer you eyewear that meets your requirements.

Expert Eyecare with a Personal Touch

From the moment you step through our doors, you’ll notice the difference. We blend clinical excellence with boutique comfort, offering a truly personalised experience built on trust, care, and decades of expertise.

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A Wide Selection of luxury eyewear

Comprehensive and Expert Eyecare Services

We are proud to offer a comprehensive and thorough eye care service for the whole family. At Straine Opticians, your family’s vision is our priority.

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What our patients say

Visited today to seek out some rimless glasses. Spoke with Darren. Darren was so helpful its unheard of in most places nowadays. Asking why I had particular preferences to aid my selection process, very thourough when it came to customisation options. Then even further to add, just as lovely over the phone when I had to ask follow up questions. Not decided on my personal choice of frame as of yet, but from service alone I would recommend Straine and Darren in particular.

Fantastic service today. Broken specs were putting a holiday at risk. Ewan managed to fit the lenses from broken set to a new frame. Polite, professional and impeccable service. Thank you.

An exceptional Opticians located in the city centre of Aberdeen. I had a great experience there; A thorough (yet fun?) eye-test and fantastic service from professional, personable and knowledgeable staff. I am delighted with my new glasses :)

I was in your shop today and you fixed my sunglasses which were squint. I just wanted to thank you again for the help with that, it's greatly appreciated. It's nice to have a simple and fantastic visit to a local shop in Aberdeen and I would highly recommended to anyone!

Purchased a pair of Ray-Ban sun glasses with prescription lenses, Ewan and the Team were so helpful. Shop local, go small business for that personnel service. Very happy customer.

Very happy customer! Having struggled for the past few years trying to get a pair of useful varifocal specs from a well-known high street optician, and being told that it was my eyes that were the problem not the spectacles, I came to Straine Opticians on the recommendation of a friend. Got a thorough examination with all of the high tech kit. And what a joy - brilliant specs at the first attempt - best vision I'd had for years - not once but twice ( a second pair of sun specs). Frames a little more expensive than the high street chain, but worth every penny. Please try them!

visit us

Straine Opticians
33-35 Thistle St
Aberdeen, AB10 1UY

Opening hours

Monday:

9:00am - 5:30pm

Tuesday:

9:00am - 5:30pm

Wednesday:

9:00am - 5:30pm

Thursday:

9:00am - 5:30pm

Friday:

9:00am - 5:30pm

Saturday:

9:00am - 4:30pm

Sunday:

Closed

Our practice is closed for lunch between 1pm and 2pm

Experience exceptional, independent eyecare in Aberdeen.

Experience exceptional, independent eyecare in Aberdeen. Our team is here to help you see and feel your best. Book your appointment today, your eyes deserve expert care.