Family owned and operated, McDonald Optical has been a leader....

Since 1956 McDonald Optical has provided superior customer service to Iowa City, Coralville and all Eastern Iowa residents including University of Iowa students, faculty and staff. 

McDonald Optical is the premier optical center in Iowa, serving the entire Midwest. We are a family owned business started in 1956 by Alfred McDonald. Two of Mr. McDonald son's, John and Don McDonald purchased the business in 1988 following Alfred's retirement. Reid McDonald, John's son, is now the third generation owner and is committed to the family tradition. There are family members involved spanning four generations. From the beginning, McDonald Optical has focused on providing only the highest quality products paired with individualized customer care. We continue our tradition by offering our customers "eyewear as individual as you" while providing a lasting optical experience. 

......in the optical field for over 53 years, McDonald Optical uses only the latest technology in lens design and carries Iowa's most comprehensive selection of designer frames. McDonald Optical offers customers a fashionable array of the most current trends in eyewear. We offer our customers a special service, uniqueness and individualism.

We have an extensive and diverse collection of the most technologically advanced lenses to suit a wide variety of visual requirements. We provide complimentary lens consultations.

At McDonald Optical superior customer service has always been our foremost priority. We honor each and everyone one of our faithful customers with 53 years of continued success.

We offer a truly unique experience with the combination of exclusive, cutting edge and high quality frames along with the latest technology in lenses at fair and affordable prices.

We want to provide the finest eye care to our customers of all ages. The key element to our success is differentiating ourselves from all other eyewear professionals.

Our promise is to accommodate each and every relationship with the highest level of service and selection. After over 53 years of this continued mission your enduring referrals allow us to continue our role in the community offering "eyewear as individual as you".

McDonald Optical offers:

Comprehensive eye exams 

ABO certified opticians 

Over 1000 frame styles at each location 

The latest in lens technology 

Contact lenses 

Lifetime adjustments and repairs 

3 convenient locations