Thorough testing
Customers describe the eye examination as thorough, with clear explanations of results and recommendations.
Emirates Optical - Al Rigga Street (RTA Approved Eye Test Center)
Deira
In Deira, Emirates Optical is an optician and RTA-approved eye-test centre where customers can have their eyes checked and choose prescription glasses. Reviews also point to a broad frame selection, including stylish and branded options, with clear guidance on lenses and fit.
Reputation Score
4.9
★★★★★
281 ratings
Source: Google Maps
The Good Stuff
Lens guidance
Staff explain lens options clearly and tailor recommendations to the customer’s prescription and needs.
Frame selection
The shop has a wide range of stylish frames, including branded glasses and sunglasses.
Fast turnaround
Several reviews mention quick fulfilment, including glasses being ready within two days or on the same day.
Accessibility help
One customer who was blind and handicapped received help with delivery, pickup and drop-off during lens preparation.
Affordable options
Reviews mention affordable frames, reasonable sale items and cost-effective glasses.
Fit checks
Customers report that lenses were fitted accurately to their eye grade and that glasses fit comfortably.
Tips for a Better Visit
Discuss lenses. Ask for a clear comparison of lens options before deciding; customers found tailored explanations useful.
Confirm timing. Confirm the exact completion time before ordering, as reported turnaround ranged from same day to two days.
Verify delivery. If you need delivery, confirm whether it is same-day and who arranges collection before paying.
Check availability. Ask whether your preferred frame or colour is stocked at Al Rigga; one customer’s requested glasses came from another branch.
Ask about driving. If the glasses are for driving, mention that when booking the eye check and ask how the result supports your next step.
Plan the visit
Practical details
47 Al Rigga Rd
Al Muraqqabat - Deira, Dubai
| Mon | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Tue | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Wed | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Thu | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Fri | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sat | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
| Sun | 10:00 AM – 12:00 AM |
Popular Mentions
Prescription glasses
Prescription glasses are a recurring purchase mentioned in the reviews.
Gentle Monster sunglasses
One customer bought Gentle Monster sunglasses during a promotion.
Reading glasses
Reading glasses are mentioned in a customer’s service concern.
Common Concerns
Delivery confusion
One customer was first told same-day delivery, then asked to arrange Careem and wait two days instead.
Limited space
A review describes the branch as a small space, which may matter if you prefer roomier browsing.
Service mismatch
One review reports that a reading-glasses concern was initially deferred until the next day despite another doctor being available.
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The Bottom Line
Emirates Optical in Deira is a practical stop for an eye check and new prescription glasses, with the added convenience of an RTA-approved eye-test centre. Reviews describe thorough examinations, clear explanations of results and lens options, and help choosing frames that suit both the prescription and the wearer’s face. Sunglasses and branded frames also feature regularly in customer feedback.
Turnaround is a strong point, but it is worth pinning down the exact timing. One customer received glasses on the same day, while another had theirs ready in two days. Delivery expectations were less consistent: a customer was initially told same-day delivery, then asked to arrange Careem and wait two days.
Confirm the collection or delivery plan before paying if timing matters. The branch is described as a small space, so browsing may feel more compact than in a large showroom. On the positive side, reviews mention affordable sale items, accurate lens fitting and help with pickup or delivery for a customer with visual and mobility difficulties.
If your preferred frame or colour is unavailable, staff may be able to arrange it from another branch, so ask before settling for a second choice.