We took our 3-year-old for her very first eye test at Mackeys Opticians and had such a positive experience. Rachel and Aaron were absolutely brilliant — so patient, kind and reassuring, and they reall... See more
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Northern Ireland’s largest independent chain of optometrists. We are a family business supported by a friendly professional team that caters for all your optical needs. From detailed eye examinations to a wide choice of eyewear, your eye health is in good hands at Mackey Opticians. Our 13 large comfortable practices have been created and furnished with our patients in mind and our philosophy is to provide tailored, high quality optical care for you and your family. Covid-19 has emphasised the need for space and one-to-one care so get out of the crowd and come and visit us. We have strict hygiene control - you must wear a mask and hand sanitise within the retail area of our practices. We cater for both NHS and private patients. If you are uncertain whether you are entitled to an NHS sight test please contact us and we’ll answer any of your queries. We look forward to seeing you.
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422 Newtownards Road, BT4 1HJ, Belfast, United Kingdom
- +442890739909
- info@mackeyopticians.com
- mackeyopticians.com
I could not speak highly enough of the…
I could not speak highly enough of the ‘emergency’ care received from Richard and Rachel in Castle Lane. In that shop before, I have also received amazing care from Jenny and Sara.
Really great!
What makes my experience so amazing at…
What makes my experience so amazing at Mackey opticians is that the staff are so friendly and always so smiley and you can honestly just have a conversation and it’s not awkward
I attended the Portadown branch for an…
I attended the Portadown branch for an eye health check with Aaron, after suffering with an eye infection and chronic dry eye symptoms. Today’s experience was amazing, his manner immediately put me at ease and explained everything and answered all my questions in a professional and reassuring manner. This appointment left me feeling that I would have some sense of normality again and confidence in the treatment plan for the future. It is so reassuring to know that there is someone who understands what you are going through and can offer help and support on a personal level.
Between Aaron and Rachel I had an extremely positive and reassuring experience and would definitely recommend visiting them in Portadown!
I highly recommend Mackey Opticians
I highly recommend Mackey Opticians. I received a quick appointment as they knew i was worried about my vision. Aaron took time to give give an excellent test and explained in detail my results. Aaron is a great asset. And even with the glasses off very pleasant on the eye ladies 😜
Just had a routine eye test and the…
Just had a routine eye test and the team where very welcoming and friendly. Been attending Mackey optians for years now and will continue being my go to eye specialist.
Again a great experience
Again a great experience , Elaine made the eye test easy and was great ,Rachel made choosing glasses a pleasure what a lovely lady Mackey's Portadown,you made the experience enjoyable.
Excellent staff in the cookstown shop.
Excellent staff in the cookstown shop.
First class service form start to finish.
Mackey Opticians Portadown - Excellent
All of the ladies in Mackey Opticians Portadown were friendly and professional. The process was seamless and new glasses within 4 days. Excellent service!
Mackeys opticians Glen road
Been attending mackeys Glen road opticians for over 20 years, the service is outstanding, Rita and Sheila are the best girls to help advice and guide with what suits, always keeping me up to date on what offers are on too! And Orla the optician is so thorough with making sure I get the best prescription suited. 😊
The cookstown branch is absolutely…
The cookstown branch is absolutely brilliant. All the girls are fantastic, my daughter and I were in last week and they made us so welcome. They help you pick out glasses etc
Friendly and very helpful staff
Friendly and very helpful staff. Great atmosphere in Cookstown location. Highly recommend and will be coming back again.
Been here since a was a kid
Superb Service
Cannot recommend Mackey Optician Portadown Branch highly enough.
Professional and friendly service throughout, particularly from Rachel and Ciara. Superb.
Rachel
Went in today with my partner and had my toddler with me normally where I go thats a problem. But not at mackey They were all exceptional. Especially Rachel. Ill be signing both of us up there in the very near future
New face, same excellent service!
My wife and I had been customers of Petticrew Opticians for many years and moved to Mackey Opticians with Andrew some years ago where we have continued to receive professional eye care, excellent service from pleasant staff and all at a fair price.
Since Andrew was off our appointment yesterday was with Aaron who we both found to be as professional, attentive and pleasant as we have become accustomed to. Welcome to Mackey's (and NI)Aaron!
Jenny was a pleasure to deal with afterwards as always. Sincere thanks to you both.
Attended an eye test this morning in…
Attended an eye test this morning in your Portadown branch. Elaine and Rachel were outstanding. Made me feel at ease as this is my first time with Mackeys.
When it came to choosing frames, the choice was unreal.
So many to choose from and all at affordable prices including designer frames.
Rachel helped me decide on frames that I totally loved the look of and size. It wasn’t until I put my other glasses on that I realised I’d picked a pair of frames with th Breast Cancer pink bow. It was definitely meant to be as I’m a survivor of Breast cancer and currently on treatment for the next few years.
Girls are friendly, sensitive, kind and very down to earth which I loved. Can’t wait to collect my new frames and I’ll be telling everyone to shop here in this family run buisness.
Very helpful friendly staff
Very helpful friendly staff, absolutely brilliant with children as well. Eye test and glasses are very fairly priced and they have a fantastic selection of glasses.
Everyone was very professional and…
Everyone was very professional and welcoming. Felt very comfortable with no pressure at all.
Have been having eyesore from Orla for…
Have been having eyesore from Orla for many years. Simply the best. Extremely thorough with clear explanations. Wouldn't go to anyone else.
Child’s eye test
We took our 3-year-old for her very first eye test at Mackeys Opticians and had such a positive experience. Rachel and Aaron were absolutely brilliant — so patient, kind and reassuring, and they really put her at ease. They handled everything so well and made what could have been a daunting visit feel calm and friendly. We’re very grateful and wouldn’t hesitate to recommend them.
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