Mackey Opticians Reviews 

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TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.9

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Considering 110 reviews, reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers frequently praise the friendly team for being extremely welcoming, patient, and professional during routine eye examinations. People also deeply appreciate the thoroughness of the clinical tests, noting that experts provide clear and understandable explanations throughout the entire visit. Consumers are consistently happy with the wonderful assistance received when selecting new glasses, frames, and specialized lenses. Reviewers often mention that staff members take ample time to ensure a comfortable fit and deliver outstanding personal advice. Many visitors state that they would not go anywhere else for their eye care needs due to this exceptional level of support.

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

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

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Went today (7/1026) for eyetest and new lenses, staff were excellent from start to finish, friendly and attentive to everything, Rachel and Niall couldn't have done anything more. Top notch. Patricia... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I had an appointment with the Church Lane, Belfast branch to have my regular eye test. It was carried out by Aaron who was very professional in everything he did, explaining to me in understandable te... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

We’ve been clients of Andrew for almost 15 years now, and the staff at Mackey Church Lane complement his skills perfectly. Rachel was fab ensuring the fit was perfect , the prescriptions were correct... See more


Company details

  1. Optician
  2. also in
  3. Contact Lenses Supplier
  4. Eye Care Center
  5. Glasses Store
  6. Hearing Aid Store

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For more than 75 years, Mackey Opticians has been helping generations of families across Northern Ireland look after their sight. As Northern Ireland's largest independent opticians, we combine advanced eye care technology with genuinely personal service. From routine eye examinations and children's eye care to specialist contact lenses and hearing care, our experienced teams are here to help you see and hear your best. With 14 practices across Northern Ireland, expert care is never far away. Our hard-working staff truly care about building longstanding relationships with each patient that attend our practices. We pride ourselves in professional, personal and tailored care for everyone, young and old. Your reviews are not only greatly appreciated but are monitored and read by our teams in branch, who love to hear about your experiences.


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Rachel Mackey Opticians Portadown

I was having headaches and struggling with focusing. I spoke to Rachel who recommended I have an eye exam. Rachel booked me in and I saw an optician called Anna who referred me to my GP and told me I needed to get glasses to wear driving at night or when my eyes were tired. Rachel got me sorted with a new pair of glasses that have a blue light filter and a pair of sunglasses that have my new prescription in them. Since wearing my new glasses my headaches have really improved and I have been seen by my GP. I would recommend Mackey Opticians to anyone - brilliant service from both girls! Thank you so much.

August 10, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Glen road

Everytime make an appointment the girls who work in the Glen road optician's can't do enough for myself plus other members of my family. Have been attending the same opticians for many year's and can't thank them enough always sort any problems with my glasses.

July 18, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great experience

Took my mum for her sight test which was performed by Aaron who was extremely patient and explained everything thoroughly. He then helped my mum up the steps (who had broken her hip at Christmas) to make sure she was she got up ok and then Chloe was very good at picking frames for mum. The great experience was then rounded off with picking her glasses up with James who as always is a real gentleman and always smiling. This review is for Holywood Arches branch.

July 15, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Service and Value at Woodstock Rd Branch

From the moment I stepped through the door I felt valued and looked after. Roseanne spent time helping me choose the perfect frames - I think I tried nearly every frame in the store! The optometrist was very thorough, explained each step of the process and answered all my questions.
I went with the buy one get one ½ price deal for two pairs of varifocals. They're top quality and didn't break my budget. I've definitely become a loyal customer on Mackey Opticians on Woodstock Road.

July 22, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I made an appointment with Mackeys and…

I made an appointment with Mackeys and was very fortunate that Rita was there. She made the appointment at a time convenient to myself and then on the day of the appointment I got a friendly telephone reminder again from Rita. I attended the appointment and was made very comfortable as I awaited to see the Optician. The Optician was not a local person but was easily understood and was very professional. He was very thorough and told me that the sight in one of my eyes had deteriorated since my last review. At the end of my check up I was again handed over to Rita who went through a number of options and prices in helping me choose new eyewear. I have been attending this Opticians from I was younger and Rita always appears to have been there. She is very professional and always demonstrates a can do attitude. Mackeys on the Glen Road in Belfast will always be my first choice for Opthalmic Services.

July 14, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great friendy Service

My wife and i have been going to Mackey opticians Glen road branch for nearly 20 years. i recently got new glasses for driving, great friendly service from Rita, Orla & Sheila very professional and great help in choosing new frames, would definitely recommend.

July 8, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Excellent Service

Both my husband and I have been looking to replace our glasses for a while. I booked us both an appointment to get our eyes tested at Ma keys Ormeau road branch.
On arrival we were welcomed by a women called Sharon.
Sharon was fantastic advising us on what type of glasses suited our face shape.
We then had our eye test and Sorcha was excellent, explained everything she was doing and was very polite and made us feel at ease.
We have now collected our glasses and the car moments we are getting from people is amazing.
So I just wanted to again pay a big thank you to Sharon and Sorcha, what an amazing team you have.
I have told everyone about the amazing, friendly and expert advise we received.

June 2, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Non prescription sunglases

Called into Church Lane branch last week to get a pair of non prescription sunglasses. Staff were very helpful. Spoke with Rachel who was extremely helpful and knowledgeable.
Gave me the opportunity and time to try on as many different styles of glasses as I wished until I got the right pair.
Also got a second pair on offer , completely different design so have alternative
Would strongly recommend calling in
Good selection of sun glasses, branded and non and very friendly, helpful staff...thank you ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️

June 13, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Sunglasses Mackey’s Optician Church Lane …

Sunglasses Mackey’s Church Lane Belfast
I wanted a pair of quality sunglasses for driving and was impressed with the huge range in store.
The shop had literally hundreds of glasses.
The selection was very wide from modern sports brands to well known classics.
Rachel was very friendly and attentive and had selected around a dozen examples that she thought suited the shape of my face.
Rachel took the time to adjust each set and we quickly narrowed it down to a pair of aviators or Oakleys.
Rachel then even took the time and adjusted my reading glasses that I had sat on !
Rachel's knowledge of sunglasses was impressive going into the fine grain detail of the lens technology and the benefits of a polarised lens.
Excellent customer service with very friendly attentive staff. Highly recommended.

May 9, 2025
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great Opticians

This is my third time using this optician and I wouldn’t go anywhere else, the staff are so friendly and very helpful Sorcha the optician was so nice and gave me advice on an eye condition I have and how best to treat it and Sharon the receptionist helped me chose the right frames for my face. Both really know their stuff and I’d recommend them to anyone they also have a good selection of frames to choose from to suit all budgets. Thanks so much guys I look forward to receiving my new glasses soon.

May 8, 2025
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Reply from Mackey Opticians

Thank you for the great review Andrea

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Just had my routine eye test in the…

Just had my routine eye test in the Ormeau branch and from the minute you walk in Sharon makes you feel so welcome and Sorcha the optician was just lovely as well ..thank you so much Sharon and Sorcha

May 8, 2025
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Reply from Mackey Opticians

Thanks you for your lovely review of our Ormeau branch Seaneen!

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Absolutely fantastic service

Absolutely fantastic service, would thoroughly recommend, this opticians. Both members of staff were extremely knowledgeable and professional.
Sorcha provided a 1st class eye test, very patient , and went above and beyond to make me feel very at ease and relaxed .
Working in the Belfast Trust I understand the importance of quality of care
Sorcha excelled.
Many Thanks also to Sharon who helped me with my choice of glasses and lenses
Her advise was 2nd to none
I will be recommending Mackeys to all my professional colleagues in The Belfast Trust.
Many Thanks again to Sorcha and Sharon

April 28, 2025
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Reply from Mackey Opticians

Thank you for taking the time to review your experience, we are proud to be able to offer eye care to the Belfast trust team

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Church lane branch

Recently visited the church lane branch for pain in the eye. Rachel D got us seen same day, and Richard Mackey took the appointment. Couldn't be happier with the service, staff are incredible. Highly recommend.

April 18, 2025
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Reply from Mackey Opticians

Thanks so much for your lovely review for Richard and Rachel

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Mackay Cookstown

Have been a regular for quite a while always found staff very pleasant and helpful.
Explained all to help me understand and what to do if certain problems persist.

April 12, 2025
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Reply from Mackey Opticians

thanks James for the kind words about our Cookstown team we appreciate your review

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