A thorough exam.
Eye Exams →
Comprehensive exams with Dr. Gail Robinson. Screening for glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration.
Your family eye doctor in Montgomery Mall.
- Curated shortlist of high-end designer frames & lenses
- Unhurried, thorough eye exams with Dr. Gail Robinson
- An expert optician fits your glasses, not a salesperson
Lifetime adjustmentsFriendly staffFamily owned and operated
From our patients
Dr. Robinson is both caring and professional. She is very patient in her exams and asks the right questions to understand the patient’s full condition - we even discussed the eye allergies that affect my vision.
Hours & location
Plan your visit to Montgomery Mall.
7101 Democracy Boulevard
Bethesda, MD20817
Walk-ins welcome. Eye exams by appointment.
- Monday
- 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
- Thursday
- 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
- Friday
- 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
- Saturday
- 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
- Sunday
- 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Parking & getting around
We are located inside Montgomery Mall at Democracy Boulevard and Westlake Drive, just off the I-270 spur.
Best parking: Park in the Nordstrom Garage (Garage G) or the surface parking lots directly adjacent to the Nordstrom department store. Parking remains completely free.
Closest entrance: Enter through the Nordstrom mall-wing doors (located near Arhaus and The Cheesecake Factory on the lower level, or the upper-level garage entrance corridor).
Inside the mall: The store is located on the upper level of the Nordstrom Wing, positioned in the corridor near retailers like J.Crew, Abercrombie & Fitch, and Lilly Pulitzer.
Efficient route: If you park on the lower level, enter past Arhaus, walk toward the Nordstrom corridor center courtyard, and take the escalator up to the upper level. If you park on the upper garage deck, walk straight past the Nordstrom mall-facing entrance directly into the upper level shopping corridor.
Walk-ins always welcome
Frame adjustments, minor repairs, and browsing the collection never need an appointment. Walk in any time we are open and we will take care of you, usually while you wait.
Meet your optometrist
Dr. Gail Robinson, O.D.
Dr. Gail Robinson, O.D.
Neighborhoods we serve
North Potomac, Rockville, Bethesda, & beyond.
- North Potomac: Take I-270 South to Exit 1 (Democracy Blvd). Merge right onto westbound Democracy Blvd, turn right at the first traffic light onto Westlake Drive, and turn right into the Nordstrom garage.
- Potomac: Head east on Democracy Boulevard straight toward the mall, turn left onto Westlake Drive, and take an immediate left into the Nordstrom surface lot or garage.
- Rockville: Take I-270 South to Exit 1 (Democracy Blvd). Keep right at the fork to loop onto westbound Democracy Blvd, turn right onto Westlake Drive, and make an immediate right into the Nordstrom garage.
- North Bethesda: Take Tuckerman Lane west, cross over the I-270 spur, turn left onto Westlake Drive, and turn left into the Nordstrom garage structure just before reaching Democracy Blvd.
Eye care services available
Every service we offer, under one roof.
The deepest collection.
Designer Eyewear →
Lindberg, Tom Ford, Mykita, Cartier, Oliver Peoples - plus the only Zero G titanium in the DC area.
Even tricky eyes.
Contact Lenses →
Specialty fits for complex prescriptions, astigmatism, and multifocal needs - including hard-to-fit referrals.
Made by hand.
Prescription Lenses →
Premium digital lens designs from Essilor and Zeiss, tailored to how you spend your day.
A real diagnosis.
Dry Eyes Treatment →
Doctor-led tear-film evaluation, gland assessment, and prescription therapy - not just over-the-counter drops.
Walk-in repair.
Repairs & Adjustments →
Free lifetime adjustments on Voorthuis frames, screw and nose pad replacement, deep cleaning - usually while you wait.
From Google reviews
What neighbors say about Montgomery Mall.
★★★★★
Great Optometrist and good selection of high-end frames! Dr. Robinson is a very thorough and knowledgeable optometrist. Her smart explanation of my son’s prescription gave me the words and reasons I needed to override his resistance to wearing glasses.
★★★★★
Very professional practice. Have had my complicated prescription filled at this store for many years and they always come out perfect!
Frequently asked
Montgomery Mall questions, plainly answered.
Do you accept vision insurance at Montgomery Mall?
We don't bill vision insurance plans, which is what lets us spend a full 45 minutes with every patient. We accept FSA and HSA, and provide an itemized invoice you can submit to your insurer for out-of-network reimbursement.
Where should I park when visiting this location?
Westfield Montgomery offers free parking in covered garages and surface lots on every side of the mall. No validation required. Park toward Nordstrom or Macy's for the closest entry to our location.
Are walk-ins welcome?
Yes. Walk in any time during mall hours for frame browsing, complimentary adjustments, and minor repairs. For comprehensive eye exams with Dr. Le or Dr. Robinson, call (301) 469-9058 to reserve your 45-minute time block.
How long does an eye exam take here?
A comprehensive eye exam usually takes about 45 minutes with your doctor. Plan for about an hour total including check-in and frame browsing.