Your Chevy Chase eye doctor, on Wisconsin Ave.
- Curated shortlist of high-end designer frames & lenses
- Unhurried, thorough eye exams with Dr. Aninakwah & Le
- Lenses cut and finished in our own on-site lab
Lifetime adjustmentsFriendly staffFamily owned and operated
From our patients
I’m glad I found this optician. They listen to what matters to you and make sure you’re happy with what you get. I’m beginning to get cataracts, and they have been helpful about understanding the progression and how to manage it. I won’t go anywhere else.
Hours & location
Plan your visit to Chevy Chase.
5454 Wisconsin Avenue
Chevy Chase, MD20815
Walk-ins welcome. Eye exams by appointment.
- Monday
- 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Tuesday
- 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Wednesday
- 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Thursday
- 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Friday
- 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM
- Saturday
- 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
- Sunday
- Closed
Parking & transit
We’re on the ground floor of the Barlow Building at 5454 Wisconsin Avenue, between Jenifer Street and Wisconsin Circle.
Metered street parking lines Wisconsin Avenue and the surrounding blocks during business hours; the Chevy Chase Pavilion garage is a short walk away for covered hourly parking.
The Friendship Heights Metro on the Red Line is a short walk south, with Metrobus routes along Wisconsin Avenue stopping a block from our door.
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 optometrists
Experienced optometrists who know your eyes.
Dr. Trang Le, O.D.
Neighborhoods we serve
The Wisconsin Avenue corridor, from Friendship Heights to Bethesda.
- Somerset: Head east on Dorset Avenue, turn right (south) onto Wisconsin Avenue, and pull into the building plaza on the right.
- Downtown Bethesda: Head south on Wisconsin Avenue for about 5 minutes, cross Bradley Boulevard, and the building will be on your right just before Willard Avenue.
- Friendship Heights: Drive north on Wisconsin Avenue for two blocks, cross Willard Avenue, and make a U-turn to access the building plaza on the west side.
- Tenleytown & AU Park: Drive north on Wisconsin Avenue straight through Friendship Heights, cross the DC/Maryland state line (Western Avenue), and the building is on your left just past Willard Avenue.
- Chevy Chase DC: Drive northwest on Western Avenue, turn right (north) onto Wisconsin Avenue, and the building is on your left just past Willard Avenue.
- Chevy Chase Village: Head west on Oliver Street or Grafton Street, turn left (south) onto Wisconsin Avenue, and the building is immediately on your right.
Eye care services available
Every service we offer, under one roof.
A thorough exam.
Eye Exams →
Comprehensive exams with Dr. Denise Aninakwah and Dr. Trang Le. Screening for glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration.
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 Chevy Chase.
★★★★★
I loved it! The whole process of the vision test and the frame selection was a great experience. Thank you, Brian and the team.
★★★★★
Dr. Le is very thorough and her prescription are spot on, and at the same time she is efficient and quick. And the glass specialists are excellent. Brian always suggests the perfect glasses and fit.
Frequently asked
Chevy Chase questions, plainly answered.
Do you accept vision insurance at the Chevy Chase location?
We don't bill vision insurance directly. That independence is what lets us spend a full 45 minutes per exam. We accept FSA and HSA, and provide itemized receipts and any documentation your insurer needs for out-of-network reimbursement.
Where should I park when visiting this location?
Metered street parking lines Wisconsin Avenue and the surrounding blocks during business hours. The Chevy Chase Pavilion garage is a short walk away for covered hourly parking. Many patients arrive via Friendship Heights Metro on the Red Line.
Are walk-ins welcome?
Yes. Walk in any time during business hours for frame browsing, complimentary adjustments, and minor repairs. For comprehensive eye exams, call (301) 656-2453 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.