Founded in 1978 by veteran Michael Ungaro, Metro Optics is a Bronx-centric company serving the community for over four decades. In order to fulfill its mission to provide world-class eye care right here in the Bronx, all Metro Optics locations (in Parkchester, Westchester Square, Hunts Point and Throggs Neck) are outfitted with state-of-the-art equipment for advanced testing and treatment of many eye conditions. Licensed optical professionals utilize tech-based measurement tools and offer the latest digital lenses, along with an extensive eyewear collection including 3D- scanned & printed frames, exclusive designer brands and independent lines. Styles from the Value selection are available for Virtual Try-On and purchase on the company’s e-commerce site, metroopticsonline.com.

Named among the Top 50 Small Businesses of NYC by 1010 WINS and an America’s Finest Optical Retailers finalist, Metro Optics is a frequent supporter of local nonprofits and small business development initiatives. Its leadership team are longtime, vocal members of the New Bronx Chamber of Commerce, and its staff hosts and participates in free events throughout the Bronx year-round, providing free vision screenings and eye health education to the public.

As part of its community relations program to expand access to comprehensive eye care, Metro also offers an affordable vision care package to patients who are uninsured, as well as group plans for local businesses and organizations.