Your closest Dresden Vision store is our Riverside location.
You can shop online anytime or book an eye test with our friendly team.
Optometrist & Eyewear for Corktown Residents
If you live in Corktown and need a reliable optometrist or high-quality eyewear, Dresden Vision Riverside is your closest full-service location. Even though we don’t have a physical store inside Corktown, our Riverside store provides eye exams, frame fittings, repairs, modular spare parts and sustainable eyewear designed for everyday comfort.
Corktown locals — young professionals, students, artists, new residents and city commuters — choose us for durable frames, fair pricing and fast delivery across Toronto’s east side.
Why Corktown Locals
Choose Dresden Vision
Our frames are designed to be lightweight, flexible and made from recyclable materials. Because of our modular design, every part of the frame can be individually replaced — making it an affordable and eco-friendly eyewear option long-term.
Prefer shopping from home?
Order eyewear, lenses or spare parts online and enjoy fast delivery directly to Corktown.
What our
customers say
I recently visited this location for an eye exam ( my first in many years) and I have to say it was a great experience from beginning to end. The front desk receptionists were friendly and helpful and Dr. Jana who performed the eye exam was thorough and efficient. The best part of it all was when I meant to follow up with my health card number regarding an eye specialist referral, Dr. Jana reached out to me promptly so she could get me in with the specialist ASAP which showed great attention to detail and concern for their patients. The price of the eye exam was also very reasonable. Don’t hesitate to make your appointment here!
I had a great experience with my contact lens refit with Dr. Jana. She made the whole process very comfortable and easy.
Best place if you are looking for prescription glasses. I got my glasses in 10 mins. Thank you Richard.
I've been a customer since they opened and have accumulated six pairs of prescription glasses (two sunglasses, four regular), with six different pairs of arms, and at least a dozen different pairs of pins. That's several hundred potential combinations! And the frames rarely change, so when my vision does, I just pop the new lenses into any of my old frames.
I had a great experience at Dresden with Richard and his colleagues - they were all very helpful, knowledgeable, and professional. I purchased multiple glasses (and lenses), and had the lenses in my own sunglasses replaced as well. I am *really* impressed with the quality and service they offer, and I wish everyone knew that you can get beautiful frames and quality lenses at an economical price. Apparently the frames also come with a long warranty and are almost unbreakable.
Such an awesome experience. Love the glasses Claudia was super helpful Be back for some more colours soon
Professional service. Great selection. Affordable Prices. What more can you ask for?
As usual, in and out quickly because the choices are uncomplicated. Very happy.
My wife and I loved the little Riverside location shop that has a true old school look and vibe. Cozy and colourful is an accurate description from our experience. Nafisa was super friendly, professional and helpful as she assisted us in our choice from their frame and colour options. The price point at Dresden is hard to beat. Definitely worth a closer look for anyone in need of great quality and affordable glasses!!
Excellent, friendly, knowledgeable service and the best price I have had for glasses. Large selection of frames and colors. They care about assisting their customers to purchase the proper glasses in fit, style and color..
Affordable Glasses We Offer
Our eyewear range suits Corktown’s mix of professionals, creatives, students and active urban residents.
Prescription Glasses
Precisely crafted lenses to give you crisp, everyday clarity.
Blue Light Filter Glasses
Ideal for remote workers, digital creators and anyone spending long hours on screens.
Reading Glasses
Perfect for reading, office tasks, studying or crafting.
Prescription Sunglasses
Your prescription paired with UV protection — great for outdoor days in Toronto.
Sunglasses
Durable UV protection for daily outdoor activities around Corktown.
Easy Ways for Corktown Residents to Get New Glasses
Book an Eye Exam
Visit our Riverside optometrist for a relaxed, detailed vision assessment.
Shop Eyewear Online
Browse modular, recyclable frames created in Australia.
Replace Lenses or Order Spare Parts
Get exactly what you need delivered quickly to Corktown.
Visit the Riverside Store
Only minutes away by TTC, biking or walking for adjustments, repairs and styling support.