Meet Chicago’s Most Dedicated Optical & Optometry Team!

Neighborhood Eye Care Experts

All of our staff live locally and are as dedicated to their community as they are to their professions. We prioritize our clients above all else, and we believe easygoing fun is the secret ingredient to our quality care. Whether we’re providing high-quality optometric care or matching you with that perfect pair of glasses, it’s always done with a genuine smile.

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Meet Our Founders: Mike Kogelis and Rasa Tamulavichus, O.D.

Co-founders Dr. Tamulavichus and Mike Kogelis created Big City Optical in 2017 when they decided to bring their ideal Chicago optometry practice to life. They envisioned a laid-back neighborhood shop where doctors knew the names of their clients, where appointments were convenient, and where everyone involved was having a great time. This ideal practice quickly became a Chicago staple, as our cozy neighborhood business now serves the community in 17 locations throughout the city.

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Meet Our Eye Doctors

Our community-oriented group of optometrists are all local to the Chicago area. All are experts in their field, love their community, and serve it with pride. This means that not only will they provide high-end expert eye care — but they will be warm, understanding, and considerate along the way.

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Dr. Alla Malishkevich, OD

Charu Patel, O.D.

Christine Ngo, O.D.

Dawn Lee, O.D.

George Constantinopoulos, O.D.

Jason Weubbe, O.D.

Jeress Pendleton, O.D.

Jessica Islam, O.D., M.P.H

Larisa Shleyfer-Vishnevskiy, O.D.

Maher Asim, O.D.

Mujahid Saeed, O.D.

Rasa Tamulavichus, O.D.

Richard Schrenzel, O.D.

Yesenia Magallanes, O.D.

Meet Our Opticians

Our opticians believe in the power of community, friendship, and exceptional care. You can trust every last one of our opticians to give your visit their full, unbridled attention. Whether we’re fitting your children for their first pair of glasses or helping you find a new pair of shades, you can expect a fun-filled experience.

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Find the Team Closest to You!

There are 17 Big City Optical stores located around Chicago. Each has its own personality, and a dedicated team of experts who are ready to serve all your eye care and eyewear needs.

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Annie Zou

2023-10-04

Needed to adjust my new glasses purchased somewhere else, and found this place. The guy who greeted me was super nice and he was able to help me adjust. I didn’t feel any dizziness after the adjustment. Highly recommend!

Hailee Talbot

2023-10-01

The staff here are so kind!! I came to get the nose pieces on my sunglasses fixed and they were so quick and accommodating. Highly recommend!

Charma Dudley

2023-09-13

I had a wonderful experience. Everyone was very helpful/professional!

Colby Brumit

2023-09-08

Had an eye exam and ordered new glasses as a first-time patient. Check-in, exam, and ordering all went flawlessly. Staff and doctor were very friendly. Loved that I did not need to have my pupils dilated! David recommended some great frames. Will definitely go back for my next exam.

Limor Gildenblatt

2023-09-05

I went to Big City Optical the other week and wanted to give a shout out to AJ! My youngest son snapped off a piece of my oldest son's glasses and he was able to put it back together and quickly. He was friendly and professional--definitely an asset to this place! Thank you AJ!!!

Jordan Maure

2023-09-01

Lost one of the screws in my glasses while cleaning them. All of the workers were so kind and answered any questions I had. Thank you so much! We will definitely continue going here!

Ryne Bennett

2023-08-30

I called and spoke to Ray at this location. I was calling because I was ordering a pair of prescription sunglasses and needed clarification on my prescription results and whatnot. She was extremely helpful during my interaction. She provided me what I needed on my call, but I had to call back for an additional question. Where I was expecting a level of annoyance for me to call right back, she was still extremely helpful and patient and provided me with all the information I needed. I really appreciated her professionalism and willingness to assist me.

Alex Slaughter

2023-08-29

I had a great, speedy experience with Big City Optical! The office is a great space and I was in and out within 30 minutes. AJ helped me out and did an excellent job. 10/10 recommend!

West Coast Melting Pot

2023-08-12

The staff is fabulous, they were so helpful and patient because I am obnoxiously fussy when it comes to my eyewear but it's difficult for me to see you when I don't have my glasses on. I left feeling confident that the staff helped me choose the frames that best suited my face without pushing expensive options. They genuinely took the time to help me find the frames that I like that we're also complementary to my Facial features. The selection was stellar, and the frames that are made it and house where affordable and stylish. I also had an eye exam and this was the first time I had an exam with such modern equipment. It was lovely, not having that puff of ere affordable and stylish. I also had an eye exam and this was the first time I had an exam with such modern equipment. It was lovely, not having that puff of air blow into my eye.