In-House Lab
High-Quality Eye Care and Advanced Optical Solutions
Premium Eyewear. Crafted Here. Ready Tomorrow.
Faster glasses.
Better quality.
When your lenses are made on-site, we control every step. Our opticians measure, cut, edge, and verify each lens before it goes into your frame. If something isn't right, we fix it immediately, no shipping it back across the country, no starting the wait over again.
Most single-vision prescriptions are ready the same day or next day. Progressives and bifocals are typically done within two business days. We keep a wide range of lens materials in stock so we can start your order the moment you choose your frame.
Our work has been trusted by those who can't afford to get it wrong. For nearly 20 years, Mountain West Optical was the lens fabrication partner for Smith Optics, one of the most respected names in outdoor performance eyewear, a relationship built on precision and consistency that a national brand trusted with their product. We've also custom-fabricated ballistic-rated prescription lenses for military personnel and law enforcement for decades. That standard of quality doesn't change based on the order. It's what goes into every pair we make.
Why Patients in Twin Falls choose us
- In-house optical lab with same-day & next-day turnaround
- Same-day repairs for broken or damaged eyewear
- Prescription sunglasses — Maui Jim & Randolph Engineering
- Specialty: ballistic eyewear & ANSI Z87.1 safety glasses
- Hundreds of frames; expert opticians on staff
- 731 North College Road, Twin Falls, Idaho 83301
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Broken glasses? We fix them today.
Bent frame. Popped lens. Broken nose piece. Glasses don't break on a schedule. If you're searching for "broken glasses repair near me," bring them in. Our opticians will assess the damage and get to work, most repairs are done the same day.
We work on frames of all types and can replace lenses in your existing frames if your prescription is still current.
Have a frame you love, keep it.
Your frame is fine. Maybe your prescription changed. Maybe your lenses are scratched. Maybe you want to polarize them, add a tint, or convert your everyday glasses into prescription sunglasses. You don't need a new frame to get new lenses.
Bring in any frame, regardless of where you bought it, and we'll fit new lenses in our in-house lab. Same-day or next-day turnaround for most prescriptions. Our opticians will walk you through your lens options, coatings, and treatments before we start, so you know exactly what you're getting.
It's one of the most underused services in optical. We think it's one of our best.
Built for the Twin Falls Sun.
Sun in southern Idaho isn't subtle. Swapping between two pairs or squinting through clear lenses gets old fast. We make prescription sunglasses on-site with the same turnaround as our regular eyewear.
We carry Maui Jim, known for polarized lenses that eliminate glare and enhance color, and Randolph Engineering, American-made eyewear built to military and aviator standards. Our opticians match you with the right tint, polarization, and prescription for how you actually spend your time outside.
Built for the work you actually do
Ballistic Eyewear
Safety Glasses
A showroom worth visiting
Mountain West Optical carries one of the largest frame selections in the Twin Falls area, with a strong focus on higher-end designer and performance brands. Hundreds of styles, multiple price points, and 3–4 experienced opticians on staff to help you find what actually works, for your face, your prescription, and your life.
The people helping you pick your frame are the same people making your lenses. That connection matters.
Frequently Asked Questions
How fast can I get my glasses?
Most single-vision prescriptions are ready the same day or next day. Progressives and bifocals are typically done within two business days. Because we cut and finish lenses in our on-site lab, we're not waiting on a shipping cycle — we start your order the moment you choose your frame.
Can I get glasses the same day as my eye exam?
Yes, in most cases. If you bring your prescription in or have your exam records forwarded to us, we can usually have single-vision lenses ready the same day. Call ahead and we'll let you know what to expect based on your specific prescription.
Do you repair glasses you didn't sell me?
Absolutely. We work on frames of all types — bent frames, popped lenses, broken nose pieces, loose hinges. Most repairs are done the same day. We can also replace lenses in your existing frames if your prescription is current.
Where are you located?
We're at 731 North College Road, Twin Falls, Idaho 83301. Open Monday through Friday, 8am to 6pm. Saturday by appointment, give us a call to schedule.