Lab Rabbit Optics

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Lab Rabbit Optics An eyewear brand + optical shop in Chicago, specializing in contemporary frames, prescription lenses OPEN BY PRIVATE APPOINTMENT ONLY!

Please make an appointment via www.labrabbit.com

Note: We DO NOT FIX broken eyeglasses. We also DO NOT do eye exams, you will need to bring your own prescription. We accept all flexible spending accounts and health savings accounts. Due to the possibility of breakage, we do not adjust eyewear that was not purchased here. Declared "Best Eyewear Shop in Chicago" by the Chicago Reader, Lab Rabbit Optics is an independent optical dispensary like no other. Located in beautiful Wicker Park, we specialize in prescription lenses, contemporary frames, and radical sunglasses. Our collection of over 400 unique frames is comprised of contemporary eyeglasses that you won't easily find elsewhere, from brands like Reiz, Shuron, Andy Wolf, Randolph Engineering, Yellows Plus, Article One, Kaneko Optical, Masahiro Maruyama, and Globe Specs. Owner/optician Coyote DeGroot holds an Advanced Certification from the American Board of Opticianry and will offer you experienced, intelligent advice. Taking into account your prescription and frame choice, we help choose the lens product that's best for you. Our approach toward eyewear is artisanal and educated, and we take the time to ensure an optimum balance of good looks, comfort, and clear vision.

A new box of fun frames from FACTORY900 just arrived, swipe thru ➡️ to check them out! Website is open for business 24/...
08/19/2026

A new box of fun frames from FACTORY900 just arrived, swipe thru ➡️ to check them out! Website is open for business 24/7, otherwise make an appointment via my website to visit the shop 🙏🏻

Anytime I get a box with this label, it’s good news. New heat from EYEVAN Official, swipe thru to see what’s inside! T...
07/31/2026

Anytime I get a box with this label, it’s good news. New heat from EYEVAN Official, swipe thru to see what’s inside! These are all available online and in-store 😊

Another gorgeous frame from ! Note the acetate/titanium double rim and Art Deco-inspired details. Now in stock on my we...
07/14/2026

Another gorgeous frame from ! Note the acetate/titanium double rim and Art Deco-inspired details. Now in stock on my website! 👓🇯🇵

Just unboxed a shipment of cool new stuff from YOSHINORI AOYAMA, swipe to see what was inside! 📦
07/06/2026

Just unboxed a shipment of cool new stuff from YOSHINORI AOYAMA, swipe to see what was inside! 📦

Back in stock! The “Ken” model from , a slightly oversized titanium P3 design. Lightweight, with a unique matte grey co...
06/22/2026

Back in stock! The “Ken” model from , a slightly oversized titanium P3 design. Lightweight, with a unique matte grey color 👽

MM-0025 is back in stock! Like all of his designs, it’s asymmetrical: the right and left lenses are slightly different...
05/22/2026

MM-0025 is back in stock! Like all of his designs, it’s asymmetrical: the right and left lenses are slightly different shapes. I got a few other things from him too, they’re on my website💀

Customs Cleared = SUCCESS! Eyeglasses are considered a medical device by the gov’t, so they need FDA clearance before I...
05/20/2026

Customs Cleared = SUCCESS! Eyeglasses are considered a medical device by the gov’t, so they need FDA clearance before I can receive them. Lots of cool new frames coming in this week, I’ll be posting them on my website. I typically post a new frame every day👨🏼‍💻

I’m happy to to welcome to the roster of cool brands I’ve assembled at the shop. The collection is huge and diverse, w...
03/23/2026

I’m happy to to welcome to the roster of cool brands I’ve assembled at the shop.

The collection is huge and diverse, with styles running the gamut from vintage-inspired to ultra-modern. The metal frames are titanium, and all the frames are handmade in Sabae, Japan.

I probably have the largest collection of Eyevan frames in the Midwest, so make an appointment and come check ‘em out!

I finally met Aoyama-san and Yamagishi-san from and ! It was a pleasure to meet both of these master designers after d...
03/09/2026

I finally met Aoyama-san and Yamagishi-san from and ! It was a pleasure to meet both of these master designers after doing business with them for so many years ☺️🇯🇵

Tariff update! I WILL NOT be raising my frame prices to offset the increased cost of bringing cool eyewear to the Unite...
02/25/2026

Tariff update! I WILL NOT be raising my frame prices to offset the increased cost of bringing cool eyewear to the United States from Japan, Europe, and Canada. My ordering schedule will be a little more infrequent however, so don’t sleep if you see something you like in my shop…it may be a long time before I can get it again.

(Here are some recent additions from the always impressive !)

Address

1104 N Ashland Avenue
Chicago, IL
60622

Telephone

+17739574733

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