Eye Doctor Open Saturday in Santa Ana
We are open Saturdays from 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM by appointment. If your weekday schedule makes it hard to get to the eye doctor, Saturday mornings are a convenient option for comprehensive exams, contact lens fittings, urgent eye care, and optical services. Saturday slots fill quickly — book ahead for your preferred time.
Reviewed by Dr. Alexander Bonakdar, OD — Updated July 2026
Saturday Hours
9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
By appointment only
801 N Tustin Ave, Ste 404, Santa Ana, CA 92705
Why Saturday Fills Fast
Saturday is a four-hour session — roughly half the slots of a weekday. Working professionals, parents with school-age children, and anyone who cannot take time off during the week all compete for the same limited openings.
Tip: Book 3–5 days ahead for the best time selection. If you need to be seen sooner, call us — cancellations open up frequently.
Available on Saturdays
Comprehensive Eye Exams
Full medical eye evaluation with refraction, disease screening, and retinal imaging.
Glasses Prescriptions
Updated prescription plus same-day frame selection from our in-office optical.
Contact Lens Fittings
Corneal measurements, trial lenses, and follow-up scheduling for new and existing wearers.
Urgent Eye Care
Red eye, eye pain, foreign bodies, sudden vision changes — urgent problems seen promptly.
Dry Eye Evaluation
Tear film analysis and meibomian gland imaging to diagnose chronic dry eye.
Pediatric Eye Exams
Children's vision screenings and exams — convenient for families with weekday school schedules.
Who Saturday Appointments Are For
Working professionals who cannot take time off during the week
Parents scheduling exams for school-age children
Students with weekday class schedules
Anyone who prefers weekend appointments for convenience
Need a pediatric eye exam on Saturday? Learn about our kids' eye care services →
Full Office Hours
Monday - Thursday: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Friday: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Saturday: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Sunday: Closed
Saturday Appointment FAQs
Do I need an appointment for Saturday?
Appointments are required for routine Saturday visits. Walk-ins are accepted for urgent eye care only. Saturday slots are limited (9:00 AM - 1:00 PM), so booking online or calling a few days ahead is recommended to get your preferred time.
What services are available on Saturday?
We offer comprehensive eye exams, glasses prescriptions, contact lens fittings, dry eye evaluations, and urgent eye care on Saturdays — the same services available during the week. Specialty procedures like IPL or LipiFlow are typically scheduled on weekdays.
Can I pick up glasses on Saturday?
Yes. Our optical is open during Saturday hours. You can pick up previously ordered glasses, browse frames, or order new eyewear after your exam. Same-day glasses are not available, but we can start the process at your Saturday visit.
Do you accept insurance on Saturdays?
Yes — all the same insurance plans accepted during the week apply on Saturdays, including VSP, EyeMed, Medicare, and most medical insurance. We verify your benefits before your appointment regardless of the day.
How far in advance should I book a Saturday appointment?
Saturday is our busiest short-session day. Booking 3–5 days ahead gives you the best time selection. Same-week Saturday openings do happen — call to check. Urgent eye problems are accommodated as quickly as possible any day of the week.
Book Your Saturday Eye Exam
Saturday slots are limited — book ahead for the best availability.