About Us

Dietz-McLean Optical is a multigenerational, family-owned, and operated optical shop that provides extraordinary eyewear for the San Antonio community.

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Your Local Glasses People for Over 80 Years

Eyeglasses mean a lot to our family: they’re a precision tool you rely on every day. They’re your most-worn fashion statement. And they’ve been the keystone of our family business for over 80 years.

Simply put, we’re frames fanatics — and we have the know-how and work ethic to find you a pair that fits perfectly, looks incredible and makes you fall in love with eyewear too.

Our Mission

It’s simple: everything we do is for your satisfaction, even when you don’t see us doing it. Between our expansive range of independent and designer frames, personable opticians and eyewear shopping experience, generous Fair Value Plan, and comprehensive warranties, we can deliver outstanding glasses and unrivaled peace of mind. What others may consider “premium” is simply our standard.
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Our Roots Run Deep

The eyewear industry has evolved a lot since Dietz-McLean Optical opened its doors in 1938, but one thing that hasn’t changed is our commitment to providing exceptional eyeglasses for our neighbors. Our family’s history in lens manufacturing and opticianry has provided us with decades of unmatched experience — whether we’re selecting your most flattering frames or perfecting your lenses, we know how to determine what you need and execute on it.

Historically Great Service

“Mac” Starts His Optical Career

Mac, Drake and Cliff McLean’s grandfather, began his career in the optical industry as a delivery boy for the American Optical Company at the young age of 13. He was introduced to the field by his older brother, Edward, who was working in a lens lab.

Dietz-McLean Optical Founded

The practice you know today as Dietz-McLean Optical goes way back but has always been at home in San Antonio. Our customer-first focus and commitment to quality eyewear started here, with a lens lab from day one!

The McLeans Contribute to The War Effort

When the U.S. entered WWII, each soldier was assigned two pairs of glasses. “Mac” ran a large lens-production operation and was one of the first to hire women into the optical industry.

Jim McLean Starts at Dietz-McLean Optical

The son of “Mac,” Jim McLean would eventually rise to the position of Chairman.

Our Temple Location Opens

One of our earlier expansions, Temple serves clients to this day.

Refocusing on Retail

As we expanded, we were faced with a choice: continue our wholesale business to serve more people or focus on retail and our local communities. We chose the latter, recommitting to taking care of our customers first.

Convenient Referrals

Want new glasses but need an updated prescription? We connect patients with reliable, local eye doctors through our convenient referral network. Our family has worked with these doctors for years and can vouch for their expertise — bringing you that much closer to healthy vision in frames you love.

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OldMan &theZ
July 9, 2026
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The staff is excellent. Kayla was super helpful. I needed assistance with the temple ends on a vintage pair of Rayban glasses. She replaced them perfectly. She also adjusted them to fit my face better than they were prior. I will return to Dietz-McLean for all of my optical requirements. Thanks Kayla for the top notch service.
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Angie Braswell
June 27, 2026
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The staff at Dietz McLean are friendly, knowledgeable and pros at helping me find the perfect frame! I have bought many pairs of glasses from them over the past 15 years and I have always been so happy with my new glasses! I highly recommend using them!
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Grumpy Old Man 83
May 29, 2026
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Outstanding optical shop --- been trading with DM since 1978 when they opened a shop in Corpus Christi. The Lincoln Heights Store continues that excellence with very knowledgeable employees and superior service!
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Jerry Smith
May 8, 2026
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The absolute best in San Antonio! My wife and I have been customers for many, many years. Their customer service is always outstanding and NO has a better warranty than Dietz !!!!! Great selections for men an women of all ages as well. They are the BEST!!!! Jerry & Lida Smith
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Dawn Ivone
February 28, 2026
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No one has ever been able to get my prescription correct. Dietz-McLean gets it correct every singe time. They are amazing.
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Frank Russell
February 25, 2026
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Linda was excellent as always and handled my purchase very professionally and expeditiously.
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Veronica Correa
February 18, 2026
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Linda ALWAYS does an amazing job! Have been going to Dietz-McLean for years because of her attention to detail. She is always available for adjustments too. Highly recommend them!
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shahar ganache
February 14, 2026
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Ultra professional service. Linda is a pro!!!
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Nina Ekstein
February 13, 2026
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Linda is great! Here excellent taste and outstanding customer care have kept me coming back for a couple of decades. I tell all my friends about her and the store.
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Guillermo Nicolas
February 11, 2026
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I have been a client for many years and have always had great service. I just picked up 5 pair of eye glasses and they fit them well and got the prescription perfectly.