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South Coast Optometry

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949 S Coast Dr Ste 155
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63/100
Mixed

Strong is 80 or better. Under 40 is weak. Half of eye care centers in the registry score 40–59.

Verified July 16, 2026

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South Coast Optometry — Costa Mesa, California
South Coast Optometry · 949 S Coast Dr Ste 155

What AI says about South.1

We ask the assistants the questions customers actually ask, and record what comes back — quoted verbatim, dated, with the capture kept as evidence.

ChatGPT

Not named

Asked “best optometrist in Costa Mesa”

ChatGPT answered with other businesses. South Coast Optometry was not mentioned.

Checked July 16, 2026

Perplexity

Named ✓

Asked “best optometrist in Costa Mesa”

“ps Insight Vision Center Optometry 4.9 Pacific Coast Optometry 4.9 Grant Optometric Group 5.0 OC Eye Designs Optometry 4.9 One EyeCare 4.9 OC Optometry Group 4.9 Nu View Optometric Center 4.8 South Coast Optometry 4.6 Newport Beach Optometry.”

Checked July 16, 2026

Gemini

Not named

Asked “best optometrist in Costa Mesa”

Gemini answered with other businesses. South Coast Optometry was not mentioned.

Checked July 16, 2026

Named by 1 of 3 assistants as of July 16, 2026.

Reputation

What they’re known for.2

Drawn from live Google search results — the searches this business surfaces for when people look nearby. What its customers say is a separate read, below.

South Coast Optometry excels in providing detailed eye exams and specialized care for conditions like dry eyes and MGD, backed by a knowledgeable team and advanced technology.

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What people keep saying.3

Every review this business has, read and distilled — the mood, the consistent praise, and the recurring complaints.

Customers appreciate the thorough and personalized care at South Coast Optometry, often highlighting the expertise of Dr. Quon and Dr. Yoo. Many mention the advanced technology used during exams and the attentive support from staff like Sheila, creating a welcoming environment for eye care.

Consistently praised

Dr. Quon and Dr. Yoo's thorough examinations
Sheila's exceptional customer service
Latest eye care technology
Personalized care plans
Wide selection of eyewear

Recurring complaints

High costs and unexpected charges
Long wait times during appointments
Inconsistent customer service from front desk staff

The bottom line: South Coast Optometry stands out for its advanced technology and dedicated optometrists, though some customers report issues with pricing transparency.

South Coast Optometry — Costa Mesa, California
South Coast Optometry · 949 S Coast Dr Ste 155

The score, explained

Why 63.4

Eight signals make up the AI Score. Weight is how much a signal counts; the score is how this entry measures on it. The same method for every business — never for sale.

Higher than 85% of eye care centers in the registry.

Scanned July 16, 2026

SignalScore /100
Retrieval groundingWhether you appear in the ranked results AI retrieves and cites — AI-Overview citations, organic top-10 for your money queries, and the Bing index ChatGPT leans on.
100
Off-property attestationVolume and consistency of what others say about you — YouTube mentions, branded web mentions, third-party “best-of” lists. The cause of retrievability.
41
AI visibilityWhether ChatGPT, Gemini, Perplexity, and AI Overviews name you — and for the right service.
33
Reviews & responseNot just star average — volume, velocity, the specificity of review language, and response cadence. Specific reviews are what AI quotes verbatim.
91
Backlink & citation authorityDomain authority and editorial quality of the sources that attest to you.
55
Google Business ProfileRequired and recommended fields; update cadence. The listing AI pulls from first.
90
Speed & mobileCore Web Vitals at the 75th percentile, on a real phone.
65
Content freshness & schemaCrawl recency, intent alignment, valid JSON-LD, canonicals.
61

What’s holding this entry back: off-property attestation and ai visibility — the signals dragging the score below where the rest of the record sits.

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Standing

Where the entry ranks.

1st

of 4 eye care centers in Costa Mesa, ranked by AI Score.

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South Coast Optometry — Costa Mesa, California
South Coast Optometry · 949 S Coast Dr Ste 155

The facts

Address949 S Coast Dr Ste 155, Costa Mesa, CA 92626, USA
Hours
Today (Mon) · 10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Monday10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • TuesdayClosed
  • Wednesday10:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Thursday9:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Friday10:00 AM – 6:00 PM
  • Saturday9:00 AM – 5:00 PM
  • SundayClosed
Phone(714) 540-2020
Websitesouthcoastoptometry.com
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Questions

About South Coast Optometry.

What are the operating hours of South Coast Optometry?

South Coast Optometry operates Monday from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM, Wednesday from 10:00 AM to 7:00 PM, Thursday from 9:00 AM to 6:00 PM, Friday from 10:00 AM to 6:00 PM, and Saturday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM. The clinic is closed on Tuesday and Sunday.

Does South Coast Optometry accept reservations?

No, South Coast Optometry does not accept reservations for appointments.

What is South Coast Optometry known for?

South Coast Optometry is known for its exceptional eye care services, including thorough examinations and specialized treatments for various eye conditions, as well as a friendly and knowledgeable staff.

Is parking available at South Coast Optometry?

Yes, there is parking available at South Coast Optometry for patients visiting the clinic.

What special features does South Coast Optometry offer?

South Coast Optometry offers advanced eye care technology and personalized treatment plans, with a focus on long-term eye health and patient education.

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