I've worn glasses since I was four years old.  For most of my life, I've gotten specs at a local brick n mortar store.  During growing up years, it seemed like we were going in about every other month to straighten bent or broken frames.  Have spent a lot of dough there over the years, but probably mostly worth it.

For my last pair, we decided to try Zenni.  I have no complaints, so will probably go that route next time too.