Tucked in a corner in a tiny plaza off of Los Angeles Avenue in Moorpark, Calif. sits a family-run business that offers a unique way to spend an evening. “Butera’s Billiards” is a billiards hall that has been open in Moorpark since 2008. It is a second generation business operated by professional pool player Sal Butera and his wife Laurie.

They’ve been open a little over two years now and have enjoyed seeing a growing number of people coming in. Owner Sal Butera has seen an increase in several particular groups since opening in 2008.

“We’ve enjoyed a big increase in women players, couples, and a variety of groups that come in to have fun,” Butera said.

Other then having over 10 top-of-the-line pool tables, “Butera’s” entertainment offers darts, a few electronic games and a full bar with a wide variety of foods to fill the time while you wait for your next shot or a table of your own. On Wednesday nights they host karaoke where anyone can step up and sing a song in between games. In addition to having implemented karaoke, Butera’s is looking to expand.

“We plan to bring in bands on a regular basis, frequent appearances by top Pool celebrities, professional men and women and challenge matches,” Butera explained.

One thing that makes “Butera’s” unique is the fact that it’s the only place in Moorpark that can serve alcohol past 12 a.m. and stays open until 2 a.m. every night of the week.

Garret Clark, a 19-year-old undeclared major, has been frequenting “Butera’s” since it opened two years ago.

“Since I’ve been coming to “Butera’s” I’ve noticed more and more regulars each time I go,” Clark said.

Even though it wasn’t always “Butera’s Billiards,” it was previously another billiards hall. Upon purchasing the building, Sal and Laurie remodeled from the inside out. They added 10 Diamond pool tables, updated the bar and added food items to the menu, new lighting fixtures and collectible sports memorabilia that customers can purchase.

Sam Butera, 19, sees her parents’ business ownership as a great way to hang with friends and save some money in these hard times.

“I love it. It’s a lot of fun and I would take my friends there because it’s somewhere that has tons of things to do,” Sam said.

“Butera’s” is carving a nice niche for itself as a place where people of any age and any amount of experience with billiards can come to shoot some pool or just the breeze with unique people in a comfortable, family run setting.

For more info on rates and prices visit www.buterasbilliards.com or call (805) 523-3088.