From PlanetX

Address

The Rock Store
30354 Mulholland Hwy
Cornell, California 91301
Store Phone Number 818-889-1311
Office Phone Number 805-375-7432

History

Ed and Vern (Veronica) moved to Southern California from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania after WWII. They stumbled across this building, made entirely out of volcanic rock, which had been a stagecoach in the 1910's. They purchased this "Rock Store", in 1961, and created a small town grocery store out of it. As the years rolled by, many changes were taking place in this town of Cornell, CA.

Cornell started growing in population, which forced the development of major roadways connecting Mulholland Highway to the Pacific Coast. As people started flocking to this area, more and more people started taking notice of this small town store. Not only were carloads of people stopping by for cold refreshments, but motorcyclists began pouring in from all directions. They were drawn to the windy canyon roads, and of course the opportunity to really test out their riding skills.

As more and more people began frequenting this "pit stop," it became a landmark institution for the avid motorcyclist's community. Ed and Vern have built a reputation for the Rock Store as one of the top tourist destinations, and a hang out for the "who's who" of the motorcycling world. The Rock Store is the most famous motorcycle stop in Southern California and has been featured in many commercials, films, music videos, television productions and magazine photos.

Among the attractions are the rustic settings, celebrity sightings, hundreds of bikes to look at, poker runs, and of course the food and drinks. The Rock Store is most popular for their hefty breakfasts, BBQ Tri-tip Sandwiches, Teriyaki Chicken Sandwiches, Homemade Chili and Soups, and who can forget those ice cold beverages.

On any given weekend you can stop by and chat with the celebrities who frequent the Rock Store. There is always the interest of Jay Leno and "what is he going to ride up on today?". Jay enjoys bringing up any one of his latest "toys" so that everyone can see it. You can usually find him in the parking lot talking amongst the people. He'll be the first one to show you under the hood of his new truck, or help someone with repairs on their bike. Arnold Schwarzenegger often pops his head in for a quick bite, before spinning off into the canyons. Matt LeBlanc can be spotted hanging out on the patio with "friends." You really never know who you are going to see walk through the front door.

Review by wudles

The ride up Pacific Coast Highway is beautiful and might be the best part of the ride. The ride up Malibu Canyon Road is also quite scenic, but the last stretch on Mulholland Highway is treacherous -- especially with some riders trying to hurry you along by crowding you.

The restaurant is down to earth, and so are most of the people. Riders go from table to table and talk with everyone as if they are long-time friends, even with first timers like myself.

The Rock Store is well worth visiting, but I think I prefer Neptune's Net and Paradise Cove if I am going to trek from the South Bay to Malibu.