Nat Bailey | |
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Born | Saint Paul, Minnesota, U.S. | January 31, 1902
Died | March 27, 1978 Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada | (aged 76)
Occupation | Restaurateur |
Known for | Founder of White Spot |
Baseball career |
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Member of the Canadian | |
Baseball Hall of Fame | |
Induction | 2013 |
Nathaniel Ryal Bailey (January 31, 1902 – March 27, 1978), better known as Nat Bailey, was an American-born Canadian restaurateur, and the founder of White Spot restaurants. He is known for building the first drive-in restaurant in Canada, in 1928, and developing the first carhop tray. His chain of restaurants continues to thrive today.