Nat Bailey
Nat Bailey | |
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Bailey in 1961 | |
| Born | January 31, 1902 Saint Paul, Minnesota, U.S. |
| Died | March 27, 1978 (aged 76) Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada |
| Occupation | Restaurateur |
| Known for | Founder of White Spot |
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Baseball career | |
| 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.