Lee's Drive-In in Shafter Showcases Busy Local Eatery
A feature on Lee's Drive-In at Tulare Avenue and Walker Street describes the popular Shafter restaurant opened June 3 1948 built by owner Lee Riley. Mrs Hazel Riley and staff of cooks kitchen helpers car-hops fountain girls run full service from 6 a.m. to 1 a.m. with diverse menus including steaks chicken and ice cream.
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Lee
Shafter Avenue
Riley
Kern County
Shafter
Arvin
Pumpkin Center
U.S
Hazel Riley
Bakersfield
Lee’s Drive-In
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