Buffalo Wild Wings (BWLD) 10-K 27 Feb 14 2013 FY Annual report Financial data

Document_And_Entity_Informatio

Document And Entity Information (USD $)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013	Feb. 10, 2014	Jun. 28, 2013
Document and Entity Information [Abstract]	'	'	'
Entity Registrant Name	'BUFFALO WILD WINGS INC	'	'
Document Type	'10-K	'	'
Current Fiscal Year End Date	'--12-29	'	'
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding	'	18,808,822	'
Entity Public Float	'	'	$1,800,000,000
Amendment Flag	'false	'	'
Entity Central Index Key	'0001062449	'	'
Entity Current Reporting Status	'Yes	'	'
Entity Voluntary Filers	'No	'	'
Entity Filer Category	'Large Accelerated Filer	'	'
Entity Well-known Seasoned Issuer	'Yes	'	'
Document Period End Date	29-Dec-13	'	'
Document Fiscal Year Focus	'2013	'	'
Document Fiscal Period Focus	'FY	'	'

Consolidated_Balance_Sheets

Consolidated Balance Sheets (USD $)	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Current assets:	'	'
Cash and cash equivalents	$57,502	$21,340
Marketable securities	7,584	9,579
Accounts receivable, net of allowance of $25	21,845	20,203
Inventory	9,492	7,820
Prepaid expenses	4,509	3,869
Refundable income taxes	4,329	4,122
Deferred income taxes	9,287	5,774
Restricted assets	68,208	52,829
Total current assets	182,756	125,536
Property and equipment, net	440,538	386,570
Reacquired franchise rights, net	33,403	37,370
Other assets	16,498	9,246
Goodwill	32,533	32,365
Total assets	705,728	591,087
Current liabilities:	'	'
Unearned franchise fees	1,818	1,763
Accounts payable	31,806	36,418
Accrued compensation and benefits	52,049	39,637
Accrued expenses	13,784	11,461
System-wide payables	67,017	51,564
Total current liabilities	166,474	140,843
Long-term liabilities:	'	'
Other liabilities	1,913	1,752
Deferred income taxes	37,822	37,128
Deferred lease credits	33,711	27,992
Total liabilities	239,920	207,715
Total liabilities and stockholders’ equity	705,728	591,087
Stockholders’ equity:	'	'
Common stock, no par value. Authorized 44,000,000 shares; issued and outstanding 18,803,663 and 18,623,370, respectively	133,203	121,450
Retained earnings	333,601	262,047
Accumulated other comprehensive loss	-996	-125
Total stockholders’ equity	$465,808	$383,372

Consolidated_Balance_Sheets_Pa

Consolidated Balance Sheets (Parentheticals) (USD $)	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012
In Thousands, except Share data, unless otherwise specified
Accounts receivable, allowance (in Dollars)	$25	$25
Undesignated stock, shares authorized	1,000,000	1,000,000
Undesignated stock, issued (in Dollars)	$0	$0
Common stock, shares authorized	44,000,000	44,000,000
Common stock, shares issued	18,803,663	18,623,370
Common stock, shares outstanding	18,803,663	18,623,370

Consolidated_Statements_of_Ear

Consolidated Statements of Earnings (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, except Share data, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012	Dec. 25, 2011
Revenue:	'	'	'
Restaurant sales	$1,185,351	$963,963	$717,395
Franchise royalties and fees	81,368	76,567	67,083
Total revenue	1,266,719	1,040,530	784,478
Costs and expenses:	'	'	'
Cost of sales	363,755	303,653	203,291
Labor	360,302	289,167	215,649
Operating	174,338	141,417	109,654
Occupancy	68,394	54,147	44,005
Depreciation and amortization	84,978	67,462	49,913
General and administrative	96,182	84,149	72,689
Preopening	14,647	14,630	14,564
Loss on asset disposals and impairment	3,262	3,291	1,929
Total costs and expenses	1,165,858	957,916	711,694
Income from operations	100,861	82,614	72,784
Investment income	674	754	118
Earnings before income taxes	101,535	83,368	72,902
Income tax expense	29,981	26,093	22,476
Net earnings	$71,554	$57,275	$50,426
Earnings per common share – basic (in Dollars per share)	$3.81	$3.08	$2.75
Earnings per common share – diluted (in Dollars per share)	$3.79	$3.06	$2.73
Weighted average shares outstanding – basic (in Shares)	18,770,317	18,582,205	18,337,433
Weighted average shares outstanding – diluted (in Shares)	18,872,165	18,704,662	18,483,097

Consolidated_Statements_of_Com

Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012	Dec. 25, 2011
Net earnings	$71,554	$57,275	$50,426
Other comprehensive income (loss):	'	'	'
Foreign currency translation adjustments, net of tax	-871	170	-286
Other comprehensive income (loss), net of tax	-871	170	-286
Comprehensive income	$70,683	$57,445	$50,140

Consolidated_Statements_of_Sto

Consolidated Statements of Stockholders' Equity (USD $)	Common Stock [Member]	Retained Earnings [Member]	Accumulated Other Comprehensive Income (Loss) [Member]	Total
In Thousands
Balance at December at Dec. 26, 2010	$102,484	$154,346	($9)	$256,821
Balance at December (in Shares) at Dec. 26, 2010	18,214,065	'	'	'
Net earnings	'	50,426	'	50,426
Other comprehensive loss	'	'	-286	-286
Shares issued under employee stock purchase plan	1,373	'	'	1,373
Shares issued under employee stock purchase plan (in Shares)	30,127	'	'	'
Shares issued from restricted stock units (in Shares)	142,797	'	'	'
Units effectively repurchased for required employee withholding taxes	-6,530	'	'	-6,530
Units effectively repurchased for required employee withholding taxes (in Shares)	-45,539	'	'	'
Exercise of stock options	337	'	'	337
Exercise of stock options (in Shares)	36,470	'	'	'
Excess tax benefit from stock issued	4,462	'	'	4,462
Stock-based compensation	11,383	'	'	11,383
Balance at December at Dec. 25, 2011	113,509	204,772	-295	317,986
Balance at December (in Shares) at Dec. 25, 2011	18,377,920	'	'	'
Net earnings	'	57,275	'	57,275
Other comprehensive loss	'	'	170	170
Shares issued under employee stock purchase plan	1,550	'	'	1,550
Shares issued under employee stock purchase plan (in Shares)	26,742	'	'	'
Shares issued from restricted stock units (in Shares)	275,935	'	'	'
Units effectively repurchased for required employee withholding taxes	-7,112	'	'	-7,112
Units effectively repurchased for required employee withholding taxes (in Shares)	-96,135	'	'	'
Exercise of stock options	1,233	'	'	1,233
Exercise of stock options (in Shares)	38,908	'	'	'
Excess tax benefit from stock issued	4,151	'	'	4,151
Stock-based compensation	8,119	'	'	8,119
Balance at December at Dec. 30, 2012	121,450	262,047	-125	383,372
Balance at December (in Shares) at Dec. 30, 2012	18,623,370	'	'	'
Net earnings	'	71,554	'	71,554
Other comprehensive loss	'	'	-871	-871
Shares issued under employee stock purchase plan	1,839	'	'	1,839
Shares issued under employee stock purchase plan (in Shares)	26,612	'	'	'
Shares issued from restricted stock units (in Shares)	177,041	'	'	'
Units effectively repurchased for required employee withholding taxes	-7,728	'	'	-7,728
Units effectively repurchased for required employee withholding taxes (in Shares)	-61,312	'	'	'
Exercise of stock options	675	'	'	675
Exercise of stock options (in Shares)	37,952	'	'	25,391
Excess tax benefit from stock issued	5,471	'	'	5,471
Stock-based compensation	11,496	'	'	11,496
Balance at December at Dec. 29, 2013	$133,203	$333,601	($996)	$465,808
Balance at December (in Shares) at Dec. 29, 2013	18,803,663	'	'	'

Consolidated_Statements_of_Cas

Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012	Dec. 25, 2011
Cash flows from operating activities:	'	'	'
Net earnings	$71,554	$57,275	$50,426
Adjustments to reconcile net earnings to cash provided by operations:	'	'	'
Depreciation	79,881	64,154	49,003
Amortization	5,097	3,308	910
Loss on asset disposals and impairment	3,253	2,883	1,680
Deferred lease credits	5,247	4,322	3,632
Deferred income taxes	-2,209	-835	12,816
Stock-based compensation	11,496	8,119	11,383
Excess tax benefit from stock issuance	-5,471	-4,151	-4,462
Change in operating assets and liabilities, net of effect of acquisition:	'	'	'
Trading securities	-1,287	-992	-317
Accounts receivable	-2,012	-11,797	-1,222
Inventory	-1,581	-1,088	-1,840
Prepaid expenses	-647	-46	20
Other assets	-1,218	-2,071	-2,550
Unearned franchise fees	55	-89	-257
Accounts payable	-1,467	3,172	17,676
Income taxes	5,264	7,590	3,267
Accrued expenses	13,405	15,434	8,095
Net cash provided by operating activities	179,360	145,188	148,260
Cash flows from investing activities:	'	'	'
Acquisition of property and equipment	-138,735	-130,542	-130,127
Purchase of marketable securities	'	-132,140	-97,148
Proceeds of marketable securities	3,282	163,509	114,337
Acquisition of businesses/investments in affiliates	-10,288	-43,580	-33,744
Net cash used in investing activities	-145,741	-142,753	-146,682
Cash flows from financing activities:	'	'	'
Proceeds from line of credit	5,000	'	'
Repayments of line of credit	-5,000	'	'
Issuance of common stock	2,514	2,783	1,709
Excess tax benefit from stock issuance	5,471	4,151	4,462
Tax payments for restricted stock units	-4,946	-8,522	-2,481
Net cash provided by (used in) financing activities	3,039	-1,588	3,690
Effect of exchange rate changes on cash and cash equivalents	-496	-37	-47
Net increase in cash and cash equivalents	36,162	810	5,221
Cash and cash equivalents at beginning of year	21,340	20,530	15,309
Cash and cash equivalents at end of year	$57,502	$21,340	$20,530

Note_1_Nature_of_Business_and_

Note 1 - Nature of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies

12 Months Ended

Dec. 29, 2013

Accounting Policies [Abstract]

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Organization, Consolidation and Presentation of Financial Statements Disclosure and Significant Accounting Policies [Text Block]

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(1) Nature of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies

(a) Nature of Business

References in these financial statement footnotes to “company”, “we”, “us”, and “our” refer to the business of Buffalo Wild Wings, Inc. and our subsidiaries. We were organized for the purpose of operating Buffalo Wild Wings® restaurants, as well as selling Buffalo Wild Wings restaurant franchises. In exchange for the initial and continuing franchise fees received, we give franchisees the right to use the name Buffalo Wild Wings. We operate as a single segment for reporting purposes.

At December 29, 2013, December 30, 2012, and December 25, 2011, we operated 434, 381, and 319 company-owned restaurants, respectively, and had 559, 510, and 498 franchised restaurants, respectively.

(b) Principles of Consolidation

The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Buffalo Wild Wings, Inc. and its wholly owned subsidiaries. All intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation.

Our franchise and license arrangements provide our franchisee and licensee entities the power to direct the activities that most significantly impact their economic performance; therefore, we do not consider ourselves to be the primary beneficiary of any such entity that might be a variable interest entity. The renewal option terms in certain of our operating lease agreements give us a variable interest in the lessor entity, however we have concluded that we do not have the power to direct the activities that most significantly impact the lessor entities’ economic performance and as a result do not consider ourselves to be the primary beneficiary of such entities.

(c) Accounting Estimates

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates.

(d) Fiscal Year

We utilize a 52- or 53-week accounting period that ends on the last Sunday in December. Each of the fiscal years ended December 29, 2013 and December 25, 2011 were comprised of 52 weeks. The fiscal year ended December 30, 2012 was a 53-week year. The 53rd week of fiscal 2012 contributed $22,316 in restaurant sales and $1,536 in franchise royalties and fees.

(e) Cash and Cash Equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents include highly liquid investments with original maturities of three months or less.

(f) Marketable Securities

Marketable securities consist of available-for-sale securities and trading securities that are carried at fair value and held-to-maturity securities that are stated at amortized cost, which approximates market.

Available-for-sale securities are classified as current assets based upon our intent and ability to use any and all of the securities as necessary to satisfy the operational requirements of our business. Realized gains and losses from the sale of available-for-sale securities were not material for fiscal 2013, 2012, and 2011. Unrealized losses are charged against net earnings when a decline in fair value is determined to be other than temporary. The available-for-sale investments carry short-term repricing features which generally result in these investments having a value at or near par value (cost).

Trading securities are stated at fair value, with gains or losses resulting from changes in fair value recognized currently in earnings as investment income. We have funded a deferred compensation plan using trading assets in a marketable equity portfolio. This portfolio is held to generate returns that seek to offset changes in liabilities related to the equity market risk of certain deferred compensation arrangements. These deferred compensation liabilities were $7,409 and $6,172 as of December 29, 2013 and December 30, 2012, respectively, and are included in accrued compensation and benefits in the accompanying consolidated balance sheets.

(g) Accounts Receivable

Accounts receivable consists primarily of credit card receivables, franchise royalties, contractually-determined receivables for leasehold improvements, and vendor allowances. Cash flows related to accounts receivable are classified in net cash provided by operating activities in the Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows.

(h) Inventories

Inventories are stated at the lower of cost or market. Cost is determined by the first-in, first-out (FIFO) method. Cash flows related to inventory sales are classified in net cash provided by operating activities in the Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows.

We purchase products from a number of suppliers and believe there are alternative suppliers. We have minimum purchase commitments from some of our vendors but the terms of the contracts and nature of the products are such that purchase requirements do not create a market risk. The primary food product used by company-owned and franchised restaurants is chicken wings. Current month chicken wing prices are determined based on the average of the previous month’s spot rates. For fiscal 2013, 2012, and 2011, chicken wings were 25%, 27%, and 19%, respectively, of cost of sales.

(i) Property and Equipment

Property and equipment are recorded at cost. Leasehold improvements, which include the cost of improvements funded by landlord incentives or allowances, are amortized using the straight-line method over the lesser of the term of the lease, without consideration of renewal options, or the estimated useful lives of the assets, which typically range from five to ten years. Leasehold improvements related to remodels are depreciated using the straight-line method over the estimated useful life, which is typically 5 years. Buildings are depreciated using the straight-line method over the estimated useful life, which ranges from 10 to 20 years. Furniture and equipment are depreciated using the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the assets, which range from two to eight years. Maintenance and repairs are expensed as incurred. Upon retirement or disposal of assets, the cost and accumulated depreciation are eliminated from the respective accounts and the related gains or losses are credited or charged to earnings.

We review property and equipment, along with other long-lived assets, quarterly to determine if triggering events have occurred which would require a test to determine if the carrying value of these assets may not be recoverable based on estimated future undiscounted cash flows. Assets are reviewed at the lowest level for which cash flows can be identified, which is the individual restaurant level. In determining future cash flows, significant estimates are made by us with respect to future operating results of each restaurant over its remaining lease term. If such assets are considered impaired, the impairment to be recognized is measured by the amount by which the carrying amount of the assets exceeds the fair value of the assets. Fair value is generally determined by estimated discounted future cash flows.

(j) Goodwill, Reacquired Franchise Rights, and Other Assets

Goodwill represents the excess of cost over the fair value of identified net assets of businesses acquired. Goodwill and indefinite-life purchased liquor licenses are subject to an annual impairment analysis. We identify potential impairments of goodwill by comparing the fair value of the reporting unit to its carrying amount, which includes goodwill and other intangible assets. The fair value of the reporting unit is calculated using a market approach. If the fair value of the reporting unit exceeds the carrying amount, the assets are not impaired. If the carrying amount exceeds the fair value, this is an indication that impairment may exist. We calculate the amount of the impairment by comparing the fair value of the assets and liabilities to the fair value of the reporting unit. The fair value of the reporting unit in excess of the value of the assets and liabilities is the implied fair value of the goodwill. If this amount is less than the carrying amount of goodwill, impairment is recognized for the difference. All goodwill was considered recoverable as of December 29, 2013.

Reacquired franchise rights are amortized over the life of the related franchise agreement. We evaluate reacquired franchise rights in conjunction with our impairment evaluation of long-lived assets.

Other assets consist primarily of liquor licenses and investments in affiliates. Liquor licenses are either amortized over their annual renewal period or, if purchased, are carried at the lower of fair value or cost. We identify potential impairments for liquor licenses by comparing the fair value with its carrying amount. If the fair value exceeds the carrying amount, the liquor licenses are not impaired. If the carrying amount exceeds the fair value, we calculate the possible impairment by comparing the fair value of the liquor licenses with the carrying amount. If the fair value of the asset is less than the carrying amount, an impairment is recorded. The carrying amount of the liquor licenses not subject to amortization as of December 29, 2013 and December 30, 2012 was $4,834 and $3,867, respectively, and is included in other assets in the accompanying consolidated balance sheets.

(k) Fair Value of Financial Instruments

Fair value is the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability (an exit price) in the principal or most advantageous market for the asset or liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. We use a three-tier fair value hierarchy based upon observable and non-observable inputs that prioritizes the information used to develop our assumptions regarding fair value. Fair value measurements are separately disclosed by level within the fair value hierarchy.

The carrying value of cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and other current assets and liabilities approximate fair value because of their short-term maturity.

(l) Asset Retirement Obligations

An asset retirement obligation associated with the retirement of a tangible long-lived asset is recognized as a liability in the period incurred or when it becomes determinable, with an associated increase in the carrying amount of the related long-lived asset. We must recognize a liability for the fair value of a conditional asset retirement obligation when incurred, if the liability’s fair value can be reasonably estimated. Conditional asset retirement obligations are legal obligations to perform asset retirement activities when the timing and/or method of settlement are conditional on a future event or may not be within our control. Asset retirement costs are depreciated over the useful life of the related asset. As of December 29, 2013 and December 30, 2012, we had asset retirement obligations of $443 and $357, respectively.

(m) Foreign Currency

Our reporting currency is the U.S. dollar, while the functional currency of our Canadian operations is the Canadian dollar. Our assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are translated at the rate of exchange on the balance sheet date. Revenues, costs and expenses, and cash flows are translated using the average exchange rate for the period.

(n) Revenue Recognition

Franchise agreements have terms ranging from 10 to 20 years. These agreements also convey multiple extension terms of five or ten years, depending on contract terms if certain conditions are met. We provide the use of the Buffalo Wild Wings trademarks, system, training, preopening assistance, and restaurant operating assistance in exchange for area development fees, franchise fees, and royalties of 5% of a restaurant’s sales.

Franchise fee revenue from individual franchise sales is recognized upon the opening of the franchised restaurant when we have performed all of our material obligations and initial services. Area development fees are dependent upon the number of restaurants in the territory, as are our obligations under the area development agreement. Consequently, as our obligations are met, area development fees are recognized in relation to the expenses incurred with the opening of each new restaurant and any royalty-free periods. Royalties are accrued as earned and are calculated each period based on reported franchisees’ sales.

Sales from company-owned restaurant revenues are recognized as revenue at the point of the delivery of meals and services. All sales taxes are presented on a net basis and are excluded from revenue.

(o) Franchise Operations

We enter into franchise agreements with unrelated third parties to build and operate restaurants using the Buffalo Wild Wings brand within a defined geographical area. We believe that franchising is an effective and efficient means to expand the Buffalo Wild Wings brand. The franchisee is required to operate its restaurants in compliance with its franchise agreement that includes adherence to operating and quality control procedures established by us. We do not provide loans, leases, or guarantees to the franchisee or the franchisee’s employees and vendors. If a franchisee becomes financially distressed, we do not provide financial assistance. If financial distress leads to a franchisee’s noncompliance with the franchise agreement and we elect to terminate the franchise agreement, we have the right but not the obligation to acquire the assets of the franchisee at fair value as determined by an independent appraiser. We have financial exposure for the collection of the royalty payments. Franchisees generally remit royalty payments weekly for the prior week’s sales, which substantially minimizes our financial exposure. Historically, we have experienced insignificant write-offs of franchisee royalties. Franchise and area development fees are paid upon the signing of the related agreements.

(p) Advertising Costs

Contributions from franchisees related to the national advertising fund constitute agency transactions and are not recognized as revenues and expenses. Related advertising obligations are accrued and the costs expensed at the same time the related contributions are recognized. These advertising fees are recorded as a liability against which specific costs are charged.

Contributions to the national advertising fund related to company-owned restaurants are expensed as contributed and local advertising costs for company-owned restaurants are expensed as incurred. These costs totaled $44,025, $35,080, and $26,127, in fiscal years 2013, 2012, and 2011, respectively.

(q) Preopening Costs

Costs associated with the opening of new company-owned restaurants are expensed as incurred.

(r) Payments Received from Vendors

Vendor allowances include allowances and other funds received from vendors. Certain of these funds are determined based on various quantitative contract terms. We also receive vendor allowances from certain manufacturers and distributors calculated based upon purchases made by franchisees. Amounts that represent a reimbursement of costs incurred, such as advertising, are recorded as a reduction of the related expense. Amounts that represent a reduction of inventory purchase costs are recorded as a reduction of inventoriable costs. We record an estimate of earned vendor allowances that are calculated based upon monthly purchases. We generally receive payment from vendors approximately 30 days from the end of a month for that month’s purchases. During fiscal 2013, 2012, and 2011, vendor allowances were recorded as a reduction in inventoriable costs, and cost of sales was reduced by $8,548, $8,731, and $7,032, respectively.

(s) Restricted Assets and System-wide Payables

We have a system-wide marketing and advertising fund. Company-owned and franchised restaurants are required to remit a designated portion of restaurant sales to a national advertising fund that is used for marketing and advertising efforts throughout the system. That amount was 3% of restaurant sales in all years presented. Certain payments received from various vendors are also deposited into the national advertising fund. These funds are used for development and implementation of brand initiatives and programs. As of December 29, 2013 and December 30, 2012, the national advertising fund liability was $15,579 and $12,865, respectively.

We have a system-wide gift card fund which consists of a cash balance, which is restricted to funding of future gift card redemptions and gift card related costs as well as receivables from retail gift card partners, and a corresponding liability for those outstanding gift cards which we believe will be redeemed in the future. As of December 29, 2013 and December 30, 2012, the gift card liability was $51,439 and $38,699, respectively. Recognized gift card breakage is transferred to the national advertising fund.

We account for the assets and liabilities of these funds as “restricted assets” and “system-wide payables” on our accompanying consolidated balance sheets.

(t) Earnings Per Common Share

Basic earnings per common share excludes dilution and is computed by dividing the net earnings available to common stockholders by the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during the period. Diluted earnings per common share include dilutive common stock equivalents consisting of stock options determined by the treasury stock method. Restricted stock units are contingently issuable shares subject to vesting based on performance criteria. Vesting typically occurs in the fourth quarter of the year when income targets have been met. Upon vesting, the shares to be issued are included in the diluted earnings per share calculation as of the beginning of the period in which the vesting conditions are satisfied. Restricted stock units included in diluted earnings per share are net of the required minimum employee withholding taxes.

(u) Income Taxes

Deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized for the future tax consequences attributable to differences between the balance sheet carrying amounts of existing assets and liabilities and their respective tax bases. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured using enacted tax rates expected to apply to taxable income in the years in which those temporary differences are expected to be recovered or settled. Any effects of changes in income tax rates or law changes are included in the provision for income taxes in the period enacted. A valuation allowance is recorded to reduce the carrying amounts of deferred tax assets unless it is more likely than not that such assets will be realized.

(v) Deferred Lease Credits

Deferred lease credits consist of reimbursement of costs of leasehold improvements from our lessors and adjustments to recognize rent expense on a straight-line basis. Reimbursements are amortized on a straight-line basis over the term of the applicable lease, without consideration of renewal options. Leases typically have an initial lease term of between 10 and 15 years and contain renewal options under which we may extend the terms for periods of three to five years. Certain leases contain rent escalation clauses that require higher rental payments in later years. Leases may also contain rent holidays, or free rent periods, during the lease term. Rent expense is recognized on a straight-line basis over the term of the lease commencing at the start of our construction period for the restaurant, without consideration of renewal options, unless renewals are reasonably assured because failure to renew would result in an economic penalty.

(w) Stock-Based Compensation

We maintain a stock equity incentive plan under which we may grant non-qualified stock options, incentive stock options, and restricted stock units to employees, non-employee directors and consultants. We also have an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP).

Stock-based compensation expense is recognized in the consolidated financial statements for granted, modified, or settled stock options, and for expense related to the ESPP since the related purchase discounts exceeded the amount allowed for non-compensatory treatment. Restricted stock units vesting upon the achievement of certain performance targets are expensed based on the fair value on the date of grant, net of estimated forfeitures. All stock-based compensation is recognized as general and administrative expense.

Total stock-based compensation expense recognized in the consolidated statement of earnings for fiscal year 2013 was $11,496 before income taxes and consisted of restricted stock units, stock options, and ESPP expense of $9,899, $948 and $649, respectively. The related total tax benefit recognized in 2013 was $3,913.

Total stock-based compensation expense recognized in the consolidated statement of earnings for fiscal year 2012 was $8,119 before income taxes and consisted of restricted stock units, stock options, and ESPP expense of $6,710, $879 and $530, respectively. The related total tax benefit recognized in 2012 was $2,670.

Total stock-based compensation expense recognized in the consolidated statement of earnings for fiscal year 2011 was $11,383 before income taxes and consisted of restricted stock units, stock options, and ESPP expense of $9,985, $920 and $478, respectively. The related total tax benefit recognized in 2011 was $3,929.

The fair value of each option grant is estimated on the date of grant using the Black-Scholes-Merton option valuation model with the following assumptions:

Stock Options

December 29,

December 30,

December 25,

2013

2012

2011

Expected dividend yield

0

%

0

%

0

%

Expected stock price volatility

48.5

%

53.6

%

54.1

%

Risk-free interest rate

0.8

%

1.1

%

2.2

%

Expected life of options

5

5

5

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

December 29,

December 30,

December 25,

2013

2012

2011

Expected dividend yield

0.00%

0.00%

0.00%

Expected stock price volatility

46.4

-

47.20%

48.1

-

48.70%

49.2

-

50.10%

Risk-free interest rate

0.08%

0.15%

0.04

-

0.07%

Expected life of options

0.5

0.5

0.5

The expected term of the options represents the estimated period of time until exercise and is based on historical experience of similar awards, giving consideration to the contractual terms, vesting schedules and expectations of future employee behavior. Expected stock price volatility is based on historical volatility of our stock. The risk-free interest rate is based on the implied yield available on U.S. Treasury zero-coupon issues with an equivalent remaining term. We have not paid dividends in the past.

(x) New Accounting Pronouncements

We reviewed all significant newly-issued accounting pronouncements and concluded that they either are not applicable to our operations or that no material effect is expected on our consolidated financial statements as a result of future adoption.

Note_2_Fair_Value_Measurements

Note 2 - Fair Value Measurements	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]	'
Fair Value Disclosures [Text Block]	'
	(2) Fair Value Measurements
	The guidance for fair value measurements establishes the authoritative definition of fair value, sets out a framework for measuring fair value, and outlines the required disclosures regarding fair value measurements. Fair value is the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability (an exit price) in the principal or most advantageous market for the asset or liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. We use a three-tier fair value hierarchy based upon observable and non-observable inputs as follows:
	•	Level 1 – Observable inputs such as quoted prices in active markets;
	•	Level 2 – Inputs, other than the quoted prices in active markets, that are observable either directly or indirectly; and
	•	Level 3 – Unobservable inputs in which there is little or no market data, which require the reporting entity to develop its own assumptions.
	The following table summarizes the financial instruments measured at fair value in our consolidated balance sheet as of December 29, 2013:
			Level 1		Level 2		Level 3		Total
	Assets
	Cash Equivalents		$	33,587		—		—		33,587
	Marketable Securities			7,584		—		—		7,584
	Restricted Assets			5,823		—		—		5,823
	The following table summarizes the financial instruments measured at fair value in our consolidated balance sheet as of December 30, 2012:
			Level 1		Level 2		Level 3		Total
	Assets
	Cash Equivalents		$	5,280		—		—		5,280
	Marketable Securities			6,297		512		—		6,809
	Restricted Assets			1,138		4,675		—		5,813
	We classified a portion of our marketable securities as available-for-sale and trading securities which were reported at fair market value, using the “market approach” valuation technique. The “market approach” valuation method uses prices and other relevant information observable in market transactions involving identical or comparable assets to determine fair market value. Our cash equivalents are comprised of money market funds which are valued using the Level 1 approach. Our trading securities are valued using the Level 1 approach. Our available-for-sale marketable securities are valued using a Level 2 approach, using observable direct and indirect inputs for municipal bonds. Our restricted assets include money market mutual funds and variable rate demand obligations and are valued using either the Level 1 or Level 2 approach.
	There were no transfers between Level 1 and Level 2 of the fair value hierarchy during the fiscal years ended December 29, 2013, December 30, 2012, and December 25, 2011.
	Our financial assets and liabilities requiring a fair-value measurement on a non-recurring basis were not significant as of December 29, 2013 or December 30, 2012.
	Assets and liabilities that are measured at fair value on a recurring basis
	At December 29, 2013, we did not have any significant nonfinancial assets or liabilities that required a fair-value measurement on a recurring basis.
	Assets and liabilities that are measured at fair value on a non-recurring basis
	We generally estimate long-lived asset fair values, including property, plant and equipment and leasehold improvements, using the income approach. The inputs used to determine fair value relate primarily to future assumptions regarding restaurant sales and profitability. These inputs are categorized as Level 3 inputs. The inputs used represent management’s assumptions about what information market participants would use in pricing the assets and are based upon the best information available at the balance sheet date.
	During 2013, we recorded an impairment charge of $1,118 for the assets of two underperforming restaurants.
	Financial assets and liabilities not measured at fair value
	Certain of our financial assets and liabilities are recorded at their carrying amounts which approximate fair value, based on their short-term nature or variable interest rate. These financial assets and liabilities include cash, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and other current assets and liabilities.

Note_3_Marketable_Securities

Note 3 - Marketable Securities	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Investments, Debt and Equity Securities [Abstract]	'
Investments in Debt and Marketable Equity Securities (and Certain Trading Assets) Disclosure [Text Block]	'
	(3) Marketable Securities
	Marketable securities consisted of the following:
		December 29,		December 30,
		2013		2012
	Held-to-maturity
	Municipal securities	$	—		2,770
	Available-for-sale
	Municipal securities		—		512
	Trading
	Mutual funds		7,584		6,297
	Total	$	7,584		9,579
	Sales of available for-sale securities totaled $512 and there were no purchases in 2013. Proceeds from maturities of held-to-maturity securities totaled $2,770 and there were no purchases in 2013.
	Purchases of available for-sale securities totaled $115,737 and sales totaled $115,151 in 2012. Purchases of held-to-maturity securities totaled $17,000 and proceeds from maturities totaled $48,357 in 2012. All held-to-maturity debt securities mature within one year and had an aggregate fair value of $2,770 at December 30, 2012.
	Purchases of available for-sale securities totaled $58,932 and sales totaled $70,955 in 2011. Purchases of held-to-maturity securities totaled $38,142 and proceeds from maturities totaled $43,383 in 2011. All held-to-maturity debt securities mature within one year and had an aggregate fair value of $34,640 at December 25, 2011.
	Trading securities represent investments held for future needs of our non-qualified deferred compensation plan.

Note_4_Property_and_Equipment

Note 4 - Property and Equipment	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]	'
Property, Plant and Equipment Disclosure [Text Block]	'
	(4) Property and Equipment
	Property and equipment consisted of the following:
		December 29,			December 30,
		2013			2012
	Construction in process	$	18,792			23,744
	Buildings		72,939			53,962
	Furniture, fixtures, and equipment		254,484			212,729
	Leasehold improvements		380,155			313,354
	Property and equipment, gross		726,370			603,789
	Less accumulated depreciation		(285,832	)		(217,219	)
	Property and equipment, net	$	440,538			386,570

Note_5_Goodwill_and_Other_Inta

Note 5 - Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]	'
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Text Block]	'
	(5) Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets
	Goodwill is summarized below:
		December 29,			December 30,
		2013			2012
	Beginning of year	$	32,365			17,770
	Additions		160			14,588
	Adjustments		8			7
	End of year	$	32,533			32,365
	Goodwill is not subject to amortization but nearly all is deductible for tax purposes.
	Reacquired franchise rights consisted of the following:
		December 29,			December 30,
		2013			2012
	Reacquired franchise rights	$	44,150			43,020
	Accumulated amortization		(10,747	)		(5,650	)
	Reacquired franchise rights, net	$	33,403			37,370
	Amortization expense related to reacquired franchise rights for fiscal 2013, 2012, and 2011 was $5,097, $3,308, and $910, respectively. The weighted average amortization period is 13 years. Estimated future amortization expense as of December 29, 2013 was as follows:
	Fiscal year ending:
	2014	$	4,533
	2015		4,139
	2016		3,793
	2017		3,392
	2018		3,127
	Thereafter		14,419
	Total future amortization expense	$	33,403

Note_6_Investments_in_Affiliat

Note 6 - Investments in Affiliates	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Investments in and Advances to Affiliates, Schedule of Investments [Abstract]	'
Investments in and Advances to Affiliates, Schedule of Investments [Text Block]	'
	(6) Investments in Affiliates
	In March 2013, we acquired a minority equity investment in PizzaRev, a California-based restaurant concept, as well as licensing rights for $6,000. As of December 29, 2013, PizzaRev had six fast casual pizza restaurants in California. If certain financial thresholds are met, we have the obligation to make additional investments in PizzaRev. We also have the right to open company-owned locations in certain states. Investments in affiliates is included in other assets in our Consolidated Balance Sheets.

Note_7_Lease_Commitments

Note 7 - Lease Commitments	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Leases [Abstract]	'
Leases of Lessee Disclosure [Text Block]	'
	(7) Lease Commitments
	We have operating leases related to all of our restaurants and corporate offices that have various expiration dates. Most of these operating leases contain renewal options. In addition to base rents, leases typically require us to pay our share of common area maintenance, insurance, real estate taxes, and other operating costs. Certain leases also include provisions for contingent rentals based upon sales.
	Future minimum rental payments due under noncancelable operating leases for existing restaurants and commitments for restaurants under development as of December 29, 2013 were as follows:
		Operating		Restaurants
		leases		under
				development
	Fiscal year ending:
	2014	$	57,859		2,783
	2015		56,828		4,699
	2016		54,991		4,708
	2017		52,168		4,722
	2018		47,318		4,737
	Thereafter		271,876		45,333
	Total future minimum lease payments	$	541,040		66,982
	In 2013, 2012, and 2011, we rented office space under operating leases which, in addition to the minimum lease payments, require payment of a proportionate share of the real estate taxes and building operating expenses. We also rent restaurant space under operating leases, some of which, in addition to the minimum lease payments and proportionate share of real estate and operating expenses, require payment of percentage rents based upon sales levels. Rent expense, excluding our proportionate share of real estate taxes and building operating expenses, was as follows:
		Fiscal Years Ended
		December 29,		December 30,		December 25,
		2013		2012		2011
	Minimum rents	$	53,651		43,780		36,647
	Percentage rents		715		608		371
	Total	$	54,366		44,388		37,018
	Equipment and auto leases	$	1,000		479		452

Note_8_Revolving_Credit_Facili

Note 8 - Revolving Credit Facility	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]	'
Debt Disclosure [Text Block]	'
	(8) Revolving Credit Facility
	In February 2013, we entered into a three-year $100,000 unsecured revolving credit facility. A loan under the facility shall bear interest at a rate per annum equal to, at our election, either (i) LIBOR for an interest period of one month, reset daily, plus 0.875%, if our consolidated total leverage ratio is less than or equal to 0.50, or plus 1.125% if our total leverage ratio is greater than or equal to 0.51, or (ii) LIBOR for an interest period of one, two, three, six, or twelve months, reset at the end of the selected interest period, plus 0.875%, if our consolidated total leverage ratio is less than or equal to 0.50, or plus 1.125% if our consolidated total leverage ratio is greater than or equal to 0.51. As of December 29, 2013, we had no outstanding balance on the facility.
	There is a commitment fee on the average unused portion of the facility at a rate per annum equal to 0.15% if our consolidated total leverage ratio is less than or equal to 0.50, or 0.20% if our consolidated total leverage ratio is greater than or equal to 0.51.
	The Credit Agreement requires us to maintain (a) consolidated coverage ratio as of the end of each fiscal quarter at no less than 2.50 to 1.00, (b) consolidated total leverage ratio as of the end of each fiscal quarter at no more than 2.00 to 1.00, and (c) minimum EBITDA during any consecutive four-quarter period at no less than $100,000. The Credit Agreement also contains other customary affirmative and negative covenants, including covenants that restrict the right of the Company and its subsidiaries to merge, to lease, sell, or otherwise dispose of assets, to make investments and to grant liens on their assets. As of December 29, 2013, we were in compliance with all of these covenants.

Note_9_Income_Taxes

Note 9 - Income Taxes	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]	'
Income Tax Disclosure [Text Block]	'
	(9) Income Taxes
	The components of earnings (loss) before taxes were as follows:
		Fiscal Years Ended
		December 29,			December 30,			December 25,
		2013			2012			2011
	United States	$	111,011			89,430			75,813
	Foreign		(9,476	)		(6,062	)		(2,911	)
	Total earnings before taxes	$	101,535			83,368			72,902
	The provision for income taxes consisted of the following:
		Fiscal Years Ended
		December 29,			December 30,			December 25,
		2013			2012			2011
	Current:
	Federal	$	26,598			22,642			6,009
	State		5,592			4,285			3,651
	Deferred:
	Federal		728			1,286			13,297
	State		(737	)		(525	)		394
	Foreign		(2,200	)		(1,595	)		(875	)
	Total income tax expense	$	29,981			26,093			22,476
	The following is a reconciliation of the expected federal income taxes (benefits) at the statutory rate of 35% to the actual provision for income taxes:
		Fiscal Years Ended
		December 29,			December 30,			December 25,
		2013			2012			2011
	Expected federal income tax expense	$	35,537			29,179			25,516
	State income tax expense, net of federal effect		3,145			2,433			2,660
	General business credits		(8,097	)		(6,006	)		(5,808	)
	Other, net		(604	)		487			108
	Total income tax expense	$	29,981			26,093			22,476
	Deferred tax assets and liabilities are classified as current and noncurrent on the basis of the classification of the related asset or liability for financial reporting. Deferred income taxes are provided for temporary differences between the basis of assets and liabilities for financial reporting purposes and income tax purposes. Temporary differences comprising the net deferred tax assets and liabilities on the accompanying consolidated balance sheets are as follows:
		December 29,			December 30,
		2013			2012
	Deferred tax assets:
	Unearned revenue	$	1,201			919
	Accrued compensation and benefits		4,181			3,570
	Deferred lease credits		11,633			8,450
	Stock-based compensation		3,020			2,362
	Advertising costs		1,061			733
	Foreign NOL/Other		4,670			2,470
	Other		2,734			2,501
	Total	$	28,500			21,005
	Deferred tax liabilities:
	Depreciation	$	50,974			48,423
	Goodwill and other amortization		1,391			1,466
	Future taxes on foreign earnings		4,670			2,470
	Total	$	57,035			52,359
	A valuation allowance is established when it is more likely than not that some portion of the deferred tax assets will not be realized. Realization is dependent upon the generation of future taxable income or the reversal of deferred tax liabilities during the periods in which those temporary differences become deductible. We consider the reversal of deferred tax liabilities, projected future taxable income and tax planning strategies. Since we believe sufficient future taxable income will be generated to utilize the benefits of the deferred tax assets, a valuation allowance has not been recognized. Our foreign net operating losses begin expiring in 2030.
	The following is a reconciliation of the beginning and ending amount of unrecognized tax benefits:
		Fiscal Years Ended
		December 29,			December 30,
		2013			2012
	Beginning of year	$	782		$	732
	Additions based on tax positions related to the current year		206			179
	Reductions based on tax positions related to prior years		(1	)		—
	Reductions based on expiration of statute of limitations		(162	)		(129	)
	End of year	$	825		$	782
	We recognize accrued interest and penalties related to unrecognized tax benefits in income tax expense. During fiscal 2013, 2012, and 2011, interest and penalties of $2, ($5), and ($18), respectively, were included in income tax expense. As of December 29, 2013, and December 30, 2012, interest and penalties related to unrecognized tax benefits totaled $71 and $68, respectively. Included in the balance at December 29, 2013, December 30, 2012, and December 25, 2011, are unrecognized tax benefits of $545, $509, and $476, respectively, which if recognized, would affect the annual effective tax rate. The difference between these amounts and the amount reflected in the reconciliation above relates to the deferred U.S. federal income tax benefit on unrecognized tax benefits related to U.S. state income taxes.
	Our income tax returns are subject to examination in both the U.S., by federal, state and local jurisdictions, and in Canada. With few exceptions, we are no longer subject to U.S. federal, state, or local examinations for years prior to fiscal 2010. The Canadian income tax returns are subject to review for fiscal years 2010 through 2013.
	Our federal income tax return for fiscal year 2011 is currently under exam by the IRS, which resulted from a carryback claim to 2010 that requires Joint Committee of Taxation approval. We also have various state tax jurisdictions under exam. We regularly assess and reevaluate tax uncertainties by considering changes in current tax law, recent court decisions, and changes in the business. Although we expect our exams will settle in the next twelve months, we cannot reasonably estimate the potential change to our unrecognized tax benefits at this time.

Note_10_Stockholders_Equity

Note 10 - Stockholders' Equity	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Disclosure Text Block Supplement [Abstract]	'
Shareholders' Equity and Share-based Payments [Text Block]	'
	(10) Stockholders’ Equity
	(a) Stock Options
	We have 5.4 million shares of common stock reserved for issuance under the Equity Incentive Plan (Plan) for our employees, officers, and directors. The exercise price for stock options issued under the Plan is to be not less than the fair market value on the date of grant with respect to incentive and nonqualified stock options. Incentive stock options become exercisable in four equal installments from the date of the grant and have a contractual life of seven to ten years. Nonqualified stock options issued pursuant to the Plan have varying vesting periods from immediately to four years and have a contractual life of seven to ten years. Incentive stock options may be granted under this plan until March 12, 2022. We issue new shares of common stock upon exercise of stock options. Option activity is summarized for the year ended December 29, 2013 as follows:
			Number				Weighted				Average				Aggregate
			of shares				average				remaining				Intrinsic Value
							exercise price				contractual
											life (years)
	Outstanding, December 30, 2012			151,897			$	47.97				3.9			$	4,232
	Granted			39,498				87.53
	Exercised			(25,391	)			26.57
	Cancelled			(2,395	)			59.68
	Outstanding, December 29, 2013			163,609			$	60.67				3.9			$	13,974
	Exercisable, December 29, 2013			113,752				50.42				3.2				10,882
	The aggregate intrinsic value in the table above is before applicable income taxes, based on our closing stock price of $146.08 as of the last business day of the year ended December 29, 2013, which would have been received by the optionees had all options been exercised on that date. As of December 29, 2013, total unrecognized stock-based compensation expense related to nonvested stock options was approximately $1,590, which is expected to be recognized over a weighted average period of approximately 2.4 years. During 2013, 2012, and 2011, the total intrinsic value of stock options exercised was $2,159, $2,887, and $1,700, respectively. During 2013, 2012, and 2011, the total fair value of options vested was $1,028, $852, and $751, respectively. During 2013, 2012, and 2011, the weighted average grant date fair value of options granted was $37.09, $43.97, and $26.07, respectively.
	The following table summarizes our stock options outstanding at December 29, 2013:
					Options outstanding												Options exercisable
	Range				Shares				Average				Weighted				Shares		Weighted
									remaining				average						average
									contractual				exercise						exercise
									life (years)				price						price
	$14.05	–	30.87			35,113				1.6			$	28.65				35,113	$	28.65
	31	–	48.35			35,685				2.8				44.29				35,685		44.29
	51.42	–	53.75			28,384				4				53.72				20,648		53.73
	87.53	–	94.42			64,427				5.6				90.26				22,306		91.41
						163,609												113,752
	The Plan has 1,335,277 shares available for grant as of December 29, 2013.
	(b) Restricted Stock Units
	Restricted stock units are granted annually under the Plan at the discretion of the Compensation Committee of the Board of Directors.
	In 2013, 2012, and 2011, we granted restricted stock units subject to three-year cliff vesting and a cumulative three-year earnings target. The number of units which vest at the end of the three-year period is based on performance against the target. These restricted stock units are subject to forfeiture if they have not vested at the end of the three-year period. Stock-based compensation is recognized for the number of units expected to vest at the end of the period and is expensed beginning on the grant date through the end of the performance period.
	For each grant, restricted stock units meeting the performance criteria will vest as of the end of our fiscal year. The distribution of vested restricted stock units as common stock typically occurs in March of the following year. The common stock is issued to participants net of the number of shares needed for the required minimum employee withholding taxes. We issue new shares of common stock upon the disbursement of restricted stock units. Restricted stock units are contingently issuable shares, and the activity for fiscal 2013 is as follows:
			Number				Weighted
			of shares				average
							grant date
							fair value
	Outstanding, December 30, 2012			282,093			$	70.64
	Granted			163,066				87.49
	Vested			(147,876	)			54.99
	Cancelled			(18,163	)			73.85
	Outstanding, December 29, 2013			279,120			$	88.57
	As of December 29, 2013, the stock-based compensation expense related to nonvested awards not yet recognized was $12,372, which is expected to be recognized over a weighted average period of 1.8 years. During fiscal years 2013 and 2012 the total grant date fair value of shares vested was $8,132 and $7,585, respectively. The weighted average grant date fair value of restricted stock units granted during 2013, 2012, and 2011 was $87.49, $92.71, and $53.94, respectively. During 2013 and 2012, we recognized $9,899 and $6,710, respectively, of stock-based compensation expense related to restricted stock units.
	(c) Employee Stock Purchase Plan
	We have reserved 600,000 shares of common stock for issuance under the ESPP. The ESPP is available to substantially all employees subject to employment eligibility requirements. Participants may purchase our common stock at 85% of the beginning or ending closing price, whichever is lower, for each six-month period ending in May and November. During 2013, 2012, and 2011, we issued 26,612, 26,742, and 30,127 shares, respectively, of common stock. As of December 29, 2013, we had 221,308 shares available for future issuance under the ESPP.

Note_11_Earnings_Per_Common_Sh

Note 11 - Earnings Per Common Share	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]	'
Earnings Per Share [Text Block]	'
	(11) Earnings Per Common Share
	The following is a reconciliation of basic and fully diluted earnings per common share for fiscal 2013, 2012, and 2011:
		Fiscal year ended December 29, 2013
		Earnings		Shares		Per-share
		(numerator)		(denominator)		amount
	Net earnings	$	71,554
	Earnings per common share		71,554		18,770,317	$	3.81
	Effect of dilutive securities – stock options		—		67,933
	Effect of dilutive securities – restricted stock units		—		33,915
	Earnings per common share – assuming dilution	$	71,554		18,872,165	$	3.79
		Fiscal year ended December 30, 2012
		Earnings		Shares		Per-share
		(numerator)		(denominator)		amount
	Net earnings	$	57,275
	Earnings per common share		57,275		18,582,205	$	3.08
	Effect of dilutive securities – stock options		—		79,693
	Effect of dilutive securities – restricted stock units		—		42,764
	Earnings per common share – assuming dilution	$	57,275		18,704,662	$	3.06
		Fiscal year ended December 25, 2011
		Earnings		Shares		Per-share
		(numerator)		(denominator)		amount
	Net earnings	$	50,426
	Earnings per common share		50,426		18,337,433	$	2.75
	Effect of dilutive securities – stock options		—		73,249
	Effect of dilutive securities – restricted stock units		—		72,415
	Earnings per common share – assuming dilution	$	50,426		18,483,097	$	2.73
	The following is a summary of those securities outstanding at the end of the respective periods, which have been excluded from the fully diluted calculations because the effect on net earnings per common share would have been anti-dilutive or were performance-granted shares for which the performance criteria had not yet been met:
		December 29,		December 30,		December 25,
		2013		2012		2011
	Stock options		63,744		20,484		11,233
	Restricted stock units		279,120		282,093		360,280

Note_12_Supplemental_Disclosur

Note 12 - Supplemental Disclosures of Cash Flow Information	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Supplemental Cash Flow Elements [Abstract]	'
Cash Flow, Supplemental Disclosures [Text Block]	'
	(12) Supplemental Disclosures of Cash Flow Information
		Fiscal Years Ended
		December 29,			December 30,		December 25,
		2013			2012		2011
	Cash paid during the period for:
	Income taxes	$	27,361			19,675		6,755
	Noncash financing and investing transactions:
	Property and equipment not yet paid for		(3,039	)		3,138		(5,211	)
	Tax withholding for restricted stock units		7,200			4,418		5,828
	Goodwill adjustment		8			7		—

Note_13_Loss_on_Asset_Disposal

Note 13 - Loss on Asset Disposals and Impairment	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Disclosure Text Block Supplement [Abstract]	'
Asset Impairment Charges [Text Block]	'
	(13) Loss on Asset Disposals and Impairment
	In 2013, 2012, and 2011, we closed restaurants resulting in a charge to earnings for remaining lease obligations, utilities, and other related costs. These charges were recognized as a part of the loss on asset disposals and impairment on our accompanying consolidated statements of earnings.
	The following is a rollforward of the store closing reserve:
		Fiscal Years Ended
		December 29,			December 30,			December 25,
		2013			2012			2011
	Beginning reserve balance	$	22			18			60
	Store closing costs incurred		38			413			205
	Costs paid		(47	)		(409	)		(247	)
	Ending reserve balance	$	13			22			18
	During 2013, we recorded an impairment charge for the assets of two underperforming restaurants. An impairment charge of $1,118 was recorded to the extent that the carrying amount of the assets was not considered recoverable based on estimated discounted future cash flows and the underlying fair value of the assets. There was no impairment during 2012 or 2011.
	The following is a summary of the loss on asset disposals and impairment charges recognized by us:
		Fiscal Years Ended
		December 29,			December 30,			December 25,
		2013			2012			2011
	Store closing charges	$	38			413			205
	Long-lived asset impairment		1,118			—			—
	Miscellaneous asset write-offs		2,106			2,878			1,724
	Loss on asset disposals and impairment	$	3,262			3,291			1,929

Note_14_Defined_Contribution_P

Note 14 - Defined Contribution Plans	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Compensation and Retirement Disclosure [Abstract]	'
Pension and Other Postretirement Benefits Disclosure [Text Block]	'
	(14) Defined Contribution Plans
	We have a defined contribution 401(k) plan whereby eligible employees may contribute pretax wages in accordance with the provisions of the plan. We match 100% of the first 3% and 50% of the next 2% of contributions made by eligible employees. Matching contributions of approximately $1,710, $1,660, and $1,249 were made by us during fiscal 2013, 2012, and 2011, respectively.
	Under our Management Deferred Compensation Plan, our executive officers and certain other individuals are entitled to receive an amount equal to a percentage of their base salary ranging from 5.0% to 12.5% which is credited on a monthly basis to their deferred compensation account. Cash contributions of $584, $517, and $435 were made by us during 2013, 2012, and 2011, respectively. Such amounts are subject to certain vesting provisions, depending on length of employment and circumstances of employment termination. In addition, individuals may elect to defer a portion or all of their cash compensation.

Note_15_Related_Party_Transact

Note 15 - Related Party Transactions	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Related Party Transactions [Abstract]	'
Related Party Transactions Disclosure [Text Block]	'
	(15) Related Party Transactions
	It is our policy that all related party transactions must be disclosed and approved by the disinterested directors. We have evaluated the terms and considerations for such related party transactions and compared and evaluated these terms to amounts that would have to be paid or received, as applicable, in arms-length transactions with independent third-parties. We believe all related party transactions are comparable to arms-length.
	A member of our board of directors, Warren Mack, is an officer at one of our law firms. Another member of our board of directors, Jerry Rose, was an officer at one of our suppliers.

Note_16_Contingencies

Note 16 - Contingencies	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]	'
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Text Block]	'
	(16) Contingencies
	We are involved in various legal matters arising in the ordinary course of business. In the opinion of management, the ultimate disposition of these matters will not have a material adverse effect on our consolidated financial position, results of operations, or cash flows.

Note_17_Acquisition_of_Franchi

Note 17 - Acquisition of Franchised Restaurants	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Business Combinations [Abstract]	'
Business Combination Disclosure [Text Block]	'
	(17) Acquisition of Franchised Restaurants
	During 2013, we acquired 3 Buffalo Wild Wings franchised restaurants through one acquisition. During 2012, we also acquired 18 Buffalo Wild Wings franchised restaurants through three acquisitions. The total purchase price in 2013 and 2012 was $4,297 and $43,580, respectively, and was paid in cash and was funded by cash from operations and the sale of marketable securities. The acquisitions were accounted for as business combinations. The assets acquired and liabilities assumed were recorded based on their fair values at the time of the acquisitions as detailed below:
		Fiscal Years Ended
		December 29,		December 30,
		2013		2012
	Inventory, prepaids, and other assets	$	181	$	563
	Equipment and leasehold improvements		2,826		9,529
	Lease liabilities		—		(750	)
	Reacquired franchise rights		1,130		19,650
	Goodwill		160		14,588
	Total purchase price	$	4,297	$	43,580
	The excess of the purchase price over the aggregate fair value of assets acquired was allocated to goodwill. The assessment of the valuation of certain assets acquired and liabilities assumed during 2013 is preliminary; if new information is obtained about facts and circumstances that existed at the acquisition date, the acquisition accounting may be revised to reflect the resulting adjustments to current estimates of these items. The results of operations of these locations are included in our consolidated statement of earnings as of the date of acquisition.

Accounting_Policies_by_Policy_

Accounting Policies, by Policy (Policies)

12 Months Ended

Dec. 29, 2013

Accounting Policies [Abstract]

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Nature of Business [Policy Text Block]

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Nature of Business

References in these financial statement footnotes to “company”, “we”, “us”, and “our” refer to the business of Buffalo Wild Wings, Inc. and our subsidiaries. We were organized for the purpose of operating Buffalo Wild Wings® restaurants, as well as selling Buffalo Wild Wings restaurant franchises. In exchange for the initial and continuing franchise fees received, we give franchisees the right to use the name Buffalo Wild Wings. We operate as a single segment for reporting purposes.

At December 29, 2013, December 30, 2012, and December 25, 2011, we operated 434, 381, and 319 company-owned restaurants, respectively, and had 559, 510, and 498 franchised restaurants, respectively.

Consolidation, Policy [Policy Text Block]

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Principles of Consolidation

The consolidated financial statements include the accounts of Buffalo Wild Wings, Inc. and its wholly owned subsidiaries. All intercompany accounts and transactions have been eliminated in consolidation.

Our franchise and license arrangements provide our franchisee and licensee entities the power to direct the activities that most significantly impact their economic performance; therefore, we do not consider ourselves to be the primary beneficiary of any such entity that might be a variable interest entity. The renewal option terms in certain of our operating lease agreements give us a variable interest in the lessor entity, however we have concluded that we do not have the power to direct the activities that most significantly impact the lessor entities’ economic performance and as a result do not consider ourselves to be the primary beneficiary of such entities.

Use of Estimates, Policy [Policy Text Block]

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Accounting Estimates

The preparation of financial statements in conformity with U.S. generally accepted accounting principles requires management to make estimates and assumptions that affect the reported amounts of assets and liabilities and disclosure of contingent assets and liabilities at the date of the financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. Actual results could differ from those estimates

Fiscal Period, Policy [Policy Text Block]

'

We utilize a 52- or 53-week accounting period that ends on the last Sunday in December. Each of the fiscal years ended December 29, 2013 and December 25, 2011 were comprised of 52 weeks. The fiscal year ended December 30, 2012 was a 53-week year. The 53rd week of fiscal 2012 contributed $22,316 in restaurant sales and $1,536 in franchise royalties and fees.

Cash and Cash Equivalents, Policy [Policy Text Block]

'

Cash and Cash Equivalents

Cash and cash equivalents include highly liquid investments with original maturities of three months or less.

Marketable Securities, Policy [Policy Text Block]

'

Marketable Securities

Marketable securities consist of available-for-sale securities and trading securities that are carried at fair value and held-to-maturity securities that are stated at amortized cost, which approximates market.

Available-for-sale securities are classified as current assets based upon our intent and ability to use any and all of the securities as necessary to satisfy the operational requirements of our business. Realized gains and losses from the sale of available-for-sale securities were not material for fiscal 2013, 2012, and 2011. Unrealized losses are charged against net earnings when a decline in fair value is determined to be other than temporary. The available-for-sale investments carry short-term repricing features which generally result in these investments having a value at or near par value (cost).

Trading securities are stated at fair value, with gains or losses resulting from changes in fair value recognized currently in earnings as investment income. We have funded a deferred compensation plan using trading assets in a marketable equity portfolio. This portfolio is held to generate returns that seek to offset changes in liabilities related to the equity market risk of certain deferred compensation arrangements. These deferred compensation liabilities were $7,409 and $6,172 as of December 29, 2013 and December 30, 2012, respectively, and are included in accrued compensation and benefits in the accompanying consolidated balance sheets.

Receivables, Policy [Policy Text Block]

'

Accounts Receivable

Accounts receivable consists primarily of credit card receivables, franchise royalties, contractually-determined receivables for leasehold improvements, and vendor allowances. Cash flows related to accounts receivable are classified in net cash provided by operating activities in the Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows.

Inventory, Policy [Policy Text Block]

'

Inventories are stated at the lower of cost or market. Cost is determined by the first-in, first-out (FIFO) method. Cash flows related to inventory sales are classified in net cash provided by operating activities in the Consolidated Statements of Cash Flows.

We purchase products from a number of suppliers and believe there are alternative suppliers. We have minimum purchase commitments from some of our vendors but the terms of the contracts and nature of the products are such that purchase requirements do not create a market risk. The primary food product used by company-owned and franchised restaurants is chicken wings. Current month chicken wing prices are determined based on the average of the previous month’s spot rates. For fiscal 2013, 2012, and 2011, chicken wings were 25%, 27%, and 19%, respectively, of cost of sales.

Property, Plant and Equipment, Policy [Policy Text Block]

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Property and Equipment

Property and equipment are recorded at cost. Leasehold improvements, which include the cost of improvements funded by landlord incentives or allowances, are amortized using the straight-line method over the lesser of the term of the lease, without consideration of renewal options, or the estimated useful lives of the assets, which typically range from five to ten years. Leasehold improvements related to remodels are depreciated using the straight-line method over the estimated useful life, which is typically 5 years. Buildings are depreciated using the straight-line method over the estimated useful life, which ranges from 10 to 20 years. Furniture and equipment are depreciated using the straight-line method over the estimated useful lives of the assets, which range from two to eight years. Maintenance and repairs are expensed as incurred. Upon retirement or disposal of assets, the cost and accumulated depreciation are eliminated from the respective accounts and the related gains or losses are credited or charged to earnings.

We review property and equipment, along with other long-lived assets, quarterly to determine if triggering events have occurred which would require a test to determine if the carrying value of these assets may not be recoverable based on estimated future undiscounted cash flows. Assets are reviewed at the lowest level for which cash flows can be identified, which is the individual restaurant level. In determining future cash flows, significant estimates are made by us with respect to future operating results of each restaurant over its remaining lease term. If such assets are considered impaired, the impairment to be recognized is measured by the amount by which the carrying amount of the assets exceeds the fair value of the assets. Fair value is generally determined by estimated discounted future cash flows.

Goodwill and Intangible Assets, Policy [Policy Text Block]

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Goodwill, Reacquired Franchise Rights, and Other Assets

Goodwill represents the excess of cost over the fair value of identified net assets of businesses acquired. Goodwill and indefinite-life purchased liquor licenses are subject to an annual impairment analysis. We identify potential impairments of goodwill by comparing the fair value of the reporting unit to its carrying amount, which includes goodwill and other intangible assets. The fair value of the reporting unit is calculated using a market approach. If the fair value of the reporting unit exceeds the carrying amount, the assets are not impaired. If the carrying amount exceeds the fair value, this is an indication that impairment may exist. We calculate the amount of the impairment by comparing the fair value of the assets and liabilities to the fair value of the reporting unit. The fair value of the reporting unit in excess of the value of the assets and liabilities is the implied fair value of the goodwill. If this amount is less than the carrying amount of goodwill, impairment is recognized for the difference. All goodwill was considered recoverable as of December 29, 2013.

Reacquired franchise rights are amortized over the life of the related franchise agreement. We evaluate reacquired franchise rights in conjunction with our impairment evaluation of long-lived assets.

Other assets consist primarily of liquor licenses and investments in affiliates. Liquor licenses are either amortized over their annual renewal period or, if purchased, are carried at the lower of fair value or cost. We identify potential impairments for liquor licenses by comparing the fair value with its carrying amount. If the fair value exceeds the carrying amount, the liquor licenses are not impaired. If the carrying amount exceeds the fair value, we calculate the possible impairment by comparing the fair value of the liquor licenses with the carrying amount. If the fair value of the asset is less than the carrying amount, an impairment is recorded. The carrying amount of the liquor licenses not subject to amortization as of December 29, 2013 and December 30, 2012 was $4,834 and $3,867, respectively, and is included in other assets in the accompanying consolidated balance sheets.

Fair Value of Financial Instruments, Policy [Policy Text Block]

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Fair Value of Financial Instruments

Fair value is the price that would be received to sell an asset or paid to transfer a liability (an exit price) in the principal or most advantageous market for the asset or liability in an orderly transaction between market participants at the measurement date. We use a three-tier fair value hierarchy based upon observable and non-observable inputs that prioritizes the information used to develop our assumptions regarding fair value. Fair value measurements are separately disclosed by level within the fair value hierarchy.

The carrying value of cash and cash equivalents, accounts receivable, accounts payable, and other current assets and liabilities approximate fair value because of their short-term maturity.

Asset Retirement Obligations, Policy [Policy Text Block]

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Asset Retirement Obligations

An asset retirement obligation associated with the retirement of a tangible long-lived asset is recognized as a liability in the period incurred or when it becomes determinable, with an associated increase in the carrying amount of the related long-lived asset. We must recognize a liability for the fair value of a conditional asset retirement obligation when incurred, if the liability’s fair value can be reasonably estimated. Conditional asset retirement obligations are legal obligations to perform asset retirement activities when the timing and/or method of settlement are conditional on a future event or may not be within our control. Asset retirement costs are depreciated over the useful life of the related asset. As of December 29, 2013 and December 30, 2012, we had asset retirement obligations of $443 and $357, respectively.

Foreign Currency Transactions and Translations Policy [Policy Text Block]

'

Foreign Currency

Our reporting currency is the U.S. dollar, while the functional currency of our Canadian operations is the Canadian dollar. Our assets and liabilities denominated in foreign currencies are translated at the rate of exchange on the balance sheet date. Revenues, costs and expenses, and cash flows are translated using the average exchange rate for the period.

Revenue Recognition, Policy [Policy Text Block]

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Revenue Recognition

Franchise agreements have terms ranging from 10 to 20 years. These agreements also convey multiple extension terms of five or ten years, depending on contract terms if certain conditions are met. We provide the use of the Buffalo Wild Wings trademarks, system, training, preopening assistance, and restaurant operating assistance in exchange for area development fees, franchise fees, and royalties of 5% of a restaurant’s sales.

Franchise fee revenue from individual franchise sales is recognized upon the opening of the franchised restaurant when we have performed all of our material obligations and initial services. Area development fees are dependent upon the number of restaurants in the territory, as are our obligations under the area development agreement. Consequently, as our obligations are met, area development fees are recognized in relation to the expenses incurred with the opening of each new restaurant and any royalty-free periods. Royalties are accrued as earned and are calculated each period based on reported franchisees’ sales.

Sales from company-owned restaurant revenues are recognized as revenue at the point of the delivery of meals and services. All sales taxes are presented on a net basis and are excluded from revenue.

Revenue Recognition, Services, Franchise Fees [Policy Text Block]

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Franchise Operations

We enter into franchise agreements with unrelated third parties to build and operate restaurants using the Buffalo Wild Wings brand within a defined geographical area. We believe that franchising is an effective and efficient means to expand the Buffalo Wild Wings brand. The franchisee is required to operate its restaurants in compliance with its franchise agreement that includes adherence to operating and quality control procedures established by us. We do not provide loans, leases, or guarantees to the franchisee or the franchisee’s employees and vendors. If a franchisee becomes financially distressed, we do not provide financial assistance. If financial distress leads to a franchisee’s noncompliance with the franchise agreement and we elect to terminate the franchise agreement, we have the right but not the obligation to acquire the assets of the franchisee at fair value as determined by an independent appraiser. We have financial exposure for the collection of the royalty payments. Franchisees generally remit royalty payments weekly for the prior week’s sales, which substantially minimizes our financial exposure. Historically, we have experienced insignificant write-offs of franchisee royalties. Franchise and area development fees are paid upon the signing of the related agreements.

Advertising Costs, Policy [Policy Text Block]

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Advertising Costs

Contributions from franchisees related to the national advertising fund constitute agency transactions and are not recognized as revenues and expenses. Related advertising obligations are accrued and the costs expensed at the same time the related contributions are recognized. These advertising fees are recorded as a liability against which specific costs are charged.

Contributions to the national advertising fund related to company-owned restaurants are expensed as contributed and local advertising costs for company-owned restaurants are expensed as incurred. These costs totaled $44,025, $35,080, and $26,127, in fiscal years 2013, 2012, and 2011, respectively.

Preopening Costs [Policy Text Block]

'

Preopening Costs

Costs associated with the opening of new company-owned restaurants are expensed as incurred.

Cost of Sales, Vendor Allowances, Policy [Policy Text Block]

'

Payments Received from Vendors

Vendor allowances include allowances and other funds received from vendors. Certain of these funds are determined based on various quantitative contract terms. We also receive vendor allowances from certain manufacturers and distributors calculated based upon purchases made by franchisees. Amounts that represent a reimbursement of costs incurred, such as advertising, are recorded as a reduction of the related expense. Amounts that represent a reduction of inventory purchase costs are recorded as a reduction of inventoriable costs. We record an estimate of earned vendor allowances that are calculated based upon monthly purchases. We generally receive payment from vendors approximately 30 days from the end of a month for that month’s purchases. During fiscal 2013, 2012, and 2011, vendor allowances were recorded as a reduction in inventoriable costs, and cost of sales was reduced by $8,548, $8,731, and $7,032, respectively.

Restricted Assets and System-wide Payables [Policy Text Block]

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Restricted Assets and System-wide Payables

We have a system-wide marketing and advertising fund. Company-owned and franchised restaurants are required to remit a designated portion of restaurant sales to a national advertising fund that is used for marketing and advertising efforts throughout the system. That amount was 3% of restaurant sales in all years presented. Certain payments received from various vendors are also deposited into the national advertising fund. These funds are used for development and implementation of brand initiatives and programs. As of December 29, 2013 and December 30, 2012, the national advertising fund liability was $15,579 and $12,865, respectively.

We have a system-wide gift card fund which consists of a cash balance, which is restricted to funding of future gift card redemptions and gift card related costs as well as receivables from retail gift card partners, and a corresponding liability for those outstanding gift cards which we believe will be redeemed in the future. As of December 29, 2013 and December 30, 2012, the gift card liability was $51,439 and $38,699, respectively. Recognized gift card breakage is transferred to the national advertising fund.

We account for the assets and liabilities of these funds as “restricted assets” and “system-wide payables” on our accompanying consolidated balance sheets.

Earnings Per Share, Policy [Policy Text Block]

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Earnings Per Common Share

Basic earnings per common share excludes dilution and is computed by dividing the net earnings available to common stockholders by the weighted average number of common shares outstanding during the period. Diluted earnings per common share include dilutive common stock equivalents consisting of stock options determined by the treasury stock method. Restricted stock units are contingently issuable shares subject to vesting based on performance criteria. Vesting typically occurs in the fourth quarter of the year when income targets have been met. Upon vesting, the shares to be issued are included in the diluted earnings per share calculation as of the beginning of the period in which the vesting conditions are satisfied. Restricted stock units included in diluted earnings per share are net of the required minimum employee withholding taxes.

Income Tax, Policy [Policy Text Block]

'

Deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized for the future tax consequences attributable to differences between the balance sheet carrying amounts of existing assets and liabilities and their respective tax bases. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are measured using enacted tax rates expected to apply to taxable income in the years in which those temporary differences are expected to be recovered or settled. Any effects of changes in income tax rates or law changes are included in the provision for income taxes in the period enacted. A valuation allowance is recorded to reduce the carrying amounts of deferred tax assets unless it is more likely than not that such assets will be realized.

Deferred Charges, Policy [Policy Text Block]

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Deferred Lease Credits

Deferred lease credits consist of reimbursement of costs of leasehold improvements from our lessors and adjustments to recognize rent expense on a straight-line basis. Reimbursements are amortized on a straight-line basis over the term of the applicable lease, without consideration of renewal options. Leases typically have an initial lease term of between 10 and 15 years and contain renewal options under which we may extend the terms for periods of three to five years. Certain leases contain rent escalation clauses that require higher rental payments in later years. Leases may also contain rent holidays, or free rent periods, during the lease term. Rent expense is recognized on a straight-line basis over the term of the lease commencing at the start of our construction period for the restaurant, without consideration of renewal options, unless renewals are reasonably assured because failure to renew would result in an economic penalty.

Share-based Compensation, Option and Incentive Plans Policy [Policy Text Block]

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Stock-Based Compensation

We maintain a stock equity incentive plan under which we may grant non-qualified stock options, incentive stock options, and restricted stock units to employees, non-employee directors and consultants. We also have an employee stock purchase plan (ESPP).

Stock-based compensation expense is recognized in the consolidated financial statements for granted, modified, or settled stock options, and for expense related to the ESPP since the related purchase discounts exceeded the amount allowed for non-compensatory treatment. Restricted stock units vesting upon the achievement of certain performance targets are expensed based on the fair value on the date of grant, net of estimated forfeitures. All stock-based compensation is recognized as general and administrative expense.

Total stock-based compensation expense recognized in the consolidated statement of earnings for fiscal year 2013 was $11,496 before income taxes and consisted of restricted stock units, stock options, and ESPP expense of $9,899, $948 and $649, respectively. The related total tax benefit recognized in 2013 was $3,913.

Total stock-based compensation expense recognized in the consolidated statement of earnings for fiscal year 2012 was $8,119 before income taxes and consisted of restricted stock units, stock options, and ESPP expense of $6,710, $879 and $530, respectively. The related total tax benefit recognized in 2012 was $2,670.

Total stock-based compensation expense recognized in the consolidated statement of earnings for fiscal year 2011 was $11,383 before income taxes and consisted of restricted stock units, stock options, and ESPP expense of $9,985, $920 and $478, respectively. The related total tax benefit recognized in 2011 was $3,929.

The fair value of each option grant is estimated on the date of grant using the Black-Scholes-Merton option valuation model with the following assumptions:

Stock Options

December 29,

December 30,

December 25,

2013

2012

2011

Expected dividend yield

0

%

0

%

0

%

Expected stock price volatility

48.5

%

53.6

%

54.1

%

Risk-free interest rate

0.8

%

1.1

%

2.2

%

Expected life of options

5

5

5

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

December 29,

December 30,

December 25,

2013

2012

2011

Expected dividend yield

0.00%

0.00%

0.00%

Expected stock price volatility

46.4

-

47.20%

48.1

-

48.70%

49.2

-

50.10%

Risk-free interest rate

0.08%

0.15%

0.04

-

0.07%

Expected life of options

0.5

0.5

0.5

The expected term of the options represents the estimated period of time until exercise and is based on historical experience of similar awards, giving consideration to the contractual terms, vesting schedules and expectations of future employee behavior. Expected stock price volatility is based on historical volatility of our stock. The risk-free interest rate is based on the implied yield available on U.S. Treasury zero-coupon issues with an equivalent remaining term. We have not paid dividends in the past.

New Accounting Pronouncements, Policy [Policy Text Block]

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New Accounting Pronouncements

We reviewed all significant newly-issued accounting pronouncements and concluded that they either are not applicable to our operations or that no material effect is expected on our consolidated financial statements as a result of future adoption.

Note_1_Nature_of_Business_and_1

Note 1 - Nature of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Accounting Policies [Abstract]	'
Schedule of Share-based Payment Award, Stock Options, Valuation Assumptions [Table Text Block]	'
		Stock Options
		December 29,			December 30,				December 25,
		2013			2012				2011
	Expected dividend yield		0	%		0	%			0	%
	Expected stock price volatility		48.5	%		53.6	%			54.1	%
	Risk-free interest rate		0.8	%		1.1	%			2.2	%
	Expected life of options		5			5				5
Schedule of Share-based Payment Award, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, Valuation Assumptions [Table Text Block]	'
		Employee Stock Purchase Plan
		December 29,				December 30,					December 25,
		2013				2012					2011
	Expected dividend yield		0.00%				0.00%					0.00%
	Expected stock price volatility	46.4	-	47.20%		48.1	-	48.70%			49.2	-	50.10%
	Risk-free interest rate		0.08%				0.15%				0.04	-	0.07%
	Expected life of options		0.5				0.5					0.5

Note_2_Fair_Value_Measurements1

Note 2 - Fair Value Measurements (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Fair Value Disclosures [Abstract]	'
Fair Value Measurements, Recurring and Nonrecurring [Table Text Block]	'
		Level 1		Level 2		Level 3		Total
	Assets
	Cash Equivalents	$	33,587		—		—		33,587
	Marketable Securities		7,584		—		—		7,584
	Restricted Assets		5,823		—		—		5,823
		Level 1		Level 2		Level 3		Total
	Assets
	Cash Equivalents	$	5,280		—		—		5,280
	Marketable Securities		6,297		512		—		6,809
	Restricted Assets		1,138		4,675		—		5,813

Note_3_Marketable_Securities_T

Note 3 - Marketable Securities (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Investments, Debt and Equity Securities [Abstract]	'
Marketable Securities [Table Text Block]	'
		December 29,		December 30,
		2013		2012
	Held-to-maturity
	Municipal securities	$	—		2,770
	Available-for-sale
	Municipal securities		—		512
	Trading
	Mutual funds		7,584		6,297
	Total	$	7,584		9,579

Note_4_Property_and_Equipment_

Note 4 - Property and Equipment (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]	'
Property, Plant and Equipment [Table Text Block]	'
		December 29,			December 30,
		2013			2012
	Construction in process	$	18,792			23,744
	Buildings		72,939			53,962
	Furniture, fixtures, and equipment		254,484			212,729
	Leasehold improvements		380,155			313,354
	Property and equipment, gross		726,370			603,789
	Less accumulated depreciation		(285,832	)		(217,219	)
	Property and equipment, net	$	440,538			386,570

Note_5_Goodwill_and_Other_Inta1

Note 5 - Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Goodwill and Intangible Assets Disclosure [Abstract]	'
Schedule of Goodwill [Table Text Block]	'
		December 29,			December 30,
		2013			2012
	Beginning of year	$	32,365			17,770
	Additions		160			14,588
	Adjustments		8			7
	End of year	$	32,533			32,365
Schedule of Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Table Text Block]	'
		December 29,			December 30,
		2013			2012
	Reacquired franchise rights	$	44,150			43,020
	Accumulated amortization		(10,747	)		(5,650	)
	Reacquired franchise rights, net	$	33,403			37,370
Schedule of Finite-Lived Intangible Assets, Future Amortization Expense [Table Text Block]	'
	Fiscal year ending:
	2014	$	4,533
	2015		4,139
	2016		3,793
	2017		3,392
	2018		3,127
	Thereafter		14,419
	Total future amortization expense	$	33,403

Note_7_Lease_Commitments_Table

Note 7 - Lease Commitments (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Leases [Abstract]	'
Schedule of Future Minimum Rental Payments for Operating Leases [Table Text Block]	'
		Operating		Restaurants
		leases		under
				development
	Fiscal year ending:
	2014	$	57,859		2,783
	2015		56,828		4,699
	2016		54,991		4,708
	2017		52,168		4,722
	2018		47,318		4,737
	Thereafter		271,876		45,333
	Total future minimum lease payments	$	541,040		66,982
Schedule of Rent Expense [Table Text Block]	'
		Fiscal Years Ended
		December 29,		December 30,		December 25,
		2013		2012		2011
	Minimum rents	$	53,651		43,780		36,647
	Percentage rents		715		608		371
	Total	$	54,366		44,388		37,018
	Equipment and auto leases	$	1,000		479		452

Note_9_Income_Taxes_Tables

Note 9 - Income Taxes (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]	'
Schedule of Income before Income Tax, Domestic and Foreign [Table Text Block]	'
		Fiscal Years Ended
		December 29,			December 30,			December 25,
		2013			2012			2011
	United States	$	111,011			89,430			75,813
	Foreign		(9,476	)		(6,062	)		(2,911	)
	Total earnings before taxes	$	101,535			83,368			72,902
Schedule of Components of Income Tax Expense (Benefit) [Table Text Block]	'
		Fiscal Years Ended
		December 29,			December 30,			December 25,
		2013			2012			2011
	Current:
	Federal	$	26,598			22,642			6,009
	State		5,592			4,285			3,651
	Deferred:
	Federal		728			1,286			13,297
	State		(737	)		(525	)		394
	Foreign		(2,200	)		(1,595	)		(875	)
	Total income tax expense	$	29,981			26,093			22,476
Schedule of Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation [Table Text Block]	'
		Fiscal Years Ended
		December 29,			December 30,			December 25,
		2013			2012			2011
	Expected federal income tax expense	$	35,537			29,179			25,516
	State income tax expense, net of federal effect		3,145			2,433			2,660
	General business credits		(8,097	)		(6,006	)		(5,808	)
	Other, net		(604	)		487			108
	Total income tax expense	$	29,981			26,093			22,476
Schedule of Deferred Tax Assets and Liabilities [Table Text Block]	'
		December 29,			December 30,
		2013			2012
	Deferred tax assets:
	Unearned revenue	$	1,201			919
	Accrued compensation and benefits		4,181			3,570
	Deferred lease credits		11,633			8,450
	Stock-based compensation		3,020			2,362
	Advertising costs		1,061			733
	Foreign NOL/Other		4,670			2,470
	Other		2,734			2,501
	Total	$	28,500			21,005
	Deferred tax liabilities:
	Depreciation	$	50,974			48,423
	Goodwill and other amortization		1,391			1,466
	Future taxes on foreign earnings		4,670			2,470
	Total	$	57,035			52,359
Summary of Income Tax Contingencies [Table Text Block]	'
		Fiscal Years Ended
		December 29,			December 30,
		2013			2012
	Beginning of year	$	782		$	732
	Additions based on tax positions related to the current year		206			179
	Reductions based on tax positions related to prior years		(1	)		—
	Reductions based on expiration of statute of limitations		(162	)		(129	)
	End of year	$	825		$	782

Note_10_Stockholders_Equity_Ta

Note 10 - Stockholders' Equity (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Disclosure Text Block Supplement [Abstract]	'
Schedule of Share-based Compensation, Stock Options, Activity [Table Text Block]	'
			Number				Weighted				Average				Aggregate
			of shares				average				remaining				Intrinsic Value
							exercise price				contractual
											life (years)
	Outstanding, December 30, 2012			151,897			$	47.97				3.9			$	4,232
	Granted			39,498				87.53
	Exercised			(25,391	)			26.57
	Cancelled			(2,395	)			59.68
	Outstanding, December 29, 2013			163,609			$	60.67				3.9			$	13,974
	Exercisable, December 29, 2013			113,752				50.42				3.2				10,882
Schedule of Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, by Exercise Price Range [Table Text Block]	'
					Options outstanding												Options exercisable
	Range				Shares				Average				Weighted				Shares		Weighted
									remaining				average						average
									contractual				exercise						exercise
									life (years)				price						price
	$14.05	–	30.87			35,113				1.6			$	28.65				35,113	$	28.65
	31	–	48.35			35,685				2.8				44.29				35,685		44.29
	51.42	–	53.75			28,384				4				53.72				20,648		53.73
	87.53	–	94.42			64,427				5.6				90.26				22,306		91.41
						163,609												113,752
Schedule of Share-based Compensation, Restricted Stock and Restricted Stock Units Activity [Table Text Block]	'
			Number				Weighted
			of shares				average
							grant date
							fair value
	Outstanding, December 30, 2012			282,093			$	70.64
	Granted			163,066				87.49
	Vested			(147,876	)			54.99
	Cancelled			(18,163	)			73.85
	Outstanding, December 29, 2013			279,120			$	88.57

Note_11_Earnings_Per_Common_Sh1

Note 11 - Earnings Per Common Share (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]	'
Schedule of Earnings Per Share, Basic and Diluted [Table Text Block]	'
		Fiscal year ended December 29, 2013
		Earnings		Shares		Per-share
		(numerator)		(denominator)		amount
	Net earnings	$	71,554
	Earnings per common share		71,554		18,770,317	$	3.81
	Effect of dilutive securities – stock options		—		67,933
	Effect of dilutive securities – restricted stock units		—		33,915
	Earnings per common share – assuming dilution	$	71,554		18,872,165	$	3.79
		Fiscal year ended December 30, 2012
		Earnings		Shares		Per-share
		(numerator)		(denominator)		amount
	Net earnings	$	57,275
	Earnings per common share		57,275		18,582,205	$	3.08
	Effect of dilutive securities – stock options		—		79,693
	Effect of dilutive securities – restricted stock units		—		42,764
	Earnings per common share – assuming dilution	$	57,275		18,704,662	$	3.06
		Fiscal year ended December 25, 2011
		Earnings		Shares		Per-share
		(numerator)		(denominator)		amount
	Net earnings	$	50,426
	Earnings per common share		50,426		18,337,433	$	2.75
	Effect of dilutive securities – stock options		—		73,249
	Effect of dilutive securities – restricted stock units		—		72,415
	Earnings per common share – assuming dilution	$	50,426		18,483,097	$	2.73
Schedule of Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share [Table Text Block]	'
		December 29,		December 30,		December 25,
		2013		2012		2011
	Stock options		63,744		20,484		11,233
	Restricted stock units		279,120		282,093		360,280

Note_12_Supplemental_Disclosur1

Note 12 - Supplemental Disclosures of Cash Flow Information (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Supplemental Cash Flow Elements [Abstract]	'
Schedule of Cash Flow, Supplemental Disclosures [Table Text Block]	'
		Fiscal Years Ended
		December 29,			December 30,		December 25,
		2013			2012		2011
	Cash paid during the period for:
	Income taxes	$	27,361			19,675		6,755
	Noncash financing and investing transactions:
	Property and equipment not yet paid for		(3,039	)		3,138		(5,211	)
	Tax withholding for restricted stock units		7,200			4,418		5,828
	Goodwill adjustment		8			7		—

Note_13_Loss_on_Asset_Disposal1

Note 13 - Loss on Asset Disposals and Impairment (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Disclosure Text Block Supplement [Abstract]	'
Schedule of Restructuring Reserve by Type of Cost [Table Text Block]	'
		Fiscal Years Ended
		December 29,			December 30,			December 25,
		2013			2012			2011
	Beginning reserve balance	$	22			18			60
	Store closing costs incurred		38			413			205
	Costs paid		(47	)		(409	)		(247	)
	Ending reserve balance	$	13			22			18
Restructuring and Related Costs [Table Text Block]	'
		Fiscal Years Ended
		December 29,			December 30,			December 25,
		2013			2012			2011
	Store closing charges	$	38			413			205
	Long-lived asset impairment		1,118			—			—
	Miscellaneous asset write-offs		2,106			2,878			1,724
	Loss on asset disposals and impairment	$	3,262			3,291			1,929

Note_17_Acquisition_of_Franchi1

Note 17 - Acquisition of Franchised Restaurants (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Business Combinations [Abstract]	'
Schedule of Recognized Identified Assets Acquired and Liabilities Assumed [Table Text Block]	'
		Fiscal Years Ended
		December 29,		December 30,
		2013		2012
	Inventory, prepaids, and other assets	$	181	$	563
	Equipment and leasehold improvements		2,826		9,529
	Lease liabilities		—		(750	)
	Reacquired franchise rights		1,130		19,650
	Goodwill		160		14,588
	Total purchase price	$	4,297	$	43,580

Note_1_Nature_of_Business_and_2

Note 1 - Nature of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Details) (USD $)	0 Months Ended	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 30, 2012	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012	Dec. 25, 2011
Note 1 - Nature of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items]	'	'	'	'
Sales Revenue, Goods, Gross	$22,316	'	'	'
Franchise Revenue	1,536	81,368	76,567	67,083
Other Assets, Noncurrent	9,246	16,498	9,246	'
Asset Retirement Obligation	357	443	357	'
Royalty Revenue, Percent of Sales	'	'	5.00%	'
Advertising Expense	'	44,025	35,080	26,127
Advertising Fund, Percentage of Restaurant Sales	'	3.00%	'	'
Accrued Advertising	12,865	15,579	12,865	'
Gift Card Liability, Current	38,699	51,439	38,699	'
Allocated Share-based Compensation Expense	'	11,496	8,119	11,383
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Tax Benefit from Compensation Expense	'	3,913	2,670	3,929
Related to Remodels [Member] | Leasehold Improvements [Member]	'	'	'	'
Note 1 - Nature of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items]	'	'	'	'
Property, Plant and Equipment, Estimated Useful Lives	'	'5	'	'
Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) [Member]	'	'	'	'
Note 1 - Nature of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items]	'	'	'	'
Allocated Share-based Compensation Expense	'	9,899	6,710	'
Employee Stock Option [Member]	'	'	'	'
Note 1 - Nature of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items]	'	'	'	'
Allocated Share-based Compensation Expense	'	948	879	920
Employee Stock Purchase Plan [Member]	'	'	'	'
Note 1 - Nature of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items]	'	'	'	'
Allocated Share-based Compensation Expense	'	649	530	478
Restricted Stock [Member]	'	'	'	'
Note 1 - Nature of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items]	'	'	'	'
Allocated Share-based Compensation Expense	'	'	'	9,985
Leasehold Improvements [Member] | Minimum [Member]	'	'	'	'
Note 1 - Nature of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items]	'	'	'	'
Property, Plant and Equipment, Estimated Useful Lives	'	'five	'	'
Leasehold Improvements [Member] | Maximum [Member]	'	'	'	'
Note 1 - Nature of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items]	'	'	'	'
Property, Plant and Equipment, Estimated Useful Lives	'	'ten	'	'
Building [Member] | Minimum [Member]	'	'	'	'
Note 1 - Nature of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items]	'	'	'	'
Property, Plant and Equipment, Estimated Useful Lives	'	'10	'	'
Building [Member] | Maximum [Member]	'	'	'	'
Note 1 - Nature of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items]	'	'	'	'
Property, Plant and Equipment, Estimated Useful Lives	'	'20	'	'
Furniture and Equipment [Member] | Minimum [Member]	'	'	'	'
Note 1 - Nature of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items]	'	'	'	'
Property, Plant and Equipment, Estimated Useful Lives	'	'two	'	'
Furniture and Equipment [Member] | Maximum [Member]	'	'	'	'
Note 1 - Nature of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items]	'	'	'	'
Property, Plant and Equipment, Estimated Useful Lives	'	'eight	'	'
Trading Liabilities [Member] | Accrued Compensation and Benefits [Member]	'	'	'	'
Note 1 - Nature of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items]	'	'	'	'
Deferred Compensation Liability, Current and Noncurrent	6,172	7,409	6,172	'
Cost of Sales [Member]	'	'	'	'
Note 1 - Nature of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items]	'	'	'	'
Sales Allowances, Goods	'	8,548	8,731	7,032
Chicken Wings [Member]	'	'	'	'
Note 1 - Nature of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items]	'	'	'	'
Percentage of Cost of Sales	'	25.00%	27.00%	19.00%
Liquor Licenses [Member]	'	'	'	'
Note 1 - Nature of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items]	'	'	'	'
Other Assets, Noncurrent	$3,867	$4,834	$3,867	'
Company Owned [Member]	'	'	'	'
Note 1 - Nature of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items]	'	'	'	'
Number of Restaurants	381	434	381	319
Franchise [Member]	'	'	'	'
Note 1 - Nature of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items]	'	'	'	'
Number of Restaurants	510	559	510	498
Minimum [Member]	'	'	'	'
Note 1 - Nature of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items]	'	'	'	'
Franchise Agreements, Term	'	'10 years	'	'
Franchise Agreements, Extension Term	'	'5 years	'	'
Lessee Leasing Arrangements, Operating Leases, Term of Contract	'	'10 years	'	'
Lessee Leasing Arrangements, Operating Leases, Renewal Term	'	'3 years	'	'
Maximum [Member]	'	'	'	'
Note 1 - Nature of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Details) [Line Items]	'	'	'	'
Franchise Agreements, Term	'	'20 years	'	'
Franchise Agreements, Extension Term	'	'10 years	'	'
Lessee Leasing Arrangements, Operating Leases, Term of Contract	'	'15 years	'	'
Lessee Leasing Arrangements, Operating Leases, Renewal Term	'	'5 years	'	'

Note_1_Nature_of_Business_and_3

Note 1 - Nature of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Details) - Valuation Assumptions of Stock Options (Employee Stock Option [Member])	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012	Dec. 25, 2011
Employee Stock Option [Member]	'	'	'
Note 1 - Nature of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Details) - Valuation Assumptions of Stock Options [Line Items]	'	'	'
Expected dividend yield	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%
Expected stock price volatility	48.50%	53.60%	54.10%
Risk-free interest rate	0.80%	1.10%	2.20%
Expected life of options	'5 years	'5 years	'5 years

Note_1_Nature_of_Business_and_4

Note 1 - Nature of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Details) - Employee Stock Purchase Plan Valuation Model (Employee Stock Purchase Plan [Member])	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012	Dec. 25, 2011
Note 1 - Nature of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Details) - Employee Stock Purchase Plan Valuation Model [Line Items]	'	'	'
Expected dividend yield	0.00%	0.00%	0.00%
Risk-free interest rate	0.08%	0.15%	'
Expected life of options	'6 months	'6 months	'6 months
Minimum [Member]	'	'	'
Note 1 - Nature of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Details) - Employee Stock Purchase Plan Valuation Model [Line Items]	'	'	'
Expected stock price volatility	46.40%	48.10%	49.20%
Risk-free interest rate	'	'	0.04%
Maximum [Member]	'	'	'
Note 1 - Nature of Business and Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Details) - Employee Stock Purchase Plan Valuation Model [Line Items]	'	'	'
Expected stock price volatility	47.20%	48.70%	50.10%
Risk-free interest rate	'	'	0.07%

Note_2_Fair_Value_Measurements2

Note 2 - Fair Value Measurements (Details) (Underperforming Restaurants [Member], USD $)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012	Dec. 25, 2011
Underperforming Restaurants [Member]	'	'	'
Note 2 - Fair Value Measurements (Details) [Line Items]	'	'	'
Impairment of Long-Lived Assets Held-for-use (in Dollars)	$1,118,000	$0	$0
Number of Restaurants	2	'	'

Note_2_Fair_Value_Measurements3

Note 2 - Fair Value Measurements (Details) - Fair Value Measurements (USD $)	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Assets	'	'
Cash Equivalents	$33,587	$5,280
Marketable Securities	7,584	6,809
Restricted Assets	5,823	5,813
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 1 [Member]	'	'
Assets	'	'
Cash Equivalents	33,587	5,280
Marketable Securities	7,584	6,297
Restricted Assets	5,823	1,138
Fair Value, Inputs, Level 2 [Member]	'	'
Assets	'	'
Marketable Securities	'	512
Restricted Assets	'	$4,675

Note_3_Marketable_Securities_D

Note 3 - Marketable Securities (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012	Dec. 25, 2011
Investments, Debt and Equity Securities [Abstract]	'	'	'
Proceeds from Sale of Available-for-sale Securities	$512	$115,151	$70,955
Payments to Acquire Available-for-sale Securities	0	115,737	58,932
Proceeds from Maturities, Prepayments and Calls of Held-to-maturity Securities	2,770	'	'
Payments to Acquire Held-to-maturity Securities	0	17,000	38,142
Proceeds from Sale of Held-to-maturity Securities	'	48,357	43,383
Held-to-maturity Securities, Fair Value	'	$2,770	$34,640

Note_3_Marketable_Securities_D1

Note 3 - Marketable Securities (Details) - Marketable Securities (USD $)	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Held-to-maturity	'	'
Municipal securities	'	$2,770
Available-for-sale	'	'
Municipal securities	'	512
Trading	'	'
Mutual funds	7,584	6,297
Total	$7,584	$9,579

Note_4_Property_and_Equipment_1

Note 4 - Property and Equipment (Details) - Property and Equipment (USD $)	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Property and Equipment [Abstract]	'	'
Construction in process	$18,792	$23,744
Buildings	72,939	53,962
Furniture, fixtures, and equipment	254,484	212,729
Leasehold improvements	380,155	313,354
Property and equipment, gross	726,370	603,789
Less accumulated depreciation	-285,832	-217,219
Property and equipment, net	$440,538	$386,570

Note_5_Goodwill_and_Other_Inta2

Note 5 - Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets (Details) (Reacquired Franchise Rights [Member], USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012	Dec. 25, 2011
Reacquired Franchise Rights [Member]	'	'	'
Note 5 - Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets (Details) [Line Items]	'	'	'
Amortization of Intangible Assets	$5,097	$3,308	$910
Acquired Finite-lived Intangible Assets, Weighted Average Useful Life	'13 years	'	'

Note_5_Goodwill_and_Other_Inta3

Note 5 - Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets (Details) - Goodwill (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012
Goodwill [Abstract]	'	'
Beginning of year	$32,365	$17,770
Additions	160	14,588
Adjustments	8	7
End of year	$32,533	$32,365

Note_5_Goodwill_and_Other_Inta4

Note 5 - Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets (Details) - Reacquired Franchise Rights (USD $)	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]	'	'
Accumulated amortization	($10,747)	($5,650)
Reacquired franchise rights, net	33,403	37,370
Reacquired Franchise Rights [Member]	'	'
Finite-Lived Intangible Assets [Line Items]	'	'
Reacquired franchise rights	$44,150	$43,020

Note_5_Goodwill_and_Other_Inta5

Note 5 - Goodwill and Other Intangible Assets (Details) - Estimated Future Amortization Expense (USD $)	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Estimated Future Amortization Expense [Abstract]	'	'
2014	$4,533	'
2015	4,139	'
2016	3,793	'
2017	3,392	'
2018	3,127	'
Thereafter	14,419	'
Total future amortization expense	$33,403	$37,370

Note_6_Investments_in_Affiliat1

Note 6 - Investments in Affiliates (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended			1 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012	Dec. 25, 2011	Mar. 31, 2013	Dec. 29, 2013
				PizzaRev [Member]	PizzaRev [Member]
Note 6 - Investments in Affiliates (Details) [Line Items]	'	'	'	'	'
Payments to Acquire Businesses, Net of Cash Acquired (in Dollars)	$10,288	$43,580	$33,744	$6,000	'
Number of Restaurants	'	'	'	'	6

Note_7_Lease_Commitments_Detai

Note 7 - Lease Commitments (Details) - Future minimum rental payments due (USD $)	Dec. 29, 2013
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Operating Lease [Member]	'
Note 7 - Lease Commitments (Details) - Future minimum rental payments due [Line Items]	'
2014	$57,859
2015	56,828
2016	54,991
2017	52,168
2018	47,318
Thereafter	271,876
Total future minimum lease payments	541,040
Restaurants Under Development [Member]	'
Note 7 - Lease Commitments (Details) - Future minimum rental payments due [Line Items]	'
2014	2,783
2015	4,699
2016	4,708
2017	4,722
2018	4,737
Thereafter	45,333
Total future minimum lease payments	$66,982

Note_7_Lease_Commitments_Detai1

Note 7 - Lease Commitments (Details) - Rent expense (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012	Dec. 25, 2011
Rent expense [Abstract]	'	'	'
Minimum rents	$53,651	$43,780	$36,647
Percentage rents	715	608	371
Total	54,366	44,388	37,018
Equipment and auto leases	$1,000	$479	$452

Note_8_Revolving_Credit_Facili1

Note 8 - Revolving Credit Facility (Details) (USD $)

1 Months Ended

12 Months Ended

Feb. 28, 2013

Dec. 29, 2013

Dec. 29, 2013

Dec. 29, 2013

Dec. 29, 2013

Dec. 29, 2013

Dec. 29, 2013

Dec. 29, 2013

Dec. 29, 2013

Dec. 29, 2013

Dec. 29, 2013

Dec. 29, 2013

LIBOR Election 1, Leverage Ratio Less than or Equal to .50 [Member]

LIBOR Election 1, Leverage Ratio Greater than or Equal to .51 [Member]

LIBOR Election 2, Leverage Ratio Less than or Equal to .50 [Member]

LIBOR Election 2, Leverage Ratio Greater than or Equal to .51 [Member]

Maximum Leverage Ratio for 0.15% Commitment Fee [Member]

Minimum Leverage Ratio for 0.20% Commitment Fee [Member]

Interest Rate Terms [Member]

Requirements [Member]

Minimum [Member]

Maximum [Member]

Note 8 - Revolving Credit Facility (Details) [Line Items]

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Revolving Credit Facility Term

'3 years

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'

'

Line of Credit Facility, Maximum Borrowing Capacity (in Dollars)

$100,000

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'

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'

Line of Credit Facility, Covenant Terms

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'A loan under the facility shall bear interest at a rate per annum equal to, at our election, either (i) LIBOR for an interest period of one month, reset daily, plus 0.875%, if our consolidated total leverage ratio is less than or equal to 0.50, or plus 1.125% if our total leverage ratio is greater than or equal to 0.51, or (ii) LIBOR for an interest period of one, two, three, six, or twelve months, reset at the end of the selected interest period, plus 0.875%, if our consolidated total leverage ratio is less than or equal to 0.50, or plus 1.125% if our consolidated total leverage ratio is greater than or equal to 0.51

'The Credit Agreement requires us to maintain (a) consolidated coverage ratio as of the end of each fiscal quarter at no less than 2.50 to 1.00, (b) consolidated total leverage ratio as of the end of each fiscal quarter at no more than 2.00 to 1.00, and (c) minimum EBITDA during any consecutive four-quarter period at no less than $100,000. The Credit Agreement also contains other customary affirmative and negative covenants, including covenants that restrict the right of the Company and its subsidiaries to merge, to lease, sell, or otherwise dispose of assets, to make investments and to grant liens on their assets.

'

'

Debt Instrument, Basis Spread on Variable Rate

'

'

0.88%

1.13%

0.88%

1.13%

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'

Leverage Ratio

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0.5

'

0.5

0.51

0.5

0.51

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(in Dollars)

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0.51

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'

Line of Credit Facility, Amount Outstanding (in Dollars)

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0

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'

Line of Credit Facility, Unused Capacity, Commitment Fee Percentage

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'

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0.15%

0.20%

Coverage Ratio

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'2.50

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Consolidated Total Leverage Ratio

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'

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'2.00

Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation and Amortization (in Dollars)

'

'

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'

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$100,000

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Note_9_Income_Taxes_Details

Note 9 - Income Taxes (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012	Dec. 25, 2011
Note 9 - Income Taxes (Details) [Line Items]	'	'	'
Effective Income Tax Rate Reconciliation, at Federal Statutory Income Tax Rate, Percent	35.00%	'	'
Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Income Tax Penalties and Interest Accrued	$71	$68	'
Unrecognized Tax Benefits that Would Impact Effective Tax Rate	545	509	476
Income Tax Expense (Benefit) [Member]	'	'	'
Note 9 - Income Taxes (Details) [Line Items]	'	'	'
Unrecognized Tax Benefits, Income Tax Penalties and Interest Expense	$2	($5)	($18)

Note_9_Income_Taxes_Details_Co

Note 9 - Income Taxes (Details) - Components of Income (Loss) Before Taxes (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012	Dec. 25, 2011
Components of Income (Loss) Before Taxes [Abstract]	'	'	'
United States	$111,011	$89,430	$75,813
Foreign	-9,476	-6,062	-2,911
Total earnings before taxes	$101,535	$83,368	$72,902

Note_9_Income_Taxes_Details_Pr

Note 9 - Income Taxes (Details) - Provision for Income Taxes (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012	Dec. 25, 2011
Current:	'	'	'
Federal	$26,598	$22,642	$6,009
State	5,592	4,285	3,651
Deferred:	'	'	'
Federal	728	1,286	13,297
State	-737	-525	394
Foreign	-2,200	-1,595	-875
Total income tax expense	$29,981	$26,093	$22,476

Note_9_Income_Taxes_Details_Re

Note 9 - Income Taxes (Details) - Reconciliation of the Expected Federal Income Taxes (Benefits) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012	Dec. 25, 2011
Reconciliation of the Expected Federal Income Taxes (Benefits) [Abstract]	'	'	'
Expected federal income tax expense	$35,537	$29,179	$25,516
State income tax expense, net of federal effect	3,145	2,433	2,660
General business credits	-8,097	-6,006	-5,808
Other, net	-604	487	108
Total income tax expense	$29,981	$26,093	$22,476

Note_9_Income_Taxes_Details_De

Note 9 - Income Taxes (Details) - Deferred Tax Assets and Liabilities (USD $)	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Deferred tax assets:	'	'
Unearned revenue	$1,201	$919
Accrued compensation and benefits	4,181	3,570
Deferred lease credits	11,633	8,450
Stock-based compensation	3,020	2,362
Advertising costs	1,061	733
Foreign NOL/Other	4,670	2,470
Other	2,734	2,501
Total	28,500	21,005
Deferred tax liabilities:	'	'
Depreciation	50,974	48,423
Goodwill and other amortization	1,391	1,466
Future taxes on foreign earnings	4,670	2,470
Total	$57,035	$52,359

Note_9_Income_Taxes_Details_Re1

Note 9 - Income Taxes (Details) - Reconciliation of Unrecognized Tax Benefits (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012
Reconciliation of Unrecognized Tax Benefits [Abstract]	'	'
Beginning of year	$782	$732
Additions based on tax positions related to the current year	206	179
Reductions based on tax positions related to prior years	-1	'
Reductions based on expiration of statute of limitations	-162	-129
End of year	$825	$782

Note_10_Stockholders_Equity_De

Note 10 - Stockholders' Equity (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012	Dec. 25, 2011
Note 10 - Stockholders' Equity (Details) [Line Items]	'	'	'
Closing Stock Price (in Dollars per share)	$146.08	'	'
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Exercises in Period, Intrinsic Value	$2,159,000	$2,887,000	$1,700,000
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Vested in Period, Fair Value	1,028,000	852,000	751,000
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Options, Grants in Period, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value (in Dollars per share)	$37.09	$43.97	$26.07
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Grants in Period, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value (in Dollars per share)	$87.49	'	'
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Shares Issued in Period (in Shares)	26,612	26,742	30,127
Incentive Stock Options [Member] | Equity Incentive Plan [Member]	'	'	'
Note 10 - Stockholders' Equity (Details) [Line Items]	'	'	'
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Award Vesting Period, Number of Installments	4	'	'
Incentive Stock Options [Member] | Equity Incentive Plan [Member] | Minimum [Member]	'	'	'
Note 10 - Stockholders' Equity (Details) [Line Items]	'	'	'
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award Contractual Life	'7 years	'	'
Incentive Stock Options [Member] | Equity Incentive Plan [Member] | Maximum [Member]	'	'	'
Note 10 - Stockholders' Equity (Details) [Line Items]	'	'	'
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award Contractual Life	'10 years	'	'
Nonqualified Stock Options [Member] | Equity Incentive Plan [Member]	'	'	'
Note 10 - Stockholders' Equity (Details) [Line Items]	'	'	'
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Award Vesting Period	'4 years	'	'
Nonqualified Stock Options [Member] | Equity Incentive Plan [Member] | Minimum [Member]	'	'	'
Note 10 - Stockholders' Equity (Details) [Line Items]	'	'	'
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award Contractual Life	'7 years	'	'
Nonqualified Stock Options [Member] | Equity Incentive Plan [Member] | Maximum [Member]	'	'	'
Note 10 - Stockholders' Equity (Details) [Line Items]	'	'	'
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award Contractual Life	'10 years	'	'
Equity Incentive Plan [Member]	'	'	'
Note 10 - Stockholders' Equity (Details) [Line Items]	'	'	'
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Nonvested Awards, Compensation Cost Not yet Recognized	1,590,000	'	'
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Nonvested Awards, Compensation Cost Not yet Recognized, Period for Recognition	'2 years 146 days	'	'
Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) [Member]	'	'	'
Note 10 - Stockholders' Equity (Details) [Line Items]	'	'	'
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Award Vesting Period	'3 years	'	'
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Nonvested Awards, Compensation Cost Not yet Recognized	12,372,000	'	'
Employee Service Share-based Compensation, Nonvested Awards, Compensation Cost Not yet Recognized, Period for Recognition	'1 year 292 days	'	'
Share-based Compensation Arrangement By Share-based Payment Award, Award Vesting Requirement, Duration of Earnings Target	'3 years	'	'
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Vested in Period, Fair Value	8,132,000	7,585,000	'
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Equity Instruments Other than Options, Grants in Period, Weighted Average Grant Date Fair Value (in Dollars per share)	$87.49	$92.71	$53.94
Restricted Stock or Unit Expense	$9,899,000	$6,710,000	'
Equity Incentive Plan [Member]	'	'	'
Note 10 - Stockholders' Equity (Details) [Line Items]	'	'	'
Common Stock, Capital Shares Reserved for Future Issuance (in Shares)	5,400,000	'	'
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Number of Shares Available for Grant (in Shares)	1,335,277	'	'
Employee Stock Purchase Plan [Member]	'	'	'
Note 10 - Stockholders' Equity (Details) [Line Items]	'	'	'
Common Stock, Capital Shares Reserved for Future Issuance (in Shares)	600,000	'	'
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award, Number of Shares Available for Grant (in Shares)	221,308	'	'
Share Based Compensation Arrangement by Share Based Payment Award Market Price Less Discount	85.00%	'	'

Note_10_Stockholders_Equity_De1

Note 10 - Stockholders' Equity (Details) - Stock Options Activity (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012
Stock Options Activity [Abstract]	'	'
Outstanding, December 30, 2012	'	151,897
Outstanding, December 30, 2012 (in Dollars per share)	'	$47.97
Outstanding, December 30, 2012	'3 years 328 days	'3 years 328 days
Outstanding, December 30, 2012 (in Dollars)	'	$4,232
Granted	39,498	'
Granted (in Dollars per share)	$87.53	'
Exercised	-25,391	'
Exercised (in Dollars per share)	$26.57	'
Cancelled	-2,395	'
Cancelled (in Dollars per share)	$59.68	'
Outstanding, December 29, 2013	163,609	'
Outstanding, December 29, 2013 (in Dollars per share)	$60.67	'
Outstanding, December 29, 2013	'3 years 328 days	'3 years 328 days
Outstanding, December 29, 2013 (in Dollars)	13,974	'
Exercisable, December 29, 2013	113,752	'
Exercisable, December 29, 2013 (in Dollars per share)	$50.42	'
Exercisable, December 29, 2013	'3 years 73 days	'
Exercisable, December 29, 2013 (in Dollars)	$10,882	'

Note_10_Stockholders_Equity_De2

Note 10 - Stockholders' Equity (Details) - Stock Options Outstanding (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012	Dec. 25, 2011
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range [Line Items]	'	'	'
Shares - Options outstanding (in Shares)	163,609	'	151,897
Average remaining contractual life (years) - Options outstanding	'3 years 328 days	'3 years 328 days	'
Weighted average exercise price - Options outstanding	$60.67	'	$47.97
Shares - Options exercisable (in Shares)	113,752	'	'
Weighted average exercise price - Options exercisable	$50.42	'	'
One [Member]	'	'	'
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range [Line Items]	'	'	'
Lower Range	$14.05	'	'
Upper Range	$30.87	'	'
Shares - Options outstanding (in Shares)	35,113	'	'
Average remaining contractual life (years) - Options outstanding	'1 year 219 days	'	'
Weighted average exercise price - Options outstanding	$28.65	'	'
Shares - Options exercisable (in Shares)	35,113	'	'
Weighted average exercise price - Options exercisable	$28.65	'	'
Two [Member]	'	'	'
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range [Line Items]	'	'	'
Lower Range	$31	'	'
Upper Range	$48.35	'	'
Shares - Options outstanding (in Shares)	35,685	'	'
Average remaining contractual life (years) - Options outstanding	'2 years 292 days	'	'
Weighted average exercise price - Options outstanding	$44.29	'	'
Shares - Options exercisable (in Shares)	35,685	'	'
Weighted average exercise price - Options exercisable	$44.29	'	'
Three [Member]	'	'	'
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range [Line Items]	'	'	'
Lower Range	$51.42	'	'
Upper Range	$53.75	'	'
Shares - Options outstanding (in Shares)	28,384	'	'
Average remaining contractual life (years) - Options outstanding	'4 years	'	'
Weighted average exercise price - Options outstanding	$53.72	'	'
Shares - Options exercisable (in Shares)	20,648	'	'
Weighted average exercise price - Options exercisable	$53.73	'	'
Four [Member]	'	'	'
Share-based Compensation, Shares Authorized under Stock Option Plans, Exercise Price Range [Line Items]	'	'	'
Lower Range	$87.53	'	'
Upper Range	$94.42	'	'
Shares - Options outstanding (in Shares)	64,427	'	'
Average remaining contractual life (years) - Options outstanding	'5 years 219 days	'	'
Weighted average exercise price - Options outstanding	$90.26	'	'
Shares - Options exercisable (in Shares)	22,306	'	'
Weighted average exercise price - Options exercisable	$91.41	'	'

Note_10_Stockholders_Equity_De3

Note 10 - Stockholders' Equity (Details) - Restricted Stock Activity (USD $)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Restricted Stock Activity [Abstract]	'
Outstanding, December 30, 2012	282,093
Outstanding, December 30, 2012 (in Dollars per share)	$70.64
Granted	163,066
Granted (in Dollars per share)	$87.49
Vested	-147,876
Vested (in Dollars per share)	$54.99
Cancelled	-18,163
Cancelled (in Dollars per share)	$73.85
Outstanding, December 29, 2013	279,120
Outstanding, December 29, 2013 (in Dollars per share)	$88.57

Note_11_Earnings_Per_Common_Sh2

Note 11 - Earnings Per Common Share (Details) - Reconciliation of Basic and Fully Diluted Earnings Per Common Share (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, except Share data, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012	Dec. 25, 2011
Note 11 - Earnings Per Common Share (Details) - Reconciliation of Basic and Fully Diluted Earnings Per Common Share [Line Items]	'	'	'
Net earnings (in Dollars)	$71,554	$57,275	$50,426
Earnings per common share (in Dollars)	71,554	57,275	50,426
Earnings per common share	18,770,317	18,582,205	18,337,433
Earnings per common share (in Dollars per share)	$3.81	$3.08	$2.75
Earnings per common share – assuming dilution (in Dollars)	$71,554	$57,275	$50,426
Earnings per common share – assuming dilution	18,872,165	18,704,662	18,483,097
Earnings per common share – assuming dilution (in Dollars per share)	$3.79	$3.06	$2.73
Equity Option [Member]	'	'	'
Note 11 - Earnings Per Common Share (Details) - Reconciliation of Basic and Fully Diluted Earnings Per Common Share [Line Items]	'	'	'
Effect of dilutive securities	67,933	79,693	73,249
Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) [Member]	'	'	'
Note 11 - Earnings Per Common Share (Details) - Reconciliation of Basic and Fully Diluted Earnings Per Common Share [Line Items]	'	'	'
Effect of dilutive securities	33,915	42,764	72,415

Note_11_Earnings_Per_Common_Sh3

Note 11 - Earnings Per Common Share (Details) - Securities Excluded From Fully Diluted Calculations	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012	Dec. 25, 2011
Equity Option [Member]	'	'	'
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share [Line Items]	'	'	'
Antidilutive securities excluded from fully diluted computations	63,744	20,484	11,233
Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) [Member]	'	'	'
Antidilutive Securities Excluded from Computation of Earnings Per Share [Line Items]	'	'	'
Antidilutive securities excluded from fully diluted computations	279,120	282,093	360,280

Note_12_Supplemental_Disclosur2

Note 12 - Supplemental Disclosures of Cash Flow Information (Details) - Supplemental Disclosures of Cash Flow Information (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012	Dec. 25, 2011
Cash paid during the period for:	'	'	'
Income taxes	$27,361	$19,675	$6,755
Noncash financing and investing transactions:	'	'	'
Property and equipment not yet paid for	-3,039	3,138	-5,211
Tax withholding for restricted stock units	7,200	4,418	5,828
Goodwill adjustment	$8	$7	'

Note_13_Loss_on_Asset_Disposal2

Note 13 - Loss on Asset Disposals and Impairment (Details) (Underperforming Restaurants [Member], USD $)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012	Dec. 25, 2011
Underperforming Restaurants [Member]	'	'	'
Note 13 - Loss on Asset Disposals and Impairment (Details) [Line Items]	'	'	'
Number of Restaurants	2	'	'
Impairment of Long-Lived Assets Held-for-use	$1,118,000	$0	$0

Note_13_Loss_on_Asset_Disposal3

Note 13 - Loss on Asset Disposals and Impairment (Details) - Store Closing Reserve (Facility Closing [Member], USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012	Dec. 25, 2011
Facility Closing [Member]	'	'	'
Note 13 - Loss on Asset Disposals and Impairment (Details) - Store Closing Reserve [Line Items]	'	'	'
Beginning reserve balance	$22	$18	$60
Store closing costs incurred	38	413	205
Costs paid	-47	-409	-247
Ending reserve balance	$13	$22	$18

Note_13_Loss_on_Asset_Disposal4

Note 13 - Loss on Asset Disposals and Impairment (Details) - Summary of Loss on Asset Disposals and Impairment Charges Recognized (USD $)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012	Dec. 25, 2011
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]	'	'	'
Store closing charges	$38,000	$413,000	$205,000
Miscellaneous asset write-offs	2,106,000	2,878,000	1,724,000
Loss on asset disposals and impairment	3,262,000	3,291,000	1,929,000
Underperforming Restaurants [Member]	'	'	'
Restructuring Cost and Reserve [Line Items]	'	'	'
Long-lived asset impairment	$1,118,000	'	'

Note_14_Defined_Contribution_P1

Note 14 - Defined Contribution Plans (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012	Dec. 25, 2011
Note 14 - Defined Contribution Plans (Details) [Line Items]	'	'	'
Defined Contribution Plan, Employer Discretionary Contribution Amount (in Dollars)	$1,710	$1,660	$1,249
Deferred Compensation Arrangement with Individual, Employer Contribution (in Dollars)	$584	$517	$435
First Percent [Member]	'	'	'
Note 14 - Defined Contribution Plans (Details) [Line Items]	'	'	'
Defined Contribution Plan, Employer Matching Contribution, Percent of Match	100.00%	'	'
Defined Contribution Plan, Employer Matching Contribution, Percent of Employees' Gross Pay	3.00%	'	'
Second Percent [Member]	'	'	'
Note 14 - Defined Contribution Plans (Details) [Line Items]	'	'	'
Defined Contribution Plan, Employer Matching Contribution, Percent of Employees' Gross Pay	2.00%	'	'
Defined Contribution Plan, Maximum Annual Contributions Per Employee, Percent	50.00%	'	'
Minimum [Member]	'	'	'
Note 14 - Defined Contribution Plans (Details) [Line Items]	'	'	'
Defined Contribution Plan, Maximum Annual Contributions Per Employee, Percent	5.00%	'	'
Maximum [Member]	'	'	'
Note 14 - Defined Contribution Plans (Details) [Line Items]	'	'	'
Defined Contribution Plan, Maximum Annual Contributions Per Employee, Percent	12.50%	'	'

Note_17_Acquisition_of_Franchi2

Note 17 - Acquisition of Franchised Restaurants (Details) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012
Note 17 - Acquisition of Franchised Restaurants (Details) [Line Items]	'	'
Business Combination, Consideration Transferred (in Dollars)	$4,297	$43,580
Franchise [Member]	'	'
Note 17 - Acquisition of Franchised Restaurants (Details) [Line Items]	'	'
Number of Businesses Acquired	3	18

Note_17_Acquisition_of_Franchi3

Note 17 - Acquisition of Franchised Restaurants (Details) - Assets Acquired Through Business Combination (USD $)	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012	Dec. 25, 2011
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Note 17 - Acquisition of Franchised Restaurants (Details) - Assets Acquired Through Business Combination [Line Items]	'	'	'
Inventory, prepaids, and other assets	$181	$563	'
Equipment and leasehold improvements	2,826	9,529	'
Lease liabilities	'	-750	'
Reacquired franchise rights	1,130	19,650	'
Goodwill	32,533	32,365	17,770
Total purchase price	4,297	43,580	'
Franchise Restaurants [Member]	'	'	'
Note 17 - Acquisition of Franchised Restaurants (Details) - Assets Acquired Through Business Combination [Line Items]	'	'	'
Goodwill	$160	$14,588	'