FoodFirst Global Restaurants (BBRG) 10-K 3 Mar 14 2013 FY Annual report Financial data

Document_and_Entity_Informatio

Document and Entity Information (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Millions, except Share data, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 29, 2013	Feb. 28, 2014	Jun. 30, 2013
Document Documentand Entity Information [Abstract]	'	'	'
Document Type	'10-K	'	'
Amendment Flag	'false	'	'
Document Period End Date	29-Dec-13	'	'
Document Fiscal Year Focus	'2013	'	'
Document Fiscal Period Focus	'FY	'	'
Trading Symbol	'BBRG	'	'
Entity Registrant Name	'BRAVO BRIO RESTAURANT GROUP, INC.	'	'
Entity Central Index Key	'0001495479	'	'
Current Fiscal Year End Date	'--12-29	'	'
Entity Well-known Seasoned Issuer	'No	'	'
Entity Current Reporting Status	'Yes	'	'
Entity Voluntary Filers	'No	'	'
Entity Filer Category	'Accelerated Filer	'	'
Entity Common Stock, Shares Outstanding	'	19,364,154	'
Entity Public Float	'	'	$349.40

Consolidated_Balance_Sheets

Consolidated Balance Sheets (USD $)	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Current assets	'	'
Cash and cash equivalents	$7,640	$13,717
Accounts receivable	8,181	7,728
Tenant improvement allowance receivable	1,386	1,638
Inventories	2,941	3,023
Deferred income taxes	2,625	2,304
Prepaid expenses and other current assets	5,434	2,547
Total current assets	28,207	30,957
Property and equipment, net	169,127	175,969
Deferred income taxes, net	53,381	52,068
Other assets, net	4,137	4,344
Total assets	254,852	263,338
Current liabilities	'	'
Trade and construction payables	8,781	10,695
Accrued expenses	23,651	24,724
Current portion of long-term debt	2,082	2,704
Deferred lease incentives	7,021	6,430
Deferred gift card revenue	12,876	12,210
Total current liabilities	54,411	56,763
Deferred lease incentives	60,539	64,761
Long-term debt	13,611	20,382
Other long-term liabilities	22,515	21,149
Commitments and contingencies (Note 12)	'	'
Shareholders’ equity	'	'
Common shares, no par value per share— authorized 100,000,000 shares; 19,991,927 shares issued at December 29, 2013; and 19,820,428 shares issued at December 30, 2012	197,913	195,512
Preferred shares, no par value per share— authorized 5,000,000; and 0 shares issued and outstanding at December 29, 2013 and December 30, 2012	0	0
Treasury shares, 633,273 shares at December 29, 2013; and 224,172 shares at December 30, 2012	-9,378	-2,927
Retained deficit	-84,759	-92,302
Total shareholders’ equity	103,776	100,283
Total liabilities and shareholders’ equity	$254,852	$263,338

Consolidated_Balance_Sheets_Pa

Consolidated Balance Sheets (Parenthetical) (USD $)	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012
Common shares, par value	$0	$0
Common shares, shares issued	100,000,000	100,000,000
Common shares, shares issued	19,991,927	19,820,428
Common shares, shares outstanding	19,358,654	19,596,256
Preferred shares, par value	$0	$0
Preferred shares, shares authorized	5,000,000	5,000,000
Preferred shares, shares issued	0	0
Preferred shares, shares outstanding	0	0
Treasury shares, shares	633,273	224,172

Consolidated_Statements_of_Ope

Consolidated Statements of Operations (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 29, 2013		Dec. 30, 2012		Dec. 25, 2011
Revenues	$411,091		$409,065		$369,245
Costs and expenses	'		'		'
Cost of sales	105,628		106,716		98,175
Labor	143,097		139,917		124,352
Operating	64,970		62,016		56,578
Occupancy	28,506		26,088		23,424
General and administrative expenses	22,697		23,684		21,234
Restaurant pre-opening costs	3,560		4,492		4,803
Asset impairment charges	14,196		4,060		2,229
Depreciation and amortization	20,019		18,939		16,983
Total costs and expenses	402,673		385,912		347,778
Income from operations	8,418		23,153		21,467
Interest expense, net	1,143		1,353		1,711
Income before income taxes	7,275		21,800		19,756
Income tax (benefit) expense	-268		5,652		-56,688
Net income	$7,543		$16,148		$76,444
Net income per share — basic	$0.39	[1]	$0.82		$3.96
Net income per share — diluted	$0.37	[1]	$0.78	[1]	$3.72
Weighted average shares outstanding — basic	19,542		19,584		19,322
Weighted average shares outstanding — diluted	20,432		20,612		20,550
[1]	Sum of the quarterly amounts do not equal the total year amount due to rounding.

Consolidated_Statements_of_Sha

Consolidated Statements of Shareholders' Equity (Deficiency In Assets) (USD $)	Total	Common Shares	Preferred Shares	Retained Deficit	Treasury Shares
In Thousands, except Share data, unless otherwise specified
Beginning balance at Dec. 26, 2010	$6,403	$191,297	$0	($184,894)	'
Beginning balance (in shares) at Dec. 26, 2010	'	19,250,500	0	'	'
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]	'	'	'	'	'
Net income	76,444	'	'	76,444	'
Share-based compensation costs	1,731	1,731	'	'	'
Share-based compensation costs	1,731	'	'	'	'
Proceeds from the exercise of stock options, shares	'	153,378	'	'	'
Proceeds from the exercise of stock options	213	213	'	'	'
Issuance of shares of restricted stock, shares	'	107,519	'	'	'
Issuance of shares of restricted stock	'	0	'	'	'
Shares withheld from restricted stock vesting for minimum tax withholdings, shares	'	-34,838	'	'	'
Shares withheld from restricted stock vesting for minimum tax withholdings	-641	-641	'	'	'
Excess tax deficiency from share based payments	434	434	'	'	'
Ending balance at Dec. 25, 2011	84,584	193,034	'	-108,450	'
Ending balance (in shares) at Dec. 25, 2011	'	19,476,559	'	'	'
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]	'	'	'	'	'
Net income	16,148	'	'	16,148	'
Share-based compensation costs	2,355	2,355	'	'	'
Proceeds from the exercise of stock options, shares	'	268,633	'	'	'
Proceeds from the exercise of stock options	383	383	'	'	'
Purchase of treasury shares, shares	'	'	'	'	-224,172
Purchase of treasury shares	-2,927	'	'	'	-2,927
Issuance of restricted shares (in shares)	'	102,719	'	'	'
Shares withheld from restricted stock vesting for minimum tax withholdings, shares	'	-27,483	'	'	'
Shares withheld from restricted stock vesting for minimum tax withholdings	-347	-347	'	'	'
Excess tax deficiency from share based payments	87	87	'	'	'
Ending balance at Dec. 30, 2012	100,283	195,512	'	-92,302	-2,927
Ending balance (in shares) at Dec. 30, 2012	'	19,820,428	'	'	-224,172
Increase (Decrease) in Stockholders' Equity [Roll Forward]	'	'	'	'	'
Net income	7,543	'	'	7,543	'
Share-based compensation costs	2,884	2,884	'	'	'
Proceeds from the exercise of stock options, shares	'	76,775	'	'	'
Proceeds from the exercise of stock options	111	111	'	'	'
Purchase of treasury shares, shares	'	'	'	'	-409,101
Purchase of treasury shares	-6,451	'	'	'	-6,451
Issuance of restricted shares (in shares)	'	129,056	'	'	'
Shares withheld from restricted stock vesting for minimum tax withholdings, shares	'	-34,332	'	'	'
Shares withheld from restricted stock vesting for minimum tax withholdings	-510	-510	'	'	'
Excess tax deficiency from share based payments	-84	-84	'	'	'
Ending balance at Dec. 29, 2013	$103,776	$197,913	'	($84,759)	($9,378)
Ending balance (in shares) at Dec. 29, 2013	'	19,991,927	'	'	-633,273

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 flow provided by operating activities:	'	'	'
Net income	$7,543	$16,148	$76,444
Adjustments to reconcile net income to net cash provided by operating activities:	'	'	'
Depreciation and amortization (excluding deferred lease incentives)	20,417	19,291	17,350
Loss on disposals of property and equipment	1,445	426	562
Impairment of assets	14,196	4,060	2,229
Amortization of deferred lease incentives	-10,380	-6,116	-5,700
Stock compensation costs	2,884	2,355	1,731
Deferred income taxes	-1,634	3,767	-58,139
Changes in certain assets and liabilities:	'	'	'
Accounts and tenant improvement receivables	-201	-1,744	-2,236
Inventories	82	-256	-352
Prepaid expenses and other current assets	-2,887	-180	-138
Trade and construction payables	-857	-2,109	3,378
Deferred lease incentives	6,749	9,103	14,331
Deferred gift card revenue	666	1,347	1,138
Other accrued liabilities	-1,220	4,541	-967
Other — net	932	1,667	1,967
Net cash provided by operating activities	37,735	52,300	51,598
Cash flow used in investing activities:	'	'	'
Purchase of property and equipment	-29,779	-36,387	-35,542
Proceeds from sale of property and equipment	147	0	0
Net cash used in investing activities	-29,632	-36,387	-35,542
Cash flow used in financing activities:	'	'	'
Payments on long-term debt	-7,393	-9,485	-8,429
Proceeds from the exercise of stock options	111	383	213
Excess tax benefit from share based payments	63	87	434
Shares withheld from restricted stock vesting for minimum tax withholdings	-510	-347	-641
Repurchase of treasury shares	-6,451	-2,927	0
Net cash used in financing activities	-14,180	-12,289	-8,423
Net (decrease)/increase in cash equivalents:	-6,077	3,624	7,633
Cash and equivalents — beginning of year	13,717	10,093	2,460
Cash and equivalents — end of year	7,640	13,717	10,093
Supplemental disclosures of cash flow information:	'	'	'
Interest paid	769	1,024	1,398
Income taxes paid, net	1,587	1,615	1,240
Property additions financed by trade and construction payables	$668	$1,725	$1,979

Summary_of_Significant_Account

Summary of Significant Accounting Policies	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Accounting Policies [Abstract]	'
Summary of Significant Accounting Policies	'
	SUMMARY OF SIGNIFICANT ACCOUNTING POLICIES
	Description of Business — As of December 29, 2013, Bravo Brio Restaurant Group, Inc. (the “Company”) operated 108 restaurants under the trade names “Bravo! Cucina Italiana®,” “Brio Tuscan Grille™,” and “Bon Vie®.” Of the 108 restaurants the Company operates, there are 47 Bravo! Cucina Italiana® restaurants, 60 Brio Tuscan Grille™ restaurants, and one Bon Vie® restaurant in operation in 33 states throughout the United States of America. The Company owns all of its restaurants with the exception of one BRIO restaurant, which it operates under a management agreement and for which operation it receives a management fee.
	Fiscal Year End — The Company utilizes a 52- or 53-week accounting period which ends on the last Sunday of the calendar year. The fiscal year ended December 29, 2013 is a 52 week year while the fiscal year ended December 30, 2012 is a 53 week year and fiscal year ended December 25, 2011 is a 52 week year.
	Accounting Estimates — The preparation of the consolidated financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America 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 consolidated financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. The Company bases its estimates on historical experience and on various assumptions that are believed to be reasonable under the circumstances at the time. Actual amounts may differ from those estimates.
	Cash and Cash Equivalents — The Company considers all cash and short-term investments with original maturities of three months or less as cash equivalents. All cash is principally deposited in one bank.
	Receivables — Receivables, which the Company classifies within current assets, consist primarily of amounts due from landlords for tenant incentives and credit card processors. Management believes outstanding amounts to be collectible.
	Inventories — Inventories are valued at the lower of cost or market, using the first-in, first-out method and consist principally of food and beverage items.
	Pre-opening Costs — Restaurant pre-opening costs consist primarily of wages and salaries, recruiting, meals, training, travel and lodging. Pre-opening costs include an accrual for straight-line rent recorded during the period between the date of possession and the restaurant opening date for the Company’s leased restaurant locations. The Company expenses all such costs as incurred. These costs will vary depending on the number of restaurants under development in a reporting period.
	Property and Equipment — Property and equipment are recorded at cost, less accumulated depreciation. Equipment consists primarily of restaurant equipment, furniture, fixtures and small wares. Depreciation is calculated using the straight-line method over the estimated useful life of the related asset. Leasehold improvements are amortized using the straight-line method over the shorter of the lease term, including option periods which are reasonably assured of renewal, or the estimated useful life of the asset. The useful life of property and equipment involves judgment by management, which may produce materially different amounts of depreciation expense than if different assumptions were used. Property and equipment costs may fluctuate based on the number of new restaurants under development or opened, as well as any additional capital projects that are completed in a given period. The Company incurred depreciation expense of $20.0 million, $18.9 million and $16.9 million for the years ended December 29, 2013, December 30, 2012 and December 25, 2011, respectively.
	Leases — The Company currently leases all but four of its owned restaurant locations. The Company evaluates each lease to determine its appropriate classification as an operating or capital lease for financial reporting purposes. All of the Company’s leases are classified as operating leases. The Company records the lease payments for its operating leases on a straight-line basis over the lease term, including option periods which in the judgment of management are reasonably assured of renewal. The lease term commences on the date that the lessee obtains control of the property, which is normally when the property is ready for tenant improvements. Contingent rent expense is recognized as incurred and is usually based on either a percentage of restaurant sales or a percentage of restaurant sales in excess of a defined amount. The Company’s lease costs will change based on the lease terms of its lease renewals as well as leases that the Company enters into with respect to its new restaurants.
	Leasehold improvements financed by the landlord through tenant improvement allowances are capitalized as leasehold improvements with the tenant improvement allowances recorded as deferred lease incentives. Deferred lease incentives are amortized on a straight-line basis over the lease term, including option periods which in the judgment of management are reasonably assured of renewal (same lease term that is used for related leasehold improvements) and are recorded as a reduction of occupancy expense. As part of the initial lease terms, the Company negotiates with its landlords to secure these tenant improvement allowances.
	Other Assets — Other assets include liquor licenses, trademarks, and loan costs and are stated at cost, less amortization, if any. The trademarks are used in the advertising and marketing of the restaurants and are widely recognized and accepted by consumers.
	Impairment of Long-Lived Assets —The Company reviews long-lived assets, such as property and equipment and intangibles subject to amortization, for impairment when events or circumstances indicate the carrying value of the assets may not be recoverable. In determining the recoverability of the asset value, an analysis is performed at the individual restaurant level and primarily includes an assessment of historical cash flows, and other relevant factors and circumstances. As part of the review we also take into account that our business is sensitive to seasonal fluctuations, such as the holiday season at the end of the fourth quarter, which significantly impacts our short and long term projections for each location. The Company evaluates future cash flow projections in conjunction with qualitative factors and future operating plans and we regularly review any restaurants that are cash flow negative for the previous four quarters to determine if impairment testing is necessary.  Based on this analysis, if the Company believes the carrying amount of the assets is not recoverable, an impairment charge is recognized based upon the amount by which the assets’ carrying value exceeds estimated fair value, which we estimate as the discounted future cash flows of the location.
	As a result of the above mentioned review process, the Company recognized an asset impairment charge of approximately $14.2 million related to five restaurants in fiscal 2013, an impairment charge of $4.1 million related to two restaurants in fiscal 2012 and an impairment charge of $2.2 million related to one restaurant in fiscal 2011. The Company’s impairment charges have occurred as a result of locations that have had lower than anticipated traffic near the restaurant and locations that have opened in areas with lower than normal retail co-tenancy.
	The Company’s impairment assessment process requires the use of estimates and assumptions regarding future cash flows and operating outcomes, which are based upon a significant degree of management’s judgment. The estimates used in the impairment analysis represent a Level 3 fair value measurement. The Company continues to assess the performance of restaurants and monitors the need for future impairment. Changes in the economic environment, real estate markets, capital spending, and overall operating performance could impact these estimates and result in future impairment charges. There can be no assurance that future impairment tests will not result in additional charges to earnings.
	Estimated Fair Value of Financial Instruments — The carrying amounts of cash and cash equivalents, receivables, trade and construction payables, and accrued liabilities at December 29, 2013 and December 30, 2012, approximate their fair value due to the short-term maturities of these financial instruments. The carrying amount of the long-term debt under the revolving credit facility and variable rate notes and loan agreements approximate the fair values at December 29, 2013 and December 30, 2012 due to short term maturities of the underlying LIBOR agreements. This represents a Level 2 fair value measurement.
	Revenue Recognition — Revenue from restaurant operations is recognized upon payment by the customer at the time of sale. Revenues are reflected net of sales tax and certain discounts and allowances.
	The Company records a liability upon the sale of gift cards and recognizes revenue upon redemption by the customer. Revenue is recognized on unredeemed gift cards (breakage) based upon historical redemption patterns when the Company determines the likelihood of redemption of the gift card by the customer is remote and there is no legal obligation to remit the value of unredeemed gift cards to the relevant jurisdiction. Breakage is reported within revenues in the consolidated statements of operations. For the fiscal years ended 2013, 2012 and 2011, the Company recorded gift card breakage of an immaterial amount.
	In 2012, the Company launched its loyalty program for each brand and with the program, offers discounted products to its loyal guests. Rewards that are not redeemed expire after 14 to 60 days. In 2013, due to the nature of the offers of the loyalty program, the discounts were recorded as incurred.
	Advertising — The Company expenses the cost of advertising (including production costs) the first time the advertising takes place. Advertising expense was $4.2 million, $4.1 million, and $3.1 million for fiscal years ended 2013, 2012 and 2011, respectively.
	Self-Insurance Reserves — The Company maintains various insurance policies, including workers’ compensation and general liability. As outlined in these policies, the Company is responsible for losses up to certain limits. The Company records a liability for the estimated exposure for aggregate losses. This liability is based on estimates of the ultimate costs to be incurred to settle known claims and claims not reported as of the balance sheet date. The estimated liability is not discounted and is based on a number of assumptions, including actuarial assumptions, historical trends and economic conditions. If actual claims trends, including the severity or frequency of claims, differ from the Company’s estimates and historical trends, the Company’s financial results could be impacted.
	Income Taxes — Income tax provisions are comprised of federal and state taxes currently due, plus deferred taxes. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized for the future tax consequences attributable to temporary differences between the financial statement 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. Recognition of deferred tax assets is limited to amounts considered by management to be more likely than not realized in future periods. Future taxable income, adjustments in temporary differences, available carry forward periods and changes in tax laws could affect these estimates.
	The Company recognizes a tax position in the financial statements when it is more likely than not that the position will be sustained upon examination by tax authorities that have full knowledge of all relevant information.
	In 2011, the Company reduced the valuation allowance for federal and state taxes previously provided against its net deferred tax assets by $62.8 million as the Company deemed it more likely than not the existing net deferred tax assets and tax credits would be realized (See Note 11).
	Stock-Based Compensation — The Company maintains equity compensation incentive plans that provide for the grant of nonqualified stock options and restricted stock. Options are granted with exercise prices equal to the fair value of the Company’s common shares at the date of grant. Fair value of the outstanding shares of restricted stock is based on the average of the high and low price of the Company’s shares on the date immediately preceding the date of grant. The cost of employee service, net of the estimated forfeiture rate, is recognized as a compensation expense over the period that an employee provides service in exchange for the award, also known as the vesting period. The Company reviews the forfeiture rate as necessary to determine if a change in estimate is necessary. Currently, the Company grants shares of restricted stock to its employees. The related compensation cost is being recorded over the four year vesting period of each restricted stock grant (See Note 10).
	Segment Reporting — The Company operates upscale affordable Italian dining restaurants under two brands, exclusively in the United States, that have similar economic characteristics, nature of products and service, class of customer and distribution methods. The Company believes it meets the criteria for aggregating its operating segments into a single reportable segment.
	Recently Adopted Accounting Pronouncements — The Company reviewed all newly issued accounting pronouncements and concluded that they either are not applicable to its operations or that no material effect is expected on its financial statements as a result of future adoption.

Earnings_Per_Share

Earnings Per Share	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]	'
Earnings Per Share	'
	EARNINGS PER SHARE
	Basic earnings per common share (EPS) data is computed based on weighted average common shares outstanding during the period. Diluted EPS data is computed similarly, but includes the effect of the assumed exercise of dilutive stock options, if any, and vesting of restricted stock under the treasury stock method.
	The computations of basic and diluted earnings per common share for 2013, 2012 and 2011 are as follows:
	(in thousands, except per share data)
		Fiscal Years
		2013		2012		2011
	Net income attributed to common shareholders	$	7,543	$	16,148	$	76,444
	Weighted average common shares outstanding	19,542		19,584		19,322
	Effect of dilutive securities:
	Stock options	831		979		1,141
	Restricted stock	59		49		87
	Weighted average common and potentially issuable common shares outstanding — diluted	20,432		20,612		20,550
	Basic net income per common share	$	0.39	$	0.82	$	3.96
	Diluted net income per common share	$	0.37	$	0.78	$	3.72
	All 915,417 stock options and 343,107 unvested shares of restricted stock at December 29, 2013 were included in the diluted share count for 2013. All 992,192 stock options and 345,312 unvested shares of restricted stock at December 30, 2012 were included in the diluted share count for 2012. All 1,260,825 stock options and 318,531 unvested shares of restricted stock at December 25, 2011 were included in the diluted share count for 2011.

Property_And_Equipment

Property And Equipment	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]	'
Property And Equipment	'
	PROPERTY AND EQUIPMENT
	The major classes of property and equipment at December 29, 2013 and December 30, 2012 are summarized as follows (in thousands):
		2013			2012
	Land and buildings	$	7,368		$	7,009
	Leasehold improvements	182,775			174,449
	Equipment and fixtures	102,739			99,514
	Construction in progress	2,834			7,065
	Deposits on equipment orders	17			661
	Total	295,733			288,698
	Less accumulated depreciation and amortization	(126,606		)	(112,729		)
	Property and equipment, net	$	169,127		$	175,969

Other_Assets

Other Assets	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Other Assets [Abstract]	'
Other Assets	'
	OTHER ASSETS
	The major classes of other assets at December 29, 2013 and December 30, 2012 are summarized as follows (in thousands):
		2013			2012
	Loan origination fees	$	1,876		$	1,876
	Liquor licenses	3,291			2,928
	Trademarks	190			190
	Deposits	196			361
	Other assets — at cost	5,553			5,355
	Less accumulated amortization	(1,416		)	(1,011		)
	Other assets — net	$	4,137		$	4,344

LongTerm_Debt

Long-Term Debt	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]	'
Long-Term Debt	'
	LONG-TERM DEBT
	Long-term debt at December 29, 2013 and December 30, 2012 consisted of the following (in thousands):
		2013		2012
	Term loan	$	15,693	$	23,086
	Less current maturities	2,082		2,704
	Long-term debt	$	13,611	$	20,382
	On October 26, 2010, the Company, in connection with its IPO, entered into a senior credit agreement with a syndicate of financial institutions with respect to the senior credit facilities. The senior credit facilities provide for (i) a $45.0 million term loan facility, maturing in 2015, and (ii) a revolving credit facility under which the Company may borrow up to $40.0 million (including a sublimit cap of up to $10.0 million for letters of credit and up to $10.0 million for swing-line loans), maturing in 2015.
	Under the credit agreement, the Company is allowed to incur additional incremental term loans and/or increases in the revolving credit facility of up to $20.0 million if no event of default exists and certain other requirements are satisfied. Borrowings under the senior credit facilities bear interest at the Company’s option of either (i) the Alternate Base Rate (as such term is defined in the credit agreement) plus the applicable margin of 1.75% to 2.25% or (ii) at a fixed rate for a period of one, two, three or six months equal to the London interbank offered rate, LIBOR, plus the applicable margin of 2.75% to 3.25%. In addition to paying any outstanding principal amount under the Company’s senior credit facilities, the Company is required to pay an unused facility fee to the lenders equal to 0.50% to 0.75% per annum on the aggregate amount of the unused revolving credit facility, excluding swing-line loans, commencing on October 26, 2010, payable quarterly in arrears. Borrowings under the Company’s senior credit facilities are collateralized by a first priority interest in substantially all assets of the Company.
	On October 9, 2012, the Company entered into an amendment to its credit agreement. The amendment eliminated dollar restrictions in paying dividends, distributions to shareholders, or repurchasing its common shares subject to a defined leverage ratio.
	The credit agreement provides for bank guarantees under standby letter of credit arrangements in the normal course of business operations. The standby letters of credit are cancellable only at the option of the beneficiary who is authorized to draw drafts on the issuing bank up to the face amount of the standby letters of credit in accordance with its credit. As of December 29, 2013, the maximum exposure under these standby letters of credit was $2.4 million.
	The weighted average interest rate on Company borrowings at December 29, 2013 was 2.99% as compared to 3.03% at December 30, 2012.
	Future maturities of debt as of December 29, 2013 were as follows (in thousands):
	2014	$	2,082
	2015	13,611
	Total	$	15,693
	Pursuant to the credit agreement relating to the Company’s senior credit facilities, the Company is required to meet certain financial covenants including leverage ratios, fixed charge ratios, capital expenditures as well as other customary affirmative and negative covenants.

Accrued_Expenses

Accrued Expenses	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Payables and Accruals [Abstract]	'
Accrued Expenses	'
	ACCRUED EXPENSES
	The major classes of accrued expenses at December 29, 2013 and December 30, 2012 are summarized as follows (in thousands):
		2013		2012
	Compensation and related benefits	$	9,514	$	10,182
	Accrued self-insurance claims liability	6,742		5,936
	Other taxes payable	3,881		4,992
	Other accrued liabilities	3,514		3,614
	Total accrued expenses	$	23,651	$	24,724

Other_LongTerm_Liabilities

Other Long-Term Liabilities	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Other Liabilities Disclosure [Abstract]	'
Other Long-Term Liabilities	'
	OTHER LONG-TERM LIABILITIES
	Other long-term liabilities at December 29, 2013 and December 30, 2012 consisted of the following (in thousands):
		2013		2012
	Deferred rent	$	20,562	$	19,762
	Other long-term liabilities	1,953		1,387
	Total other long-term liabilities	$	22,515	$	21,149

Leases

Leases	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Leases [Abstract]	'
Leases	'
	LEASES
	The Company leases certain land and buildings used in its restaurant operations under various long-term operating lease agreements. The initial lease terms range from 10 to 20 years and currently expire between 2014 and 2029. The leases include renewal options for 2 to 20 additional years. The majority of leases provide for base (fixed) rent, plus additional rent based on gross sales, as defined in each lease agreement, in excess of a stipulated amount, multiplied by a stated percentage. The Company is also generally obligated to pay certain real estate taxes, insurance, common area maintenance (CAM) charges, and various other expenses related to the properties.
	At December 29, 2013, the future minimum rental commitments under noncancellable operating leases, including option periods which are reasonably assured of renewal, were as follows (in thousands):
	2014	$	26,267
	2015	26,050
	2016	26,341
	2017	26,733
	2018	26,650
	Thereafter	158,531
	Total	$	290,572
	The above future minimum rental amounts exclude renewal options, which are not reasonably assured of renewal and additional rent based on sales. The Company generally has escalating rents over the term of the leases and records rent expense on a straight-line basis for operating leases.
	Rent expense, excluding real estate taxes, CAM charges, insurance and other expenses related to operating leases and partially offset by the amortization of deferred lease incentives, in 2013, 2012 and 2011, consisted of the following (in thousands):
		2013		2012		2011
	Minimum rent	$	18,930	$	17,452	$	14,540
	Contingent rent	804		1,082		804
	Total	$	19,734	$	18,534	$	15,344

Employee_Benefit_Plan

Employee Benefit Plan	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Compensation and Retirement Disclosure [Abstract]	'
Employee Benefit Plan	'
	EMPLOYEE BENEFIT PLAN
	The Company sponsors a 401(k) defined contribution plan (the “401(k) Plan”) covering all eligible full-time employees. The 401(k) Plan provides for employee salary deferral contributions up to a maximum of 15% of the participants’ eligible compensation, as well as discretionary Company matching contributions. Discretionary Company contributions relating to the 401(k) Plan for the years ended 2013, 2012, and 2011, were $258,000, $254,000 and $245,000, respectively.

Stock_Based_Compensation

Stock Based Compensation	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Disclosure of Compensation Related Costs, Share-based Payments [Abstract]	'
Stock Based Compensation	'
	STOCK BASED COMPENSATION
	The Company adopted the Bravo Development, Inc. Option Plan (the “2006 Plan”) in order to provide an incentive to employees selected by the Board of Directors for participation. On October 6, 2010, our Board of Directors approved and, on October 18, 2010, our shareholders approved the Bravo Brio Restaurant Group, Inc. Stock Incentive Plan (the “Stock Incentive Plan”). The Stock Incentive Plan became effective on October 26, 2010 upon the completion of our IPO. In connection with the adoption of the Stock Incentive Plan, the Board of Directors terminated the 2006 Plan and no further awards will be granted under the 2006 Plan after such date. However, the termination of the 2006 Plan did not affect awards outstanding under the 2006 Plan at the time of its termination and the terms of the 2006 Plan continue to govern outstanding awards granted under the 2006 Plan.
	2006 Plan
	Stock option activity under the 2006 Plan for 2013, 2012 and 2011 consisted of the following:
		2013			2012			2011
	Outstanding — beginning of year	992,192			1,260,825			1,414,203
	Weighted-average exercise price	$	1.45		$	1.44		$	1.44
	Granted	—			—			—
	Weighted-average exercise price	$	—		$	—		$	—
	Exercised	(76,775		)	(268,633		)	(153,378		)
	Weighted-average exercise price	$	1.45		$	1.43		$	1.39
	Forfeited	—			—			—
	Weighted-average exercise price	$	—		$	—		$	—
	Outstanding — end of year	915,417			992,192			1,260,825
	Weighted-average exercise price	$	1.45		$	1.45		$	1.44
	Exercisable — end of year	915,417			992,192			1,260,825
	The weighted-average remaining contractual term of options outstanding at December 29, 2013 was 2.9 years and all options were exercisable. Aggregate intrinsic value is calculated as the difference between the Company’s closing price at the end of the fiscal year and the exercise price, multiplied by the number of in-the-money options and represents the pre-tax amount that would have been received by the option holders had they all exercised such options on the fiscal year end date. The aggregate intrinsic value for outstanding and exercisable options at December 29, 2013 was $14.0 million.
	Stock Incentive Plan
	Restricted stock activity for fiscal 2013, 2012 and 2011 consisted of the following:
		2013			2012			2011
	Outstanding — beginning of year	345,312			318,531			449,300
	Weighted-average grant price	$	18.19		$	16.99		$	16.9
	Granted	152,400			157,000			5,000
	Weighted-average grant price	$	14.84		$	19.76		$	22.41
	Vested	(129,056		)	(102,719		)	(107,519		)
	Weighted-average grant price	$	17.78		$	16.97		$	16.9
	Forfeited	(25,549		)	(27,500		)	(28,250		)
	Weighted-average grant price	$	17.08		$	17.78		$	16.9
	Outstanding — end of year	343,107			345,312			318,531
	Weighted-average exercise price	$	16.94		$	18.19		$	16.99
	Fair value of the outstanding shares of restricted stock is based on the average of the high and low price of the Company’s shares on the date immediately preceding the date of grant. In 2013, the Company recorded approximately $2.9 million in stock compensation expense related to the shares of restricted stock. As of December 29, 2013, total unrecognized stock-based compensation expense related to non-vested shares of restricted stock was approximately $4.7 million, which is expected to be recognized over a weighted average period of approximately 2.3 years taking into account potential forfeitures. These shares of restricted stock will vest, subject to certain exceptions, annually over a four-year period. In conjunction with the shares vested in 2013, 34,332 shares were withheld to cover the minimum tax withholdings of the shareholders and were not issued. These shares were withheld at an average price of $14.86 per share, which was the average of the high and low price of the Company’s shares on the date immediately preceding each vesting date when shares were withheld.

Income_Taxes

Income Taxes	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]	'
Income Taxes	'
	INCOME TAXES
	The provision for income taxes for 2013, 2012 and 2011 consisted of the following (in thousands):
		2013			2012			2011
	Current income tax expense:
	Federal	$	683		$	1,108		$	699
	State and local	683			777			752
	Total current income tax expense	1,366			1,885			1,451
	Deferred income tax (benefit) expense:
	Federal	(1,714		)	3,188			(54,028		)
	State and local	80			579			(4,111		)
	Total deferred income tax (benefit) expense	(1,634		)	3,767			(58,139		)
	Total income tax (benefit) expense	$	(268	)	$	5,652		$	(56,688	)
	Deferred income taxes as of December 29, 2013 and December 30, 2012 consisted of the following (in thousands):
		2013			2012
	Deferred tax assets:
	Goodwill for tax reporting purposes	$	24,789		$	27,990
	Stock compensation	4,976			5,102
	Self-insurance reserves	2,592			2,423
	Depreciation and amortization	11,957			5,967
	FICA tip credit carryforward	20,007			17,496
	Other	724			718
	Total gross deferred tax assets	65,045			59,696
	Deferred tax liabilities:
	Prepaid assets	(572		)	(554		)
	Deferred rent	(8,467		)	(4,770		)
	Total gross deferred tax liabilities	(9,039		)	(5,324		)
	Net deferred tax asset	$	56,006		$	54,372
	Goodwill for tax reporting purposes is amortized over 15 years. At December 29, 2013, the Company had net operating loss carryforwards for state income tax purposes of $0.2 million and no federal net operating loss carryforwards. The Company also has general business credit carryforwards mainly consisting of Federal Insurance Contributions Act (FICA) tip credit carryforwards of $20.0 million, which will expire at various dates from 2028 through 2033.
	The Company established a $59.5 million valuation allowance in 2008 against its then existing net deferred tax assets and credits as it was deemed the negative evidence outweighed the positive evidence and therefore the deferred tax assets were not likely to be realized in future periods.
	During 2011, the Company determined that it was more likely than not that its existing net deferred tax assets and tax credits would be realized after considering all positive and negative evidence. Positive evidence included cumulative profitability, future tax deductions and credits and a forecast of future taxable income sufficient to realize its existing net deferred tax assets prior to the expiration of existing net operating loss and credit carryforwards. Accordingly, the Company recorded an income tax benefit of $62.8 million related to the reduction of the total federal and state valuation allowance against net deferred income tax assets in 2011.
	As of December 29, 2013 and December 30, 2012, the Company no longer carries a valuation allowance against net deferred tax assets. The Company’s conclusion that it is more likely than not that such deferred tax assets will be realized is strongly influenced by its forecast of future taxable income. The Company believes its forecast of future taxable income is reasonable; however, forecasts of future taxable income are inherently uncertain. Therefore, if the Company realizes materially less future taxable income than forecasted or has material unforeseen losses, then its ability to generate sufficient income necessary to realize its existing deferred tax assets may be reduced. In addition, the Company will continue to assess the assumptions used to determine the amount of the tax valuation allowance and may adjust the tax valuation allowance in future periods based on changes in assumptions of forecasted future taxable income and other factors, which may result in an additional charge to increase the valuation allowance.
	The income tax benefit recorded for the respective periods presented differs from the expected income tax expense or benefit that would be calculated by applying the statutory rate to the Company’s income before income taxes primarily due to the reduction in the valuation allowance for deferred tax assets, the utilization of net operating losses and outstanding tax credits.
	The effective income tax expense differs from the federal statutory tax expense for the years ended December 29, 2013, December 30, 2012 and December 25, 2011, as follows (in thousands):
		2013			2012			2011
	Provision at statutory rate	$	2,546		$	7,631		$	6,914
	FICA tip credit	(4,702		)	(4,318		)	(3,773		)
	State income taxes — net of federal benefit	332			928			1,584
	Other — net	1,556			1,411			1,355
	Deferred tax asset valuation allowance	—			—			(62,768		)
	Total income tax (benefit) expense	$	(268	)	$	5,652		$	(56,688	)
	The Company recognizes a position taken or expected to be taken on a tax return in the financial statements when it is more likely than not (i.e. a likelihood of more than 50%) that the position would be sustained upon examination by tax authorities. A recognized tax position is measured at the largest amount of benefit that is greater than 50% likely of being realized upon settlement. Changes in judgment that result in subsequent recognition, derecognition, or change in a measurement of a tax position taken in a prior annual period (including any related interest and penalties) is recognized as a discrete item in the interim period in which the change occurs. As of December 29, 2013 and December 30, 2012, the Company had no uncertain income tax positions.
	The Company files income tax returns in the U.S. federal jurisdiction, and various state and local jurisdictions. The Company is currently open to audit, subject to the statute of limitations, by the Internal Revenue Service for the years ended December 26, 2010 through December 29, 2013. The Company is currently open to audit, subject to the statute of limitations, under certain states for the years ended December 27, 2009 through December 29, 2013. In 2012, the Company was audited by the Internal Revenue Service for the fiscal year ended December 26, 2010. This audit is still open; however, the Company does not believe that there are any issues that would create a material impact to its consolidated financial statements.
	It is the Company’s policy to include any penalties and interest related to income taxes in its income tax provision; however, the Company currently has no penalties or interest related to income taxes.
	On September 13, 2013, the U.S Department of the Treasury and the IRS issued final regulations addressing the acquisition, production and improvement of tangible property, and also proposed regulations addressing the disposition of property. These regulations replace previously issued temporary regulations and are effective for tax years beginning January 1, 2014, with optional adoption permitted in 2013. The Company is in the process of analyzing the impact of these new regulations but does not believe they will have a material impact on the Company's consolidated financial statements.

Commitments_And_Contingencies

Commitments And Contingencies	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Commitments and Contingencies Disclosure [Abstract]	'
Commitments And Contingencies	'
	COMMITMENTS AND CONTINGENCIES
	The Company is subject to various claims, possible legal actions, and other matters arising out of the normal course of business. While it is not possible to predict the outcome of these issues, management is of the opinion that adequate provision for potential losses has been made in the accompanying consolidated financial statements and that the ultimate resolution of these matters will not have a material adverse effect on the Company’s financial position, results of operations, or cash flows.

Interim_Financial_Results_Unau

Interim Financial Results (Unaudited)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Quarterly Financial Information Disclosure [Abstract]	'
Interim Financial Results (Unaudited)	'
	INTERIM FINANCIAL RESULTS (UNAUDITED)
	The following tables set forth certain unaudited consolidated financial information for each of the four quarters in fiscal 2013 and fiscal 2012 (in thousands, except per share data):
		Fiscal 2013
		First		Second		Third		Fourth			Total
		Quarter		Quarter		Quarter		Quarter			Year
	Revenues	$	103,063	$	105,622	$	96,290	$	106,116		$	411,091
	Income from operations (1)	5,133		6,574		3,122		(6,411		)	8,418
	Net income (loss)	3,419		4,542		2,249		(2,667		)	7,543
	Basic net income per share (2)	$	0.17	$	0.23	$	0.12	$	(0.14	)	$	0.39
	Diluted net income per share (2)	$	0.17	$	0.22	$	0.11	$	(0.14	)	$	0.37
	Basic weighted average shares outstanding	19,606		19,591		19,525		19,445			19,542
	Diluted weighted average shares outstanding (3)	20,476		20,489		20,439		19,445			20,432
		Fiscal 2012
		First		Second		Third		Fourth			Total
		Quarter		Quarter		Quarter		Quarter			Year
	Revenues	$	98,377	$	102,807	$	95,921	$	111,960		$	409,065
	Income from operations (1)	5,724		7,404		4,198		5,827			23,153
	Net income	3,759		5,120		2,827		4,442			16,148
	Basic net income per share	$	0.19	$	0.26	$	0.14	$	0.23		$	0.82
	Diluted net income per share (2)	$	0.18	$	0.25	$	0.14	$	0.22		$	0.78
	Basic weighted average shares outstanding	19,501		19,555		19,618		19,656			19,584
	Diluted weighted average shares outstanding	20,582		20,618		20,649		20,601			20,612
	_________________________
	-1	Contains asset impairment charges that decreased income by $14.2 million related to five restaurants in the fourth quarter of 2013 and impairment charges that decreased income by $4.1 million related to two restaurants in the fourth quarter of 2012.
	-2	Sum of the quarterly amounts do not equal the total year amount due to rounding.
	-3	Due to the net loss in the fourth quarter of 2013, all stock options and unvested shares of restricted stock were considered anti-dilutive and not included in that quarter's diluted weighted average shares outstanding.
	In management’s opinion, the unaudited quarterly financial information shown above has been prepared on the same basis as the audited consolidated financial statements and includes all necessary adjustments that management considers necessary for a fair presentation of the unaudited quarterly results when read in conjunction with the consolidated financial statements and the accompanying notes. The Company believes that quarter-to-quarter comparisons of its financial results are not necessarily indicative of future performance.

Summary_of_Significant_Account1

Summary of Significant Accounting Policies (Policies)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Accounting Policies [Abstract]	'
Description of Business	'
	Description of Business — As of December 29, 2013, Bravo Brio Restaurant Group, Inc. (the “Company”) operated 108 restaurants under the trade names “Bravo! Cucina Italiana®,” “Brio Tuscan Grille™,” and “Bon Vie®.” Of the 108 restaurants the Company operates, there are 47 Bravo! Cucina Italiana® restaurants, 60 Brio Tuscan Grille™ restaurants, and one Bon Vie® restaurant in operation in 33 states throughout the United States of America. The Company owns all of its restaurants with the exception of one BRIO restaurant, which it operates under a management agreement and for which operation it receives a management fee.
Fiscal Year End	'
	Fiscal Year End — The Company utilizes a 52- or 53-week accounting period which ends on the last Sunday of the calendar year. The fiscal year ended December 29, 2013 is a 52 week year while the fiscal year ended December 30, 2012 is a 53 week year and fiscal year ended December 25, 2011 is a 52 week year.
Accounting Estimates	'
	Accounting Estimates — The preparation of the consolidated financial statements in conformity with accounting principles generally accepted in the United States of America 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 consolidated financial statements and the reported amounts of revenues and expenses during the reporting period. The Company bases its estimates on historical experience and on various assumptions that are believed to be reasonable under the circumstances at the time. Actual amounts may differ from those estimates.
Cash and Cash Equivalents	'
	Cash and Cash Equivalents — The Company considers all cash and short-term investments with original maturities of three months or less as cash equivalents. All cash is principally deposited in one bank.
Receivables	'
	Receivables — Receivables, which the Company classifies within current assets, consist primarily of amounts due from landlords for tenant incentives and credit card processors. Management believes outstanding amounts to be collectible.
Inventories	'
	Inventories — Inventories are valued at the lower of cost or market, using the first-in, first-out method and consist principally of food and beverage items.
Pre-opening Costs	'
	Pre-opening Costs — Restaurant pre-opening costs consist primarily of wages and salaries, recruiting, meals, training, travel and lodging. Pre-opening costs include an accrual for straight-line rent recorded during the period between the date of possession and the restaurant opening date for the Company’s leased restaurant locations. The Company expenses all such costs as incurred. These costs will vary depending on the number of restaurants under development in a reporting period.
Property and Equipment	'
	Property and Equipment — Property and equipment are recorded at cost, less accumulated depreciation. Equipment consists primarily of restaurant equipment, furniture, fixtures and small wares. Depreciation is calculated using the straight-line method over the estimated useful life of the related asset. Leasehold improvements are amortized using the straight-line method over the shorter of the lease term, including option periods which are reasonably assured of renewal, or the estimated useful life of the asset. The useful life of property and equipment involves judgment by management, which may produce materially different amounts of depreciation expense than if different assumptions were used. Property and equipment costs may fluctuate based on the number of new restaurants under development or opened, as well as any additional capital projects that are completed in a given period.
Leases	'
	Leases — The Company currently leases all but four of its owned restaurant locations. The Company evaluates each lease to determine its appropriate classification as an operating or capital lease for financial reporting purposes. All of the Company’s leases are classified as operating leases. The Company records the lease payments for its operating leases on a straight-line basis over the lease term, including option periods which in the judgment of management are reasonably assured of renewal. The lease term commences on the date that the lessee obtains control of the property, which is normally when the property is ready for tenant improvements. Contingent rent expense is recognized as incurred and is usually based on either a percentage of restaurant sales or a percentage of restaurant sales in excess of a defined amount. The Company’s lease costs will change based on the lease terms of its lease renewals as well as leases that the Company enters into with respect to its new restaurants.
	Leasehold improvements financed by the landlord through tenant improvement allowances are capitalized as leasehold improvements with the tenant improvement allowances recorded as deferred lease incentives. Deferred lease incentives are amortized on a straight-line basis over the lease term, including option periods which in the judgment of management are reasonably assured of renewal (same lease term that is used for related leasehold improvements) and are recorded as a reduction of occupancy expense. As part of the initial lease terms, the Company negotiates with its landlords to secure these tenant improvement allowances.
Other Assets	'
	Other Assets — Other assets include liquor licenses, trademarks, and loan costs and are stated at cost, less amortization, if any. The trademarks are used in the advertising and marketing of the restaurants and are widely recognized and accepted by consumers.
Impairment of Long-Lived Assets	'
	Impairment of Long-Lived Assets —The Company reviews long-lived assets, such as property and equipment and intangibles subject to amortization, for impairment when events or circumstances indicate the carrying value of the assets may not be recoverable. In determining the recoverability of the asset value, an analysis is performed at the individual restaurant level and primarily includes an assessment of historical cash flows, and other relevant factors and circumstances. As part of the review we also take into account that our business is sensitive to seasonal fluctuations, such as the holiday season at the end of the fourth quarter, which significantly impacts our short and long term projections for each location. The Company evaluates future cash flow projections in conjunction with qualitative factors and future operating plans and we regularly review any restaurants that are cash flow negative for the previous four quarters to determine if impairment testing is necessary.  Based on this analysis, if the Company believes the carrying amount of the assets is not recoverable, an impairment charge is recognized based upon the amount by which the assets’ carrying value exceeds estimated fair value, which we estimate as the discounted future cash flows of the location.
	As a result of the above mentioned review process, the Company recognized an asset impairment charge of approximately $14.2 million related to five restaurants in fiscal 2013, an impairment charge of $4.1 million related to two restaurants in fiscal 2012 and an impairment charge of $2.2 million related to one restaurant in fiscal 2011. The Company’s impairment charges have occurred as a result of locations that have had lower than anticipated traffic near the restaurant and locations that have opened in areas with lower than normal retail co-tenancy.
	The Company’s impairment assessment process requires the use of estimates and assumptions regarding future cash flows and operating outcomes, which are based upon a significant degree of management’s judgment. The estimates used in the impairment analysis represent a Level 3 fair value measurement. The Company continues to assess the performance of restaurants and monitors the need for future impairment. Changes in the economic environment, real estate markets, capital spending, and overall operating performance could impact these estimates and result in future impairment charges. There can be no assurance that future impairment tests will not result in additional charges to earnings.
Estimated Fair Value of Financial Instruments	'
	Estimated Fair Value of Financial Instruments — The carrying amounts of cash and cash equivalents, receivables, trade and construction payables, and accrued liabilities at December 29, 2013 and December 30, 2012, approximate their fair value due to the short-term maturities of these financial instruments. The carrying amount of the long-term debt under the revolving credit facility and variable rate notes and loan agreements approximate the fair values at December 29, 2013 and December 30, 2012 due to short term maturities of the underlying LIBOR agreements. This represents a Level 2 fair value measurement.
Revenue Recognition	'
	Revenue Recognition — Revenue from restaurant operations is recognized upon payment by the customer at the time of sale. Revenues are reflected net of sales tax and certain discounts and allowances.
	The Company records a liability upon the sale of gift cards and recognizes revenue upon redemption by the customer. Revenue is recognized on unredeemed gift cards (breakage) based upon historical redemption patterns when the Company determines the likelihood of redemption of the gift card by the customer is remote and there is no legal obligation to remit the value of unredeemed gift cards to the relevant jurisdiction. Breakage is reported within revenues in the consolidated statements of operations. For the fiscal years ended 2013, 2012 and 2011, the Company recorded gift card breakage of an immaterial amount.
	In 2012, the Company launched its loyalty program for each brand and with the program, offers discounted products to its loyal guests. Rewards that are not redeemed expire after 14 to 60 days. In 2013, due to the nature of the offers of the loyalty program, the discounts were recorded as incurred.
Advertising	'
	Advertising — The Company expenses the cost of advertising (including production costs) the first time the advertising takes place.
Self-Insurance Reserves	'
	Self-Insurance Reserves — The Company maintains various insurance policies, including workers’ compensation and general liability. As outlined in these policies, the Company is responsible for losses up to certain limits. The Company records a liability for the estimated exposure for aggregate losses. This liability is based on estimates of the ultimate costs to be incurred to settle known claims and claims not reported as of the balance sheet date. The estimated liability is not discounted and is based on a number of assumptions, including actuarial assumptions, historical trends and economic conditions. If actual claims trends, including the severity or frequency of claims, differ from the Company’s estimates and historical trends, the Company’s financial results could be impacted.
Income Taxes	'
	Income Taxes — Income tax provisions are comprised of federal and state taxes currently due, plus deferred taxes. Deferred tax assets and liabilities are recognized for the future tax consequences attributable to temporary differences between the financial statement 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. Recognition of deferred tax assets is limited to amounts considered by management to be more likely than not realized in future periods. Future taxable income, adjustments in temporary differences, available carry forward periods and changes in tax laws could affect these estimates.
	The Company recognizes a tax position in the financial statements when it is more likely than not that the position will be sustained upon examination by tax authorities that have full knowledge of all relevant information.
	In 2011, the Company reduced the valuation allowance for federal and state taxes previously provided against its net deferred tax assets by $62.8 million as the Company deemed it more likely than not the existing net deferred tax assets and tax credits would be realized (See Note 11).
Stock-Based Compensation	'
	Stock-Based Compensation — The Company maintains equity compensation incentive plans that provide for the grant of nonqualified stock options and restricted stock. Options are granted with exercise prices equal to the fair value of the Company’s common shares at the date of grant. Fair value of the outstanding shares of restricted stock is based on the average of the high and low price of the Company’s shares on the date immediately preceding the date of grant. The cost of employee service, net of the estimated forfeiture rate, is recognized as a compensation expense over the period that an employee provides service in exchange for the award, also known as the vesting period. The Company reviews the forfeiture rate as necessary to determine if a change in estimate is necessary. Currently, the Company grants shares of restricted stock to its employees. The related compensation cost is being recorded over the four year vesting period of each restricted stock grant (See Note 10).
Segment Reporting	'
	Segment Reporting — The Company operates upscale affordable Italian dining restaurants under two brands, exclusively in the United States, that have similar economic characteristics, nature of products and service, class of customer and distribution methods. The Company believes it meets the criteria for aggregating its operating segments into a single reportable segment.
Recently Adopted Accounting Pronouncements	'
	Recently Adopted Accounting Pronouncements — The Company reviewed all newly issued accounting pronouncements and concluded that they either are not applicable to its operations or that no material effect is expected on its financial statements as a result of future adoption.

Earnings_Per_Share_Tables

Earnings Per Share (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Earnings Per Share [Abstract]	'
Computations of Basic and Diluted Earnings Per Common Share	'
	The computations of basic and diluted earnings per common share for 2013, 2012 and 2011 are as follows:
	(in thousands, except per share data)
		Fiscal Years
		2013		2012		2011
	Net income attributed to common shareholders	$	7,543	$	16,148	$	76,444
	Weighted average common shares outstanding	19,542		19,584		19,322
	Effect of dilutive securities:
	Stock options	831		979		1,141
	Restricted stock	59		49		87
	Weighted average common and potentially issuable common shares outstanding — diluted	20,432		20,612		20,550
	Basic net income per common share	$	0.39	$	0.82	$	3.96
	Diluted net income per common share	$	0.37	$	0.78	$	3.72

Property_And_Equipment_Tables

Property And Equipment (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Property, Plant and Equipment [Abstract]	'
Major Classes of Property and Equipment	'
	The major classes of property and equipment at December 29, 2013 and December 30, 2012 are summarized as follows (in thousands):
		2013			2012
	Land and buildings	$	7,368		$	7,009
	Leasehold improvements	182,775			174,449
	Equipment and fixtures	102,739			99,514
	Construction in progress	2,834			7,065
	Deposits on equipment orders	17			661
	Total	295,733			288,698
	Less accumulated depreciation and amortization	(126,606		)	(112,729		)
	Property and equipment, net	$	169,127		$	175,969

Other_Assets_Tables

Other Assets (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Other Assets [Abstract]	'
Major Classes of Other Assets	'
	The major classes of other assets at December 29, 2013 and December 30, 2012 are summarized as follows (in thousands):
		2013			2012
	Loan origination fees	$	1,876		$	1,876
	Liquor licenses	3,291			2,928
	Trademarks	190			190
	Deposits	196			361
	Other assets — at cost	5,553			5,355
	Less accumulated amortization	(1,416		)	(1,011		)
	Other assets — net	$	4,137		$	4,344

LongTerm_Debt_Tables

Long-Term Debt (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]	'
Components of Long-Term Debt	'
	Long-term debt at December 29, 2013 and December 30, 2012 consisted of the following (in thousands):
		2013		2012
	Term loan	$	15,693	$	23,086
	Less current maturities	2,082		2,704
	Long-term debt	$	13,611	$	20,382
Future Maturities of Debt	'
	Future maturities of debt as of December 29, 2013 were as follows (in thousands):
	2014	$	2,082
	2015	13,611
	Total	$	15,693

Accrued_Expenses_Tables

Accrued Expenses (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Payables and Accruals [Abstract]	'
Major Classes of Accrued Expenses	'
	The major classes of accrued expenses at December 29, 2013 and December 30, 2012 are summarized as follows (in thousands):
		2013		2012
	Compensation and related benefits	$	9,514	$	10,182
	Accrued self-insurance claims liability	6,742		5,936
	Other taxes payable	3,881		4,992
	Other accrued liabilities	3,514		3,614
	Total accrued expenses	$	23,651	$	24,724

Other_LongTerm_Liabilities_Tab

Other Long-Term Liabilities (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Other Liabilities Disclosure [Abstract]	'
Components of Other Long-Term Liabilities	'
	Other long-term liabilities at December 29, 2013 and December 30, 2012 consisted of the following (in thousands):
		2013		2012
	Deferred rent	$	20,562	$	19,762
	Other long-term liabilities	1,953		1,387
	Total other long-term liabilities	$	22,515	$	21,149

Leases_Tables

Leases (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Leases [Abstract]	'
Future Minimum Rental Commitments Under Noncancellable Operating Leases, Including Option Periods Which are Reasonably Assured of Renewal	'
	At December 29, 2013, the future minimum rental commitments under noncancellable operating leases, including option periods which are reasonably assured of renewal, were as follows (in thousands):
	2014	$	26,267
	2015	26,050
	2016	26,341
	2017	26,733
	2018	26,650
	Thereafter	158,531
	Total	$	290,572
Components of Rent Expense	'
	Rent expense, excluding real estate taxes, CAM charges, insurance and other expenses related to operating leases and partially offset by the amortization of deferred lease incentives, in 2013, 2012 and 2011, consisted of the following (in thousands):
		2013		2012		2011
	Minimum rent	$	18,930	$	17,452	$	14,540
	Contingent rent	804		1,082		804
	Total	$	19,734	$	18,534	$	15,344

Stock_Based_Compensation_Table

Stock Based Compensation (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Disclosure of Compensation Related Costs, Share-based Payments [Abstract]	'
Summary of Stock Option Activity	'
	Stock option activity under the 2006 Plan for 2013, 2012 and 2011 consisted of the following:
		2013			2012			2011
	Outstanding — beginning of year	992,192			1,260,825			1,414,203
	Weighted-average exercise price	$	1.45		$	1.44		$	1.44
	Granted	—			—			—
	Weighted-average exercise price	$	—		$	—		$	—
	Exercised	(76,775		)	(268,633		)	(153,378		)
	Weighted-average exercise price	$	1.45		$	1.43		$	1.39
	Forfeited	—			—			—
	Weighted-average exercise price	$	—		$	—		$	—
	Outstanding — end of year	915,417			992,192			1,260,825
	Weighted-average exercise price	$	1.45		$	1.45		$	1.44
	Exercisable — end of year	915,417			992,192			1,260,825
Restricted Stock Activity	'
	Restricted stock activity for fiscal 2013, 2012 and 2011 consisted of the following:
		2013			2012			2011
	Outstanding — beginning of year	345,312			318,531			449,300
	Weighted-average grant price	$	18.19		$	16.99		$	16.9
	Granted	152,400			157,000			5,000
	Weighted-average grant price	$	14.84		$	19.76		$	22.41
	Vested	(129,056		)	(102,719		)	(107,519		)
	Weighted-average grant price	$	17.78		$	16.97		$	16.9
	Forfeited	(25,549		)	(27,500		)	(28,250		)
	Weighted-average grant price	$	17.08		$	17.78		$	16.9
	Outstanding — end of year	343,107			345,312			318,531
	Weighted-average exercise price	$	16.94		$	18.19		$	16.99

Income_Taxes_Tables

Income Taxes (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]	'
Components of Provision for Income Taxes	'
	The provision for income taxes for 2013, 2012 and 2011 consisted of the following (in thousands):
		2013			2012			2011
	Current income tax expense:
	Federal	$	683		$	1,108		$	699
	State and local	683			777			752
	Total current income tax expense	1,366			1,885			1,451
	Deferred income tax (benefit) expense:
	Federal	(1,714		)	3,188			(54,028		)
	State and local	80			579			(4,111		)
	Total deferred income tax (benefit) expense	(1,634		)	3,767			(58,139		)
	Total income tax (benefit) expense	$	(268	)	$	5,652		$	(56,688	)
Components of Deferred Income Taxes	'
	Deferred income taxes as of December 29, 2013 and December 30, 2012 consisted of the following (in thousands):
		2013			2012
	Deferred tax assets:
	Goodwill for tax reporting purposes	$	24,789		$	27,990
	Stock compensation	4,976			5,102
	Self-insurance reserves	2,592			2,423
	Depreciation and amortization	11,957			5,967
	FICA tip credit carryforward	20,007			17,496
	Other	724			718
	Total gross deferred tax assets	65,045			59,696
	Deferred tax liabilities:
	Prepaid assets	(572		)	(554		)
	Deferred rent	(8,467		)	(4,770		)
	Total gross deferred tax liabilities	(9,039		)	(5,324		)
	Net deferred tax asset	$	56,006		$	54,372
Reconciliation of Federal Statutory Tax Expense to Effective Income Tax Expense	'
	The effective income tax expense differs from the federal statutory tax expense for the years ended December 29, 2013, December 30, 2012 and December 25, 2011, as follows (in thousands):
		2013			2012			2011
	Provision at statutory rate	$	2,546		$	7,631		$	6,914
	FICA tip credit	(4,702		)	(4,318		)	(3,773		)
	State income taxes — net of federal benefit	332			928			1,584
	Other — net	1,556			1,411			1,355
	Deferred tax asset valuation allowance	—			—			(62,768		)
	Total income tax (benefit) expense	$	(268	)	$	5,652		$	(56,688	)

Interim_Financial_Results_Unau1

Interim Financial Results (Unaudited) (Tables)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Quarterly Financial Information Disclosure [Abstract]	'
Consolidated Quarterly Financial Information	'
	The following tables set forth certain unaudited consolidated financial information for each of the four quarters in fiscal 2013 and fiscal 2012 (in thousands, except per share data):
		Fiscal 2013
		First		Second		Third		Fourth			Total
		Quarter		Quarter		Quarter		Quarter			Year
	Revenues	$	103,063	$	105,622	$	96,290	$	106,116		$	411,091
	Income from operations (1)	5,133		6,574		3,122		(6,411		)	8,418
	Net income (loss)	3,419		4,542		2,249		(2,667		)	7,543
	Basic net income per share (2)	$	0.17	$	0.23	$	0.12	$	(0.14	)	$	0.39
	Diluted net income per share (2)	$	0.17	$	0.22	$	0.11	$	(0.14	)	$	0.37
	Basic weighted average shares outstanding	19,606		19,591		19,525		19,445			19,542
	Diluted weighted average shares outstanding (3)	20,476		20,489		20,439		19,445			20,432
		Fiscal 2012
		First		Second		Third		Fourth			Total
		Quarter		Quarter		Quarter		Quarter			Year
	Revenues	$	98,377	$	102,807	$	95,921	$	111,960		$	409,065
	Income from operations (1)	5,724		7,404		4,198		5,827			23,153
	Net income	3,759		5,120		2,827		4,442			16,148
	Basic net income per share	$	0.19	$	0.26	$	0.14	$	0.23		$	0.82
	Diluted net income per share (2)	$	0.18	$	0.25	$	0.14	$	0.22		$	0.78
	Basic weighted average shares outstanding	19,501		19,555		19,618		19,656			19,584
	Diluted weighted average shares outstanding	20,582		20,618		20,649		20,601			20,612
	_________________________
	-1	Contains asset impairment charges that decreased income by $14.2 million related to five restaurants in the fourth quarter of 2013 and impairment charges that decreased income by $4.1 million related to two restaurants in the fourth quarter of 2012.
	-2	Sum of the quarterly amounts do not equal the total year amount due to rounding.
	-3	Due to the net loss in the fourth quarter of 2013, all stock options and unvested shares of restricted stock were considered anti-dilutive and not included in that quarter's diluted weighted average shares outstanding.

Summary_of_Significant_Account2

Summary of Significant Accounting Policies - Additional Information (Detail) (USD $)	3 Months Ended		12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012	Dec. 25, 2011
	Brand		State	Restaurant	Restaurant
			Restaurant
			Brand
Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]	'	'	'	'	'
Aggregate number of restaurant operated by company	'	'	108	'	'
Number of states where restaurants are operated	'	'	33	'	'
Depreciation expense	'	'	$20,000,000	$18,900,000	$16,900,000
Number of Restaurant locations owned	'	'	4	'	'
Asset impairment charge	14,196,000	4,060,000	14,196,000	4,060,000	2,229,000
Number of restaurants impaired	'	'	5	2	1
Advertising expense	'	'	4,200,000	4,100,000	3,100,000
Decrease in valuation allowance	'	'	'	'	$62,800,000
Compensation cost recognition period	'	'	'4 years	'	'
Number of Brands	2	'	2	'	'
Minimum	'	'	'	'	'
Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]	'	'	'	'	'
Number of expiry days for rewards that are not redeemed	'	'	'14 days	'	'
Maximum	'	'	'	'	'
Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]	'	'	'	'	'
Number of expiry days for rewards that are not redeemed	'	'	'60 days	'	'
Bravo Cucina Italiana	'	'	'	'	'
Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]	'	'	'	'	'
Aggregate number of restaurant operated by company	'	'	47	'	'
Brio Tuscan Grille	'	'	'	'	'
Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]	'	'	'	'	'
Aggregate number of restaurant operated by company	'	'	60	'	'
Bon Vie	'	'	'	'	'
Significant Accounting Policies [Line Items]	'	'	'	'	'
Aggregate number of restaurant operated by company	'	'	1	'	'

Computations_of_Basic_and_Dilu

Computations of Basic and Diluted Earnings Per Common Share (Detail) (USD $)

3 Months Ended

6 Months Ended

9 Months Ended

12 Months Ended

In Thousands, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified

Dec. 29, 2013

Mar. 31, 2013

Dec. 30, 2012

Sep. 23, 2012

Jun. 24, 2012

Mar. 25, 2012

Jun. 30, 2013

Sep. 29, 2013

Dec. 29, 2013

Dec. 30, 2012

Dec. 25, 2011

Earnings Per Share [Abstract]

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Net income attributed to common shareholders

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

$7,543

$16,148

$76,444

Weighted average common shares outstanding

19,445

19,606

19,656

19,618

19,555

19,501

19,591

19,525

19,542

19,584

19,322

Effect of dilutive securities:

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

Stock options

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

831

979

1,141

Restricted stock

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

'

59

49

87

Weighted average common and potentially issuable common shares outstanding — diluted

19,445

[1]

20,476

20,601

20,649

20,618

20,582

20,489

20,439

20,432

20,612

20,550

Basic net income per common share

($0.14)

[2]

$0.17

[2]

$0.23

$0.14

$0.26

$0.19

$0.23

[2]

$0.12

[2]

$0.39

[2]

$0.82

$3.96

Diluted net income per common share

($0.14)

[2]

$0.17

[2]

$0.22

[2]

$0.14

[2]

$0.25

[2]

$0.18

[2]

$0.22

[2]

$0.11

[2]

$0.37

[2]

$0.78

[2]

$3.72

[1]

Due to the net loss in the fourth quarter of 2013, all stock options and unvested shares of restricted stock were considered anti-dilutive and not included in that quarter's diluted weighted average shares outstanding.

[2]

Sum of the quarterly amounts do not equal the total year amount due to rounding.

Earnings_Per_Share_Additional_

Earnings Per Share - Additional Information (Detail)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012	Dec. 25, 2011
Stock Options	'	'	'
Earnings Per Share Disclosure [Line Items]	'	'	'
Options and unvested restricted shares included in the diluted share count	915,417	992,192	'
Unvested Restricted Shares	'	'	'
Earnings Per Share Disclosure [Line Items]	'	'	'
Options and unvested restricted shares included in the diluted share count	343,107	345,312	'
Anti diluted options and unvested restricted shares excluded from diluted share count	'	'	318,531
Stock Option	'	'	'
Earnings Per Share Disclosure [Line Items]	'	'	'
Anti diluted options and unvested restricted shares excluded from diluted share count	'	'	1,260,825

Major_Classes_of_Property_and_

Major Classes of Property and Equipment (Detail) (USD $)	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]	'	'
Property and equipment	$295,733	$288,698
Less accumulated depreciation and amortization	-126,606	-112,729
Property and equipment, net	169,127	175,969
Land and buildings	'	'
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]	'	'
Property and equipment	7,368	7,009
Leasehold improvements	'	'
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]	'	'
Property and equipment	182,775	174,449
Equipment and fixtures	'	'
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]	'	'
Property and equipment	102,739	99,514
Construction in progress	'	'
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]	'	'
Property and equipment	2,834	7,065
Deposits on equipment orders	'	'
Property, Plant and Equipment [Line Items]	'	'
Property and equipment	$17	$661

Major_Classes_of_Other_Assets_

Major Classes of Other Assets (Detail) (USD $)	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Other Noncurrent Assets Disclosure [Line Items]	'	'
Other assets — at cost	$5,553	$5,355
Less accumulated amortization	-1,416	-1,011
Other assets — net	4,137	4,344
Loan origination fees	'	'
Other Noncurrent Assets Disclosure [Line Items]	'	'
Other assets — at cost	1,876	1,876
Liquor licenses	'	'
Other Noncurrent Assets Disclosure [Line Items]	'	'
Other assets — at cost	3,291	2,928
Trademarks	'	'
Other Noncurrent Assets Disclosure [Line Items]	'	'
Other assets — at cost	190	190
Deposits	'	'
Other Noncurrent Assets Disclosure [Line Items]	'	'
Other assets — at cost	$196	$361

Components_of_LongTerm_Debt_De

Components of Long-Term Debt (Detail) (USD $)	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]	'	'
Total	$15,693	$23,086
Current portion of long-term debt	2,082	2,704
Long-term debt	$13,611	$20,382

LongTerm_Debt_Additional_Infor

Long-Term Debt - Additional Information (Detail) (USD $)	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012	Oct. 26, 2010
Debt Instrument [Line Items]	'	'	'
Increased credit facility	'	'	$20,000,000
Weighted average interest rate on Company borrowings	2.99%	3.03%	'
Minimum	'	'	'
Debt Instrument [Line Items]	'	'	'
Pay an unused facility fee	'	'	0.50%
Maximum	'	'	'
Debt Instrument [Line Items]	'	'	'
Pay an unused facility fee	'	'	0.75%
Term Loan Facility	'	'	'
Debt Instrument [Line Items]	'	'	'
Term loan facility	'	'	45,000,000
Term loan facility, maturing	'	'	'2015
Revolving Credit Facility	'	'	'
Debt Instrument [Line Items]	'	'	'
Term loan facility	'	'	40,000,000
Term loan facility, maturing	'	'	'2015
Letter of Credit	'	'	'
Debt Instrument [Line Items]	'	'	'
Sublimit cap	'	'	10,000,000
Maximum standby letters of credit	2,400,000	'	'
Swing-line loans	'	'	'
Debt Instrument [Line Items]	'	'	'
Sublimit cap	'	'	$10,000,000
Alternate Base Rate | Minimum	'	'	'
Debt Instrument [Line Items]	'	'	'
Applicable margin	'	'	1.75%
Alternate Base Rate | Maximum	'	'	'
Debt Instrument [Line Items]	'	'	'
Applicable margin	'	'	2.25%
Libor | Minimum	'	'	'
Debt Instrument [Line Items]	'	'	'
Applicable margin	'	'	2.75%
Libor | Maximum	'	'	'
Debt Instrument [Line Items]	'	'	'
Applicable margin	'	'	3.25%

Future_Maturities_of_Debt_Deta

Future Maturities of Debt (Detail) (USD $)	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Debt Disclosure [Abstract]	'	'
2013	$2,082	'
2014	13,611	'
Total	$15,693	$23,086

Major_Classes_of_Accrued_Expen

Major Classes of Accrued Expenses (Detail) (USD $)	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Payables and Accruals [Abstract]	'	'
Compensation and related benefits	$9,514	$10,182
Accrued self-insurance claims liability	6,742	5,936
Other taxes payable	3,881	4,992
Other accrued liabilities	3,514	3,614
Total accrued expenses	$23,651	$24,724

Components_of_Other_LongTerm_L

Components of Other Long-Term Liabilities (Detail) (USD $)	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Other Liabilities Disclosure [Abstract]	'	'
Deferred rent	$20,562	$19,762
Other long-term liabilities	1,953	1,387
Total other long-term liabilities	$22,515	$21,149

Leases_Additional_Information_

Leases - Additional Information (Detail)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013
Minimum	'
Schedule of Operating Leases [Line Items]	'
Initial lease terms	'10 years
Initial lease term expiration year	'2014
Operating lease renewal option period	'2 years
Maximum	'
Schedule of Operating Leases [Line Items]	'
Initial lease terms	'20 years
Initial lease term expiration year	'2029
Operating lease renewal option period	'20 years

Future_Minimum_Rental_Commitme

Future Minimum Rental Commitments Under Noncancellable Operating Leases, Including Option Periods Which are Reasonably Assured of Renewal (Detail) (USD $)	Dec. 29, 2013
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Leases [Abstract]	'
2014	$26,267
2015	26,050
2016	26,341
2017	26,733
2018	26,650
Thereafter	158,531
Total	$290,572

Components_of_Rent_Expense_Det

Components of Rent Expense (Detail) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012	Dec. 25, 2011
Leases [Abstract]	'	'	'
Minimum rent	$18,930	$17,452	$14,540
Contingent rent	804	1,082	804
Total	$19,734	$18,534	$15,344

Employee_Benefit_Plan_Addition

Employee Benefit Plan - Additional Information (Detail) (Defined Contribution 401 K Plan, USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012	Dec. 25, 2011
Defined Contribution 401 K Plan	'	'	'
Defined Benefit Plan Disclosure [Line Items]	'	'	'
Maximum 401 (K) plan contribution rates as percentage of employees earnings	15.00%	15.00%	15.00%
Maximum company contribution, percentage	15.00%	15.00%	15.00%
Discretionary company contribution	$258	$254	$245

Stock_Based_Compensation_Addit

Stock Based Compensation - Additional Information (Detail) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012	Dec. 25, 2011
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]	'	'	'
Stock compensation costs related to the shares of restricted stock	$2,884,000	$2,355,000	$1,731,000
Conjunction with the shares	34,332	'	'
Value of shares withheld	$14.86	'	'
Number of years to vest restricted shares	'4 years	'	'
Stock Options	'	'	'
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]	'	'	'
Weighted-average remaining contractual term of options outstanding	'2 years 10 months 24 days	'	'
Aggregate intrinsic value for outstanding and exercisable options	14,000,000	'	'
Restricted Stock	'	'	'
Share-based Compensation Arrangement by Share-based Payment Award [Line Items]	'	'	'
Weighted-average remaining contractual term of options outstanding	'2 years 3 months 18 days	'	'
Stock compensation costs related to the shares of restricted stock	2,900,000	'	'
Unrecognized stock-based compensation expense related to non-vested shares of restricted stock	$4,700,000	'	'

Summary_of_Stock_Option_Activi

Summary of Stock Option Activity (Detail) (Stock Options, USD $)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012	Dec. 25, 2011
Stock Options	'	'	'
Stock option activity	'	'	'
Outstanding - beginning of year	992,192	1,260,825	1,414,203
Weighted average exercise price outstanding - beginning of year	$1.45	$1.44	$1.44
Number of shares, Granted	0	0	0
Weighted average exercise price, Granted	$0	$0	$0
Number of shares, Exercised	-76,775	-268,633	-153,378
Weighted average exercise price, Exercised	$1.45	$1.43	$1.39
Number of shares, Forfeited	0	0	0
Weighted average exercise price, Forfeited	$0	$0	$0
Outstanding - end of year	915,417	992,192	1,260,825
Weighted average exercise price Outstanding - ending of year	$1.45	$1.45	$1.44
Exercisable - end of year	915,417	992,192	1,260,825

Restricted_Stock_Activity_Deta

Restricted Stock Activity (Detail) (Restricted Stock, USD $)	12 Months Ended
	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012	Dec. 25, 2011
Restricted Stock	'	'	'
Restricted stock activity	'	'	'
Outstanding - beginning of year	345,312	318,531	449,300
Weighted-average grant date fair value, Outstanding	$18.19	$16.99	$16.90
Number of shares, Granted	152,400	157,000	5,000
Weighted-average grant date fair value, Granted	$14.84	$19.76	$22.41
Number of shares, Vested	-129,056	-102,719	-107,519
Weighted-average grant date fair value, Vested	$17.78	$16.97	$16.90
Number of shares, Forfeited	-25,549	-27,500	-28,250
Weighted-average grant date fair value, Forfeited	$17.08	$17.78	$16.90
Outstanding - end of year	343,107	345,312	318,531
Weighted-average exercise price	$16.94	$18.19	$16.99

Income_Taxes_Additional_Inform

Income Taxes - Additional Information (Detail) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Millions, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 25, 2011	Dec. 28, 2008
Income Taxes [Line Items]	'	'	'
Amortization period for tax purpose	'15 years	'	'
Net operating loss carryforwards	$0.20	'	'
General business tax credit carryforwards	20	'	'
Valuation allowance against net deferred tax assets	'	'	59.5
Income tax benefit related to valuation allowance	'	$62.80	'
Minimum	'	'	'
Income Taxes [Line Items]	'	'	'
Tax credit carryforwards, expiration period	'2028	'	'
Maximum	'	'	'
Income Taxes [Line Items]	'	'	'
Tax credit carryforwards, expiration period	'2033	'	'
Income tax examination, percentage of likelihood of tax benefits being realized upon settlement	50.00%	'	'

Components_of_Provision_for_In

Components of Provision for Income Taxes (Detail) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012	Dec. 25, 2011
Current income tax expense:	'	'	'
Federal	$683	$1,108	$699
State and local	683	777	752
Total current income tax expense	1,366	1,885	1,451
Deferred income tax (benefit) expense:	'	'	'
Federal	-1,714	3,188	-54,028
State and local	80	579	-4,111
Total deferred income tax (benefit) expense	-1,634	3,767	-58,139
Total income tax (benefit) expense	($268)	$5,652	($56,688)

Components_of_Deferred_Income_

Components of Deferred Income Taxes (Detail) (USD $)	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Deferred tax assets:	'	'
Goodwill for tax reporting purposes	$24,789	$27,990
Stock compensation	4,976	5,102
Self-insurance reserves	2,592	2,423
Depreciation and amortization	11,957	5,967
FICA tip credit carryforward	20,007	17,496
Other	724	718
Total gross deferred tax assets	65,045	59,696
Deferred tax liabilities:	'	'
Prepaid assets	-572	-554
Deferred rent	-8,467	-4,770
Total gross deferred tax liabilities	-9,039	-5,324
Net deferred tax asset	$56,006	$54,372

Reconciliation_of_Federal_Stat

Reconciliation of Federal Statutory Tax Expense to Effective Income Tax Expense (Detail) (USD $)	12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012	Dec. 25, 2011
Income Tax Disclosure [Abstract]	'	'	'
Provision at statutory rate	$2,546	$7,631	$6,914
FICA tip credit	-4,702	-4,318	-3,773
State income taxes — net of federal benefit	332	928	1,584
Other — net	1,556	1,411	1,355
Deferred tax asset valuation allowance	0	0	-62,768
Total income tax (benefit) expense	($268)	$5,652	($56,688)

Consolidated_Quarterly_Financi

Consolidated Quarterly Financial Information (Detail) (USD $)	3 Months Ended												6 Months Ended		9 Months Ended		12 Months Ended
In Thousands, except Per Share data, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 29, 2013		Mar. 31, 2013		Dec. 30, 2012		Sep. 23, 2012		Jun. 24, 2012		Mar. 25, 2012		Jun. 30, 2013		Sep. 29, 2013		Dec. 29, 2013		Dec. 30, 2012		Dec. 25, 2011
Quarterly Financial Information Disclosure [Abstract]	'		'		'		'		'		'		'		'		'		'		'
Revenues	$106,116		$103,063		$111,960		$95,921		$102,807		$98,377		$105,622		$96,290		$411,091		$409,065		$369,245
Income from operations	-6,411	[1]	5,133		5,827	[1]	4,198		7,404		5,724		6,574		3,122		8,418		23,153		21,467
Net income (loss)	($2,667)		$3,419		$4,442		$2,827		$5,120		$3,759		$4,542		$2,249		$7,543		$16,148		$76,444
Basic net income per share	($0.14)	[2]	$0.17	[2]	$0.23		$0.14		$0.26		$0.19		$0.23	[2]	$0.12	[2]	$0.39	[2]	$0.82		$3.96
Diluted net income per share	($0.14)	[2]	$0.17	[2]	$0.22	[2]	$0.14	[2]	$0.25	[2]	$0.18	[2]	$0.22	[2]	$0.11	[2]	$0.37	[2]	$0.78	[2]	$3.72
Basic weighted average shares outstanding	19,445		19,606		19,656		19,618		19,555		19,501		19,591		19,525		19,542		19,584		19,322
Diluted weighted average shares outstanding (3)	19,445	[3]	20,476		20,601		20,649		20,618		20,582		20,489		20,439		20,432		20,612		20,550
[1]	Contains asset impairment charges that decreased income by $14.2 million related to five restaurants in the fourth quarter of 2013 and impairment charges that decreased income by $4.1 million related to two restaurants in the fourth quarter of 2012.
[2]	Sum of the quarterly amounts do not equal the total year amount due to rounding.
[3]	Due to the net loss in the fourth quarter of 2013, all stock options and unvested shares of restricted stock were considered anti-dilutive and not included in that quarter's diluted weighted average shares outstanding.

Consolidated_Quarterly_Financi1

Consolidated Quarterly Financial Information (Additional Information) (Detail) (USD $)	3 Months Ended		12 Months Ended
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012	Dec. 29, 2013	Dec. 30, 2012	Dec. 25, 2011
	Restaurant	Restaurant	Restaurant	Restaurant
Quarterly Financial Information Disclosure [Abstract]	'	'	'	'	'
Asset impairment charges	$14,196	$4,060	$14,196	$4,060	$2,229
Number of restaurants related to asset impairment charges	5	2	5	2	'