| Component: (Network and Table) | |
|---|---|
| Network | 41401 - Disclosure - Other Long-term Liabilities (Details) (http://www.papajohns.com/role/DisclosureOtherLongTermLiabilitiesDetails) |
| Table | (Implied) |
| Reporting Entity [Axis] | 0000901491 (http://www.sec.gov/CIK) |
| Other Long-term Liabilities | Period [Axis] | |
|---|---|---|
2016-12-25 | 2015-12-27 | |
Other Long-term Liabilities | ||
Deferred compensation plan | ||
Insurance reserves | ||
Accrued rent | ||
Other | ||
Total | 53,093,000 | 47,606,000 |