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Basis of Presentation and Significant Accounting Policies (Details) | 12 Months Ended | 1 Months Ended
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Dec. 31, 2013 | Jan. 01, 2013 | Mar. 31, 2013 Grand Lux Cafe item
Basis of Presentation and Significant Accounting Policies |  |  |
Length of fiscal year | 364 days | 364 days |
Property and Equipment |  |  |
Number of locations closed |  |  | 3

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