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Goodwill and Intangible Assets, Net (Changes in Carrying Amount of Goodwill) (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands | 12 Months Ended
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Sep. 29, 2019 | Sep. 30, 2018 | Oct. 01, 2017
Goodwill [Roll Forward] |  |  |
Goodwill, beginning balance | $ 46,749 |  |
Sale of company-operated restaurants to franchisees | (2) | $ (4,663) | $ (10,062)
Goodwill, ending balance | 46,747 | 46,749 |
Jack in the box brand restaurant operations [Member] |  |  |
Goodwill [Roll Forward] |  |  |
Goodwill, beginning balance | 46,749 | 51,412 |
Sale of company-operated restaurants to franchisees |  | (4,663) |
Goodwill, ending balance | $ 46,747 | $ 46,749 | $ 51,412

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