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Revenues - Schedule of Components of the Change in Deferred Franchise Revenue (Details) - USD ($) $ in Thousands	3 Months Ended	12 Months Ended
	Mar. 26, 2025	Dec. 25, 2024
Movement In Deferred Revenue Roll Forward
Balance, December 25, 2024	$ 16,968
Fees received from franchisees	337
Revenue recognized	(866)
Balance, March 26, 2025	16,439	$ 16,968
Less current portion included in other current liabilities	2,001
Deferred franchise revenue included in other noncurrent liabilities	$ 14,438
Deferred revenue recognized		$ 800

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