Note 16. Related Party Transactions (Details Narrative) (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified		12 Months Ended
Sep. 24, 2013 Lion Fund	Sep. 24, 2014 Consolidated	Sep. 25, 2013 Consolidated	Sep. 26, 2012 Consolidated
Proceeds from sale of Biglari Capital			$ 1,700
Gain on sale of Biglari Capital Corp		0	1,597	0
Adjusted capital balance that was distributed to BH	$ 5,721

Aggregate cash proceeds received from a combination of transactions in which noncurrent assets are sold, which may include the sale of a business, an investment in an affiliate (including an equity method investee), property, plant and equipment and intangible assets. Excludes sales of trading, available-for-sale, and held-to-maturity securities.

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