Condensed Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (USD $) In Thousands, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended		6 Months Ended
	Jul. 01, 2012	Jul. 03, 2011	Jul. 01, 2012	Jul. 03, 2011
Net (loss) income	$ (5,493)	$ 11,266	$ 9,241	$ 9,857
Other comprehensive (loss) income, net:
Foreign currency translation adjustment	(3,353)	269	1,389	7,918
Change in unrecognized pension loss, net of income tax benefit (provision) of $127 and $(21), respectively	0	0	(217)	(46)
Other comprehensive (loss) income, net	(3,353)	269	1,172	7,872
Comprehensive (loss) income	(8,846)	11,535	10,413	17,729
Comprehensive income attributable to noncontrolling interests	0	0	(2,384)	0
Comprehensive (loss) income attributable to The Wendy's Company	$ (8,846)	$ 11,535	$ 8,029	$ 17,729