"The same winning balance of seriousness and humor that made "Persepolis" such a hit works equally well in "Chicken With Plums," whose visual flair proves that helmers Marjane Satrapi and Vincent Paronnaud have a career in live-action as well as in animation. (...) It's a rich, enjoyable repast certain to grace screens worldwide, where many will come back for second helpings."
— Jay Weissberg de Variety