Busan

Food was very mediocre and we had to catch the eye of a surly waitress to get service. The only redeeming factor was the clean and spacious toilet. I wouldn't recommend this restaurant to foodies.

Went here for the first time and food was pretty good and not bad value. However, they really need to work on the service- it was far from busy (maybe 4 tables occupied), we waited about 10 minutes to be ofered a drink, the staff were uniformly unsmiling, our mains arrived half way through the starters and we were never asked if things were OK while waiting what seemed an age for the bill. A shame, as the food is good but probably won't be returning

Very good Korean food, and good to see such a restaurant on Holloway Rd. Only gripe is service. We had bbq pork strips, which you dip in sauce and wrap in a lettuce leaf. The number of lettuce leaves didn't match the number of pork strips. When the leaves ran out I asked for a few more to finish off the pork, only to be told you have to buy an extra portion for £2.50. This is not on. They were a bit eager on clearing away plates as soon as someone had finished, while others were still eating. A pet peeve of many. They were freindly however and this restaurant is worth a visit.

Really delicious food! Love the modern decor and the owners very friendly.

Popped in on a whim - ABSOLUTELY FANTASTIC! We've both lived in South East Asia and thought the food was gorgeous. We had the bugosi and the hot pot (called something else), both Korean dishes. Service was excellent - fast and friendly. In an area with so many quite good restaurants, it's great to find somewhere affordable with truly great food. Go here!

We were regulars for many years and sorely missed the food and atmosphere. Now we are stunned by the aesthetic improvement (it was a bit dingy before), the food is as good as it was or perhaps even better and Mrs Lee is unbeatable as a hostess. Since it's reopening we've been back three times as a couple and three times with large groups (7, 16, 22) and our guests are always amazed at how good it is. The Busan is one of North London's best kept secrets and we for one are very happy that it is back on the scene.

Absolutely lovely staff, the food was excellent (if probably a bit toned down for western palates). A good solid dependable Korean/Japanese - of which there are precious few in London hence I think three stars is very stingy considering I will be going back frequently.

worst food ever. the place is nice itself but the waiter was not smiling and had troubles understanding us. I would not recommend it

First impressions matter, unlike a lot of Korean restaurants, Busan puts effort into presentation. The first thing you noice is the decor, which is pleasing. How many Korean or Chinese restaurants have you been to, where decor is not even an afterthought? The menu itself is not that special, but it has what most people like. I really liked the "yuk-hoe", which is the Korean version of steak tartare. I've never eaten raw beef, but don't let the idea put you off, its not like anything you've tried before. I didn't try any of the japanese dishes, but I didn't go to a Korean restaurant for Japanese food. Price wise, Busan isn't cheap and on par with what the best in Angel would charge. I've eaten at quite a few Korean restaurants in London and whilst Busan might not be the best, it is far from the worst. I'll be back.

Bright and quicky decor, excellent food, great value, warm and friendly service - a very welcome addition to the rapidly improving Holloway Road food scene