Massive east end Tesco to be turned into Glasgow's 'biggest' Asian supermarket

Chiara Pollock

23 May 2024 at 7:43 am·1-min read

The unit has been lying empty since 2022 — -Credit: (Image: Google Maps)

A massive empty east end Tesco is set to be turned into Glasgow’s 'biggest' Asian supermarket.

An application has been submitted for Longdan (Home of Asia) to occupy the 10,000 sqm former Tesco unit at Forge Retail Park in Parkhead.

The new supermarket would create up to 300 full and part-time jobs in the city.

According to plans, around half of the building would be used for retail floorspace, selling specialty Asian ingredients as well as organic and plant-based products. The store would be open seven days a week, 8am to 10pm.

On top of that, there would be a 200-seat food court with 20 dedicated food offers and two restaurants. The food court would be open 10am to 10pm, seven days a week - it will also have space for events such as parties and celebrations.

If approved by city planners, it would be the first Longdan store in Scotland. The brand is the largest Asian retailer in the UK, stocking more than 10,000 speciality products from Vietnam, Japan, Malaysia, Korea and other far Eastern countries.

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A statement submitted to planners explains: “The purpose of this project is to build a one-stop destination for Asian goods and services in Glasgow.

“Whether it be groceries, dining or entertainment, the premises will provide a place for the Scottish public to experience a harmonious fusion of Asian culture and Scottish products.

“The restaurants and stores are dedicated to preserving Asian traditional values while elevating their elegance.”

Tesco vacated the premises at the end of April 2022. Council planners will make a decision on the plans in the coming months.

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