New takeaway proposed for long-vacant Union Street shop as plans put to city council

The shop has been vacant since 2017 when Vodafone closed down
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A long-standing vacant unit on Aberdeen’s Union Street may soon be brought back to life, with plans submitted for a new hot food takeaway.

Located at 92 Union Street, the ground floor commercial unit has remained empty since 2017 after previously serving as Vodafone until their closure.

Situated centrally between St Nicholas Street and Correction Wynd, the property features a modern, predominantly glazed shopfront directly fronting onto the Union Street pavement.

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The proposal aims to convert the disused space into a takeaway named ‘Taste N’ Fusion’, offering a menu which includes, pizza, kebabs, burgers and chips, with seating available to customers.

The initiative seeks to revitalise the premises, which have risked becoming a long-term derelict site, and re-integrate it into the bustling city centre streetscape.

The new establishment aims to not only provide enhanced dining options in the area, but to bring economic benefits.

If approved, the venture is expected to create local job opportunities and bolster supply chains, offering an additional boost to the local economy.

The application highlights the growing demand for accessible takeaway food and underscores the importance of repurposing unused commercial spaces to keep the city centre lively and attractive.

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If approved, the development could see another food and drinks addition to Union Street, which has welcomed the likes of Popeyes and German Doner Kebab in recent months.

Plans also follow a similar proposal being approved at the end of 2024 to convert the former Bank of Scotland branch along the Granite Mile into a new kebab takeaway and restaurant.

Aberdeen City Council is now set to consider the appplication.

What do you think of the proposal? Does Union Street need more takeaways? Let us know your thoughts in the comments section.