For a quicker checkout at Safeway, I would want to utilize Apple Pay. Does it get accepted in person at every Safeway store? Can I even use it for app pickups or online orders?
Yes, Safeway’s in-store checkout machines accept Apple Pay. Simply place your Apple Watch or iPhone next to the terminal, add your card to Apple Wallet, and authenticate to make the purchase. It is supported in the majority of places and is quick and safe.
One word of caution: delivery/pickup, app orders, and online payments do not use Apple Pay; instead, credit/debit cards are needed.