Where to Spend Bitcoin in Cape Town

From premium sneakers and beachfront stays to luxury aesthetic treatments and building supplies, Cape Town locals are finding more ways to spend their Bitcoin every day.

Here are 14 businesses across the city where you can put your sats to work. We’ve confirmed that each one accepts Bitcoin, with verification coming directly from the merchant and/or their crypto payment provider. There’s no outdated info—just real places where you can walk in and pay with Bitcoin.

Note: Where applicable, we’ve also included other cryptocurrencies these businesses accept.

14 Businesses That Accept Bitcoin in Cape Town

1. Story Cape Town

A premium consignment marketplace offering verified, high-end sneakers, apparel, and collectables. Every item is authenticated by Story before being listed for sale, giving buyers peace of mind and access to rare finds.

Also accepts: XRP, USDT and USDC.‍

2. Laude Classic Cars 

A luxury vehicle showroom home to rare and classic cars, including Rolls-Royce, Bentley, Jaguar and Aston Martin. Their primary focus is on British investment classics, and they can source and procure vehicles from all over Africa and ship them worldwide.

Also accepts: XRP, USDT and USDC.‍

3. TimBuild Woodstock

A family-run business serving Cape Town builders and DIYers since 1997, stocking everything from timber and boards to paint, power tools and other home improvement supplies. It’s locally owned, community-driven, and now crypto-friendly.

Also accepts: XRP, USDT and USDC.

4. Scinmed

Located in the heart of Cape Town, Scinmed blends cutting-edge cosmetic treatments with a luxurious clinical experience. They offer everything from dermatology and plastic surgery to dentistry and curated wellness treatments, including IV Drips.

Also accepts: XRP, USDT, and USDC.

5. Red & Yellow Creative School of Business‍

One of South Africa’s top creative institutions, Red & Yellow offers qualifications in marketing, design, digital media, and business, from short courses to full degrees.

6. The Trufood Station

Tucked inside the Great Westerford campus in Rondebosch, this wellness café is run by two leading dietitians, Shelly Meltzer & Jenny-Ann Smuts. Expect nutritious meals served with purpose, including wholesome wraps, delicious smoothie bowls and cold-pressed juices.

7. Butler's Pizza

Serving Cape Town since 1989, this dedicated pizza delivery business has built a loyal following across the city. Locations include Gardens, Newlands, Rondebosch, Wynberg, Table View, N1 City, and Bellville.

Also accepts: ETH, SOL, USDT, and BNB.

8. Pick n Pay 

One of South Africa’s largest supermarket chains, Pick n Pay, made headlines as an early adopter of Bitcoin payments. Whether you’re topping up groceries or grabbing essentials, you can now pay with BTC at all stores nationwide.

Locations include Pick n Pay Gardens, Pick n Pay Camps Bay, Pick n Pay Waterfront, Pick n Pay Sea Point, Pick n Pay Observatory, and Pick n Pay Rondebosch.

Also accepts: ETH, SOL, USDT, and BNB.

9. Vespa

With a legacy dating back to 1946, Vespa remains one of the world’s most iconic scooter brands, known for its timeless design. Vespa South Africa has a national footprint, with its Cape Town showroom and service centre conveniently located at 22 Somerset Road in Green Point.

Whether you’re after a new ride or some cool accessories, you can conveniently pay in Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies.

Also accepts: XRP, USDT, and USDC.

10. Thunder Brothers Car Wash 

With over 30 locations nationwide, Thunder Brothers is one of South Africa’s most trusted car wash and valet brands, offering everything from quick exterior cleans to full-service detailing.

You’ll find branches across the city in Cape Town, including Bree Street, the V&A Waterfront, Claremont, Tyger Valley, Cape Gate, Seaside Village, Cobble Walk, and Graanendal. Bitcoin is now accepted at select locations.

11. Northern Plateau Rooibos

Based in Salt River, this Cape Town tea business produces 100% pure Rooibos, sourced from the Bokkeveld region of the Northern Cape, and delivers it worldwide.

12. Leisure Bay Apartments

Soak up the Cape Town coastline with a beachfront stay at Leisure Bay. These self-catering apartments in Milnerton offer stunning views of Table Mountain, beach access, a pool, and all the amenities you need for a relaxing escape.

Also accepts: XRP, USDT,  and USDC.

13. Bermuda Pools

With more than 25 years of experience, Bermuda Pools helps Cape Town homeowners transform their pools through expert renovations, resurfacing, and repairs.

14. Codeswop‍

A Cape Town-based software studio that builds tailored digital solutions, including e-commerce sites and payment systems. Their team serves clients locally and across Europe, with a strong focus on UX, agile dev, and full-stack product design.

Also accepts: USDT, USDC, ETH, XRP, and SOL.

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Looking for more places to spend your Bitcoin in South Africa?

This is just a sample of where you can spend Bitcoin in Cape Town. To explore more crypto-friendly businesses nationwide, including Johannesburg, the Winelands, and online stores, check out our complete guide: 32 Top Places to Spend Your Crypto in South Africa (2025).

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