AboutPee-Pa's Garage

The Birth of Pee-Pa's Garage

Pee-Pa's Garage Craft Brewery started with a simple idea, and a lifetime of passion.

After nearly 40 years in the automotive industry as the owner of North St. Pete Collision, Jim Brown began thinking about what came next. While working on his barn in Georgia, building out his own man cave and home brew hangout, he had a realization:

"Why should I have all the fun?"

That moment sparked the idea that would soon become Pee-Pa's Garage.

With deep roots in the Pinellas Park community, Jim had spent decades watching the area grow, from open lots to thriving businesses, blending its blue-collar foundation with a vibrant food and arts scene.

As his own family began to grow and evolve, so did his vision. His son Andrew discovered a passion for brewing, while his daughter Ashley found her creativity in industrial and metal art. Jim began asking himself an important question: how could he create something that supports his family, gives back to the community, and brings people together?

The answer was to combine it all, cars, creativity, craft beer, and family, into one unique space.

With the support of his wife and the backing of his family, Jim made the bold decision to transform North St. Pete Collision into what is now Pee-Pa's Garage Craft Brewery, a place where his life's work, passions, and family come together under one roof.

Today, Pee-Pa's Garage is more than just a brewery. It's a gathering place built on hard work, creativity, and community, where you'll find great beer, good food, and even better company.

So whether you're here for the beer, the atmosphere, or the experience, we invite you to stop by, grab a drink, and be part of the story.