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40Res

40 Reservoir St, Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia

Recommended by 16 people

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40 Reservoir St, Surry Hills NSW 2010, Australia

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+61 411 207 102
HoursMonday: Closed Tuesday: 5:00 – 11:00 PM Wednesday: 5:00 – 11:00 PM Thursday: 5:00 – 11:00 PM Friday: 4:00 – 11:00 PM Saturday: 4:00 – 11:00 PM Sunday: Closed

*Opening hours may differ during holidays.

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About 40Res

Fine dining credentials meet low-key Surry Hills warmth at 40Res, where former Tetsuya’s executive chef Josh Raine directs a sharp neighborhood wine bar menu. Guests linger over early aperitivo martinis and crisp toothfish fingers dunked in savory pil pil without feeling rushed. The room stays comfortably conversational even when tables fill up, leaving plenty of acoustic breathing space to work through prawn bisque risotto, scallop pappardelle, and thoughtful pours by the glass.

  • Haute Pedigree, Casual Format: Executive chef Josh Raine brings fine-dining technique to casual wine-bar staples like toothfish fingers and prawn bisque risotto.
  • Effortless Acoustic Comfort: Thoughtful spatial design keeps room volume conversational and easygoing even during packed evening services.
  • Aperitivo Hour: Early-evening martinis, cheap beers, and quick bar snacks offer an easy pre-theatre stop near Central Station.
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Why Spend Your Evening at 40Res

Fine-dining caliber cuisine, balanced acoustics, and effortless neighbourhood hospitality in Surry Hills.

  • Tetsuya's Pedigree on a Wine Bar Menu

    Josh Raine, former executive chef at Tetsuya's, brings haute-cuisine precision, balanced seasoning, and inventive seafood technique to casual wine bar dining.

    The chef owner was the executive chef at tetsuya’s and it shows in the quality of the food.

    James PikaChiu

  • Exceptional Technique in Every Bite

    Every course showcases meticulous culinary craft, from scallop pappardelle ripieni in lobster bisque to duck fat potatoes and refined desserts.

    Everything we had was perfectly seasoned and cooked. Every mouthful was so enjoyable and memorable.

    Noriko Burfoot

  • Acoustics Built for Easy Conversation

    Thoughtful acoustic treatment and well-spaced seating allow diners to converse easily without competing against ambient room noise.

    the acoustics were excellent - we could actually hear ourselves talk.

    Judy Ryan

  • Convenient Surry Hills Neighborhood Hub

    Nestled at the bottom of Surry Hills and an easy stroll from Central Station, the venue is an ideal meeting point before transit or theater.

    lovely new wine bar in surry hills! not too for from the station as well, perfect for after work drinks and food.

    melzy phan

  • Refined Aperitivo Hour & Bar Snacks

    Early evenings feature value-driven drink specials, classic martinis, and punchy bites like mortadella sandwiches and tuna tartare.

    What a great place to start the aperitivo hour with great martinis and snacks.

    Evelyn Loh

  • Flexible Dining for Drinks or Dinner

    Whether dropping in for a quick snack or settling in for a full meal, the menu accommodates spontaneous bites and curated wine pairings.

    Even if you’re after a snack, this is the perfect place to stop

    Sellma Soul

Signature dishes showcasing refined culinary technique

  • Fish Fingers

    The fish fingers and cuttlefish were our favourite.

    James PikaChiu

  • Prawn Risotto

    Prawn bisque risotto- all so delicious and perfectly sized

    K Bohn

  • Tuna Tartare

    The tuna tartare was absolutely amazing.

    Evelyn Loh

  • Scallop Pappardelle Ripieni

    Scallop pappardelle ripieni, Lobster bisque, caviar (OMG don’t miss this!!! We cleaned the plate with our sourdough bread 😂 every last drop.

    Sharon Wong

Other favorites

Desserts, sides, and aperitivo drinks

  • Wattleseed Ice Cream

    The wattleseed icecream was a great way to end, the size is perfect to share between two.

    melzy phan

  • Raspberry Tart

    finished with a light but delicious raspberry tart

    Jillian Moa

  • Duck Fat Royal Blue Potatoes

    Duck fat Royal blue potatoes were so crispy

    Sharon Wong

  • Martinis

    great place to start the aperitivo hour with great martinis and snacks

    Evelyn Loh

Beyond the menu

Thoughtful touches and hospitality details that elevate the neighbourhood wine bar experience

  • Direct Chef Hospitality & Palate Cleansers

    Chef Josh Raine engages directly with diners, sending out special kitchen touches such as a refreshing yuzu palate cleanser.

  • Dedicated Dietary Accommodation

    The kitchen and waitstaff provide attentive accommodation for dietary needs with tailored flavours and seasoning.

  • Conversation-Friendly Acoustic Design

    Thoughtfully engineered acoustics and table spacing allow effortless conversation at normal volumes even when the dining room is full.

  • Generous Aperitivo Hour Servings

    Early evening service features aperitivo drink specials alongside generous bar snacks, including centimetre-thick cut mortadella sandwiches.

Before you head over

Helpful pointers on party sizing, aperitivo timing, and dietary planning

  • Best Suited for Small Groups

    Tables can run compact, and portion sizes lean toward sharing plates tailored best for duos or small parties rather than large gatherings.

  • Timing Early Drinks

    Aperitivo hour before 6pm can see quick-paced, frenetic service before the room settles into dinner service.

  • Dietary Accommodations

    The kitchen handles bespoke dietary requests with care, though alerting staff when reserving helps ensure seamless menu adjustments.

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