Observation #1: People who don’t live in Des Moines don’t give the city enough credit. Observation #2: People who do live in Des Moines don’t appreciate the city’s south side. On a recent day trip, the Veritas staff discovered just how much the south side has to offer: great restaurants, stores, and several places you simply can’t find anywhere else. As you plan your next south side vacation, here are some stops you won’t want to miss.