Due to the density of fast food shops along the street, it is colloquially referred to as Chip Alley, or Chippy Lane.

In 1857, the same year that the last public execution took place in Cardiff, records show that 150 died as a result of an outbreak of smallpox on Caroline Street.

The favourite fare served by all shops includes the preferred South Wales delicacy of curry sauce and chips.

[2] Such is the reputation of Caroline Street amongst local residents and numerous university students, that it is normally a riotous but well-behaved location,[citation needed] with premises staying open until past 2:00 am on Friday and Saturday nights.

footballer Craig Bellamy was arrested and bailed on an alleged assault claim, in which two men suffered facial injuries.