Yes, it's loud.  However, for being landlocked the sushi was fresh and tasty.  I was in town on business and was put up across the street.  I visited this place twice.. yes twice, because I was so happy with the service, the beer, but most of all THE SUSHI...  I really enjoyed some of their specialty pieces.  It's worth giving it a shot, and I will go back next time I'm in town..