Agree with Max. If it steers ok, but the steering wheel is off center, they either did not align the vehicle, or just failed to get the wheel staight when they set the toe. If it's binding, and noisy like you say, the strut mounts/bearings are most likley to blame. These cars were horrible for the creaking noises on turns or bumps. It's caused by metal to metal contact in the mount/bearing assy's.
As Max said, no break-in required, thats a croc.