My 2 favorite area places for New England Style are below. These are great day or half day trips each about an hour drive from The Villages.
If you have not been to Celebration it is a must day trip just to have the Chowder and drive around the neighborhoods to see the homes.
The Blue Gator is a old river restaurant with a neat atmosphere.
The Blue Gator Tiki Bar & Restaurant
Celebration Town Tavern